🔥 In a move that's shaking up the tech world, China's Ministry of Commerce has slammed Japan's latest decision to tighten export controls on semiconductor-related items. 😲
On Friday, Japan announced plans to impose new export restrictions on over ten types of semiconductor goods, effectively turning up the heat on several companies from the Chinese mainland added to its \\"End-User List.\\" 🌐
China isn't taking this lightly. A spokesperson from the Ministry of Commerce voiced serious concerns, pointing out that such measures could throw a wrench into the stability of global supply chains. 🌍⚙️
\\"For some time now, certain countries have been over-generalizing the concept of national security, misusing export control measures, and imposing sanctions on China's semiconductor and other industries,\\" the spokesperson said.
The spokesperson emphasized that Japan's actions might disrupt normal business exchanges between companies and harm interests on both sides. 💔👔
As Japan seeks public feedback on these measures, China hopes that rational voices from the industry will prevail. The Ministry urged Japan to rethink its approach to avoid hindering the healthy development of economic relations between the two nations. 🤝💡
\\"The Chinese side will retain the right to take necessary countermeasures and will resolutely defend its legitimate rights and interests,\\" the spokesperson added.
🌟 What does this mean for the future of tech and trade in Asia? Only time will tell, but one thing's for sure—tensions are high, and the global tech community is watching closely. 👀
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China criticizes Japan's semiconductor export control measures
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