Chips and Rare Earths: US–China Tech Rivalry Enters Strategic Symmetry
US–China tech rivalry is shifting into strategic symmetry: from high-end chips to rare earths, mutual dependence may become the new stabilizer.
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China’s Ministry of Commerce criticizes the Netherlands for interfering in Nexperia’s operations, urging respect for market principles to protect the global chip supply chain.
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China Protests US Removal of Semicon Firms from VEU List
China’s Commerce Ministry opposes the US Department of Commerce decision to revoke VEU status for three semicon firms, warning of risks to global supply stability.
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Trump Says US Govt to Get 10% Stake in Intel Worth $10B
President Trump announced Intel will give the US government a 10% stake valued at $10B to boost domestic chip manufacturing, marking an unprecedented move in tech.
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Trump’s 100% Chip Tariff Leaves Firms Scrambling
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Trump’s 100% Tariff on Semiconductor Imports Shakes Up Chip World
President Trump announced a 100% tariff on semiconductor imports from countries not building in the U.S., aiming to boost domestic chip manufacturing and reshape global supply chains.