China and ROK Forge High-Tech Economic Partnership in 2026
ROK’s largest business delegation since 2019 concludes China visit, forging new high-tech partnerships in semiconductors and advanced manufacturing.
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ROK’s largest business delegation since 2019 concludes China visit, forging new high-tech partnerships in semiconductors and advanced manufacturing.
China investigates alleged dumping of Japanese dichlorosilane, a key semiconductor chemical, following a 31% price drop from 2022-2024.
Intel unveils Panther Lake AI chips at CES 2026, leveraging 18A manufacturing to challenge AMD and Nvidia in the competitive semiconductor market.
Nvidia launches Vera Rubin AI chip platform with 5x performance gains, challenging rivals while partnering with major cloud providers to redefine artificial intelligence infrastructure in 2026.
U.S. approves annual chip equipment licenses for Samsung and SK Hynix’s China operations through 2026, balancing tech competition with supply chain needs.
China opposes new U.S. tariffs on semiconductors, citing WTO violations and global supply chain risks. Calls for dialogue amid escalating trade tensions.
China criticizes U.S. plans to impose 2027 semiconductor tariffs, vowing to protect industrial development rights amid growing tech trade tensions.
China calls on the Netherlands to facilitate talks between Wingtech and Nexperia to resolve corporate disputes and stabilize semiconductor supply chains.
Chinese mainland warns Taiwan’s DPP authorities against US-led semiconductor relocation plan threatening regional economic stability and cross-strait ties.
China’s Ministry of Commerce announces a probe into U.S. low-priced chip exports, citing unfair competition from U.S. subsidies. The investigation aims to protect domestic industries affected by cheap imports.
China firmly opposes the U.S. Section 301 investigation into its semiconductor industry, calling it unilateral and protectionist, and warns of disruptions to global supply chains.
Chinese industrial associations oppose US semiconductor export controls, urging domestic firms to exercise caution when purchasing US chips.
China has strongly condemned new U.S. restrictions on semiconductor exports, accusing the U.S. of economic coercion and unfair market practices, and vows to safeguard its legitimate rights and interests.
Surging global demand for AI technologies could trigger a new semiconductor shortage by 2027, warns a Bain & Company report, emphasizing the need for swift action by suppliers and buyers.
California Democratic lawmakers urge the Biden administration to pause new tech export curbs to China, warning that unilateral controls could harm U.S. tech firms and benefit foreign competitors.
U.S. semiconductor export controls aimed at curbing China’s tech growth are causing global economic concerns and facing resistance from key allies like Japan and the Netherlands.
Samsung Electronics unveils a one-stop solution integrating memory, foundry, and packaging services to accelerate AI chip production, reducing manufacturing time by 20% amid soaring demand.
South Korea is preparing a support package over $7 billion for its semiconductor industry, aiming to boost investments and research as it strives to win the ‘war’ in global chip competition.
China has expressed grave concerns over Japan’s planned export controls on semiconductor-related items, warning of serious impacts on trade and global supply chain stability.
Intel reports a $7 billion operating loss for its chip-making unit in 2023, intensifying efforts to regain industry leadership from competitors like TSMC by investing heavily in manufacturing advancements.