U.S. orders chip equipment companies to halt some shipments to China's Hua Hong

Washington widens technology export restrictions, ordering chip equipment firms to halt certain shipments to China's Hua Hong Semiconductor. | Contesto: cronaca

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The United States has ordered chip equipment companies to halt some shipments to China’s Hua Hong Semiconductor, the latest move by Washington to slow Beijing’s advancement in advanced chip technology, according to two people familiar with the matter. The directive, issued by the U.S. Department of Commerce, targets specific equipment used in the production of advanced semiconductors. The restrictions apply to exports of machinery and related technology that could aid Hua Hong in manufacturing chips with finer circuitry, a key capability for applications ranging from artificial intelligence to military hardware. The people spoke on condition of anonymity because the order has not been publicly announced. Hua Hong Semiconductor, based in Shanghai, is one of China’s leading chip foundries, specializing in a range of semiconductor products including those used in consumer electronics, automotive systems, and industrial applications. The company has been expanding its capacity and technological capabilities, positioning itself as a key player in China’s push for self-sufficiency in chip production amid rising tensions with the United States. The move is part of a broader pattern of U.S. export controls aimed at curbing China’s access to advanced technology. Over the past year, Washington has imposed similar restrictions on other Chinese chipmakers, including Semiconductor Manufacturing International Corporation (SMIC), and has tightened rules on the sale of chip-making equipment to China. These actions reflect concerns that advanced chips could be used to strengthen China’s military capabilities and erode U.S. technological advantages. The latest restrictions are likely to deepen the rift between the world’s two largest economies, already strained by disputes over trade, technology, and national security. For Hua Hong, the halt in equipment shipments could delay its plans to upgrade production lines and develop more sophisticated chips, potentially hampering its ability to compete in global markets. The company may need to seek alternative suppliers from other countries, such as Japan or the Netherlands, though those nations have also faced pressure from the U.S....

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