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The Foreign Direct Product Rule and the Semiconductor Industry
This chapter explores the potential implementation of the F.D.P.R. to restrict China's access to sensitive chip-making technology, raising concerns about national security and economic competition. It discusses the push for stricter trade rules within the U.S. government, the involvement of foreign businesses in bypassing restrictions, and the impact on companies like ASML. The conversation also touches on global supply chain implications and former President Trump's comments about Taiwan's role in potential conflicts with China.