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Inside China

3. US vs China’s scientists, chip makers and electronics markets

Aug 18, 2023
Learn about the challenges faced by Chinese scientists and the semiconductor industry due to Biden's executive order. Discover the difficulties of finding advanced chips and the impact of US investment decline on China's tech sector. Explore the geopolitical tensions' impact on science and the need for cooperation between the US and China.
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  • Chinese semiconductor industry aims for self-sufficiency despite challenges posed by US investment ban.
  • China's tech companies seek alternatives to advanced chips due to US ban, leading to increased prices in electronics market.

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Biden's Investment Ban Disrupts China's Tech Sector

The recent executive order issued by President Joe Biden aims to ban US investment in areas that could give China a military advantage, including semiconductors, quantum computing, and artificial intelligence. Chinese scientists and executives from leading semiconductor companies have expressed mixed reactions to the news. While some companies are already reducing their financial dependence on US investment, others are worried about the impact of the restrictions on their operations. Despite the challenges, there is a strong determination within China's semiconductor industry to strive towards self-sufficiency and develop globally competitive technology.

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