China set to restrict export of materials for semiconductors


The controls will require exporters to seek permission to ship some gallium and germanium products. — Reuters

BEIJING: China will control exports of some metals widely used in the semiconductor industry, its commerce ministry says.

This is the latest salvo in an escalating war over access to high-tech microchips between Beijing and the United States.

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