THE UNITED STATES HAS IMPOSED NEW RESTRICTIONS ON 140 CHINESE COMPANIES!

Tina Collins

03 Dec 2024

The US has imposed restrictions on 140 Chinese companies, targeting the semiconductor sector.

Includes Naora Technology Group and other companies involved in chip equipment manufacturing.

To hinder China's chip production capabilities, especially for AI and military applications.

Export restrictions on advanced memory chips and chip manufacturing equipment.

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