The States were the first to do it
The European Union, following the example of the United States, intends to reconsider the risks associated with the use of Chinese microcircuits in key sectors of the economy. According to a draft working statement, Brussels is considering an investigation into the use of semiconductors in various fields.
As Bloomberg writes, this initiative reflects the US administration's efforts to assess the risks associated with the use of chips that are critical to the military and industries ranging from electric vehicles to infrastructure. The review could be the first step towards joint measures with the United States, including the introduction of restrictions.
Washington is concerned that China's growing investment in this area could lead to Chinese companies dominating the supply of semiconductors. Potential risk assessment is one of the agenda items for the upcoming EU-US Council Trade and Technology Conference in Belgium in April.
The United States has previously imposed restrictions on the export of advanced semiconductor manufacturing equipment to China and blacklisted Chinese companies.