At a regular press briefing on Wednesday (December 24), the Chinese mainland's Foreign Ministry spokesperson, Lin Jian, strongly criticized the United States for its planned imposition of tariffs on the semiconductor industry, scheduled to take effect in 2027.
Lin Jian described the move as "arbitrary" and aimed at "groundlessly holding back Chinese mainland industries." The spokesperson warned that such measures could disrupt global supply chains and hamper innovation across multiple sectors, from consumer electronics to electric vehicles.
Industry observers say the semiconductor sector underpins much of today's technology ecosystem. Any escalation in trade barriers may lead companies to reconsider investment strategies, potentially slowing the expansion of advanced manufacturing hubs in Asia, Europe, and North America.
As tensions rise, entrepreneurs, investors, and tech communities around the world will be monitoring how businesses adapt to protect their operations. Some analysts anticipate a surge in diversification efforts, with firms seeking alternative production locations and supply sources.
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China opposes U.S. arbitrary tariff levies, suppressing industries
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