SemiconductorsJapan to restrict chipmaking equipment exports, with eye on China
Tokyo aligns with U.S., listing 23 types in categories including etching
The U.S., Japan and the Netherlands are the key suppliers of advanced chipmaking equipment. (Photo by Masayuki Kozono)
Nikkei staff writers
March 31, 2023 11:42 JST
Updated on March 31, 2023 12:14 JST
TOKYO -- The Japanese government announced on Friday that 23 items, including advanced semiconductor manufacturing equipment, will be added to the list of items subject to export controls. The move will make it more difficult for companies to export to China.