Japan weighs China chip export curbs at U.S. request

Move could have significant impact on Tokyo Electron and others

Japanese restrictions on exports of chip-making equipment to China could have large repercussions for Tokyo Electron and other manufacturers. (Photo courtesy of Tokyo Electron)

MASAYA KATO, Nikkei staff writer

January 29, 2023 00:32 JST

TOKYO -- Tokyo will consider restricting exports of advanced semiconductor technology including chipmaking machinery to China at the request of the U.S.