TAIPEI -- The U.S. has introduced sweeping export controls aimed at curbing almost every aspect of China's semiconductor development as part of its toughest crackdown yet on Beijing's tech ambitions.
Strictest ever curbs on exports of advanced tools, AI chips and more

The new rules show Washington's determination to restrict China's ability to develop cutting-edge chips that are crucial for advanced manufacturing, security and defense applications. (Source photo by AP)
TAIPEI -- The U.S. has introduced sweeping export controls aimed at curbing almost every aspect of China's semiconductor development as part of its toughest crackdown yet on Beijing's tech ambitions.