U.S. tech curbs threaten China's quest for chip independence

Limiting access to American talent hinders sector's expansion and development

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A U.S. research firm expects China to attain 50% self-sufficiency in chip supplies by 2030, up from 24% in 2021. © Reuters

SHUNSUKE TABETA, Nikkei staff writer

SHANGHAI -- China has stepped up efforts in chip development and production under President Xi Jinping's directive to boost self-sufficiency in the sector, but the initiative faces headwinds amid a talent drain from sweeping U.S. restrictions on sensitive technology.

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