Japan Implements New Semiconductor Sanctions
Over the past several months, countries around the world have implemented sanctions against providing China with materials for chipmaking. This includes the Netherlands and the U.S. Now, Japan has also implemented sanctions restricting exports on twenty-three types of semiconductor manufacturing equipment.
Though the sanctions do not specifically name China, the restrictions are similar to what have been seen in the U.S. With numerous major semiconductor manufacturers housed in Japan, the Japanese government knows they are a hub for the chips. In light of this, the restrictions specify that manufacturers need to obtain permission to export for any and all regions. They cite that this is to prevent usage of their technology for military purposes, stating it is not to restrict any specific nation. Regardless, the new regulations appear to align with the restrictions the U.S. and Netherlands implemented, reinforcing the sanctions against China.
What does this mean for semiconductors?
With Japan being non-specific in which countries their latest regulations prevent from receiving chips, this could mean more difficulty in chip production worldwide.
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