Huge Concern over Tsmc Chips Sent to Huawei Sparks Us Export Policy Scrutiny
The revelation that Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Co (TSMC) has produced hundreds of thousands of chips destined for China's Huawei is a "huge concern" according to U.S. President Donald Trump's nominee to oversee export policy, Jeffrey Kessler. This report raises questions about the effectiveness of current regulations and enforcement mechanisms in preventing such shipments. The U.S. technology industry is caught in a high-stakes game with China, where chip design and AI capabilities are key battlegrounds.
- The fact that TSMC has continued to supply chips to Huawei despite previous orders to halt shipments highlights the need for more robust export control policies and better cooperation between regulatory agencies.
- What specific measures can be taken by the U.S. government to address this issue, including potential reforms to its export control laws and regulations?