US Restricting Superconductor Sales to ‘Choke’ China’s Military: Commerce Secretary
The United States Takes Aim at China’s Military Capacity
In a recent interview, Commerce Secretary Gina Raimondo revealed that the United States is actively working to limit China’s military capabilities. She stated that the US will not allow the sale of the “most sophisticated” chips to Beijing, effectively choking their military technology.
During the interview, Raimondo emphasized the US strategy of restricting China’s military capacity. She stated, “If they feel that, that means our strategy’s working.”
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Raimondo confirmed that the US will also restrict the sale of advanced semiconductors to China. However, she clarified that this restriction does not apply to “less sophisticated” chips.
She acknowledged that this nuanced approach may be difficult for some to accept, but emphasized that export controls are primarily about national security, not economic advantage.
Raimondo’s statements come after her recent trip to China, where she engaged in productive talks with Chinese officials. As a result, both sides agreed to establish regular dialogues and a working group focused on export control enforcement.
President Joe Biden’s executive order to restrict investment in China’s semiconductors industry and other sensitive technologies further underscores the US’s commitment to national security. These measures aim to prevent American funds from supporting China’s military and intelligence capabilities.
Despite China’s displeasure with these restrictions, Raimondo emphasized that there is no room for compromise when it comes to national security. The new communication channels established between the US and China are intended to increase transparency, not seek concessions.
Raimondo also expressed optimism about the future of the US semiconductor industry. She stated that by the end of the decade, the US will have a robust semiconductor ecosystem, including manufacturing and research and development.
‘Erodes Trust’
Raimondo’s visit to China follows similar trips by other US cabinet officials, including Secretary of State Antony Blinken, Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen, and John Kerry, President Biden’s climate envoy.
President Biden aims to reopen high-level communications with China to ease tensions on various issues. Raimondo addressed the issue of Chinese hackers breaching US government emails during her meetings in Beijing, emphasizing the erosion of trust caused by such actions.
‘Wearing Thin’
China’s faltering economy and the withdrawal of foreign investors from Chinese stocks further complicate the relationship between the US and China.
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