Japan’s decision to ban the export of chip-making technology to China comes days after the latter banned the use of semiconductors manufactured by US-based chipmaker Micron. Credit: Intel Corp. China is urging Japan to repeal restrictions on the export of chip-making technology, citing violations of international and trade regulations. Beijing’s condemnation is the latest development in the ongoing chip war between the US and China, which has seen moves from both nations to thwart each other’s semiconductor manufacturing prowess. The Japanese government’s move to impose a ban on chip exports comes days after China banned the use of semiconductors manufactured by US-based chipmaker Micron, citing a cybersecurity issue. The US Commerce Department opposed the decision, saying the restrictions have no basis in fact. In January, the US convinced The Netherlands and Japan to join it in expanding a ban on exports of chip-making technology to China. According to analysts, Washington’s strategy to strike a deal with the two countries was a significant move, as some of the world’s largest manufacturers of semiconductor manufacturing equipment are headquartered in these nations. The US first imposed restrictions on exports of chips to China in 2015, extending them in 2021 and twice in 2022. The most recent restrictions were introduced in December. Last week, lawmakers in the US said that Washington should look at imposing trade restrictions on Chinese memory chip maker Changxin Memory Technologies as a counter-offensive to China banning the use of Micron’s chips. However, China, according to a Reuters report, has indicated that it is open to working with Japan in key economic and trade areas despite the former condemning the export restrictions. The US too, reportedly, has been in talks with Beijing to repeal the ban on Micron. Related content news US and India partner to strengthen semiconductor supply chain By bringing India into the fold, the US can create new avenues for semiconductor production and innovation, reducing its over-reliance on traditional hubs such as Taiwan. By Gyana Swain Sep 10, 2024 7 mins Technology Industry Computer Components news China launches $47B semiconductor fund to counter US supremacy Christened the China Integrated Circuit Investment Fund Phase III, the investment in this phase is the largest yet. By Gyana Swain May 28, 2024 3 mins Technology Industry Computer Components news Global semiconductor sales to jump 20% in 2024: IDC In an updated version of its semiconductor market outlook, IDC has forecast that after a period of decline, chip industry revenue will hit $633 billion in 2024 . By Charlotte Trueman Nov 15, 2023 2 mins Technology Industry Computer Components news Canon's alternative chip equipment likely subject to trade curbs to China A month after Canon announced it would be manufacturing nano-imprinting lithography machines, the company’s CEO said its offering would be more affordable than the technology currently available but still subject to trade restrictions to China. By Charlotte Trueman Nov 06, 2023 3 mins Technology Industry Computer Components Podcasts Videos Resources Events SUBSCRIBE TO OUR NEWSLETTER From our editors straight to your inbox Get started by entering your email address below. Please enter a valid email address Subscribe