The Chinese government has expressed firm opposition to the United States' decision to impose additional tariffs on semiconductors produced in the Asian giant. The measure, based on Section 301, will be announced gradually over 18 months, with the final level set before June 23, 2027. China warns that uncertainty will continue to affect the global microchip market. This action is presented as a response to the U.S. commercial policy, which China describes as protectionist.
Commerce Minister He Yongqian stated: "U.S. tariff measures are protectionist and affect our flow of critical technology trade." The minister has initiated official representations to Washington through bilateral economic consultation mechanisms.
The new U.S. tariff will be evaluated across the supply chain, potentially impacting chip manufacturing and technological development. Analysts warn that this escalation intensifies tensions between the two powers and threatens the stability of the semiconductor industry, which is considered the 'oil of the 21st century'.
