China Urges Netherlands to Maintain Chipmaking Equipment Trade Amid Technological Barriers

China's commerce minister urged the Netherlands to avoid hi-tech decoupling and continue exporting chipmaking equipment, emphasizing the importance of maintaining stable global semiconductor and supply chains. The Dutch company ASML, a leader in advanced chipmaking equipment, has faced restrictions on selling to China due to US pressure. China is actively developing its own lithography machines but faces challenges in catching up to ASML's technology. Both countries expressed commitment to opposing supply chain disruptions during a meeting between their leaders.