Chinese President Xi Jinping Criticizes Imposed Technological Barriers During Visit
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Isabeau van den Berg
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Chinese President Xi Jinping expressed concerns over imposed technological barriers during Dutch Prime Minister Mark Rutte's visit to Beijing, related to the US's efforts to tighten controls on ASML Holding NV’s chipmaking-equipment sales to China. Xi emphasized that such actions could lead to division and confrontation, and asserted the Chinese people's right to legitimate development. His remarks underscore the ongoing technological tensions amid global efforts to control technology transfer and access.