EU Considers Review of Use of Chinese Chips in Businesses

The European Union is contemplating a formal review of the widespread use of mature or lower-end chips from China. This decision aligns with the US's concern over the potential risk to national security and global supply chains. The EU is considering investigating the depth to which such semiconductors are integrated across industry networks. A draft working statement indicates the EU’s deliberation on assessing the risks associated with relying on these chips, which are not cutting-edge but are crucial for various sectors including militaries, electric vehicles, and infrastructure. This mirrors a similar initiative by the Biden administration to evaluate the risks of dependence on these chips.