国際｜米国、中国系企業に半導体売却命令 / International | U.S. Orders Sale of Semiconductors to Chinese Companies

Summary

This order is based on concerns related to national security.

President Trump has signed an executive order directing the China-based company “Hifor,” which operates in the U.S., to sell its semiconductor-related business “Emcore,” which it acquired from U.S. aerospace component manufacturers. The U.S. has maintained a tough stance against Chinese high-tech companies, and it is believed that tensions are likely to continue in the future.

Dialogue

This dialogue is fictional and based on the article.

Chako: Hey Log, what does it mean that a Chinese company is selling its semiconductor business?
Log: Well, it’s because President Trump ordered it for national security reasons. The business was acquired by a company called Haifo, but it was deemed to be related to American security.
Chako: Oh, I see! Why is there so much concern about it?
Log: Recently, Chinese high-tech companies have been growing, so the U.S. is on guard. The security risks are increasing.
Navi: Such actions are believed to have an impact on international economic relations as well.
Chako: I get it now, that’s why Trump made that decision!

Admin’s Note

This article highlights significant policy decisions amid ongoing tensions between the United States and China. As mentioned in the conversation between Chaco and Log, the impact of national security on corporate activities is likely to be a major theme in the future international business environment. Particularly, since the semiconductor industry is a core area of technology, this shift could have ripple effects across the entire sector. It may also serve as a good opportunity to deepen our understanding of international relations and economic policy.