Semiconductors
Top China chipmakers SMIC and CXMT push to scrap foreign inputs
Drive to adopt local alternatives for supply chain comes amid U.S. pressure
Technology
Samsung names new chip unit head as AI race heats up
Memory expert Jun Young-hyun tapped amid HBM battle with SK Hynix
Supply Chain
Asia's tech and auto suppliers weigh up impact of U.S. tariff hike
Tariffs likely to reinforce supply chain shifts from China but EV makers little moved
Supply Chain
U.S. adds 26 Chinese cotton companies to import ban list
Entities added for suspicions of forced Uyghur labor
Technology
Foxconn's Sharp pivots to AI after decision to exit TV display production
Japanese company also looking to sell camera, chip device units
Opinion
India can be a real alternative to China in pharmaceuticals
Dependence on imported ingredients and quality assurance are being addressed
Technology
Nissan and others eye mass-producing solid-state batteries
Challenges loom as Japan seeks lead in game-changing technology against China, South Korea
Technology
Tokyo Electron eyes 20% sales boost as AI lifts demand for chips
Chip tool maker also expects big sales to cutting-edge DRAM memory market
Technology
China's SMIC predicts fiercer price war for less advanced chips
Demand for second half of 2024 still 'uncertain,' top Chinese chipmaker says
Companies
Cambodia, Thailand draw $320m in investments from Japan's MinebeaMitsumi
Bearing maker adds solar power capacity in region key to CO2 reduction goal
Supply Chain
India and ASEAN rise in supply chain priority, global survey shows
Poll of 150 executives suggests China and U.S. remain vital for businesses
Trade
Taiwan's export dependence on China drops to 22-year low
China's economic slowdown, shifting supply chains narrow share of exports
Semiconductors
China will make just 2% of most advanced chips by 2032, report says
U.S. set to triple its semiconductor manufacturing capacity due to CHIPS Act
US-China tensions
Trump ex-envoy 'reassures' Taiwan on U.S. support against 'belligerent' Xi
VP-elect Hsiao tells forum Taipei must 'invest in building our strength first'
Semiconductors
Intel assembles Japan team for chipmaking automation
Tie-up aims to mitigate geopolitical risks in 'back-end' production
Electric cars in China
Infineon to supply advanced power chips for Xiaomi EVs
Top German chipmaker keen to tap Chinese demand for specialty semiconductors
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Climate Change
Companies welcome common standards as Vietnam prepares CO2 rules
Coca-Cola, UOB say state policies are needed to protect environment
Technology
Apple CEO calls China 'the most competitive market in the world' as iPhone sales drop
Japan and Asia-Pacific lead revenue decline in the January-March quarter
Business Spotlight
Can investment from TSMC, Infineon and others revive Europe's chip dreams?
Skeptics say more government subsidies, skilled workers and end customers are needed
Semiconductors
Taiwan chipmaker PSMC opens plant with eye on AI semiconductors
Chairman Frank Huang stresses need for supply chains shielded from China risks
Opinion
China is buying less from its Asian neighbors, too
Yet its exports are still rising, raising pressure on local manufacturers
Transportation
U.S. obsession for China's Temu, Shein sends air cargo prices soaring
Chinese e-retailers' rising popularity with American consumers places strain on limited capacity
Business trends
Vietnam's tourism hot spot becomes foreign investment hub
U.S.-China conflict and new infrastructure give rise to northern Quang Ninh province
Startups
Malaysian chip-focused venture fund to invest in over 10 startups
Blue Chip founder says $209m fund helps country's semiconductor industry
Automobiles
Honda goes all in on EVs in U.S., Canada despite slowdown worries
Hybrid cars and motorcycles to help pay for $11bn supply chain buildup