Complete internalization of Chinese semiconductor subcontractors, special gas threat to Korea even if semiconductors fail
Published2024.05.17 10:48As the United States continues to strengthen its semiconductor restrictions on China, and China persists in its efforts to achieve semiconductor localization, voices are growing louder that the competitiveness in materials fields, including specialty gases required for semiconductor production, is becoming increasingly strong, necessitating preparation for such developments.
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