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Chinese mainland spokesperson slams reports of TSMC asking suppliers to assess ...
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Fusion42 · 28 October 2026 · Fusion42 review
A Chinese mainland spokesperson denied reports that TSMC is asking suppliers to avoid using mainland rare earth materials amid China's export controls. The spokesperson emphasized that China regulates rather than prohibits exports of rare earths to ensure stable global supply chains and called for deeper cross-Straits economic cooperation.
This Wire brief sits within Fusion42's coverage of Semiconductors, and 8 sources have reported it between 22 Oct 2026 and 28 Oct 2026.
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China's export controls on rare earths signal a tightening regulatory environment around critical materials for chip making. You should assess your supply chain dependencies on Chinese rare earths and explore alternatives or engagement strategies in cross-Straits economic cooperation.
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8 sources · first reported 22 Oct 2026 · latest 28 Oct 2026
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