The Dutch government's decision to exclude ASML's sales to China from dual-use goods export data complicates transparency in trade, as these machines have both civil and military applications. This situation is especially pertinent as tensions over chip trade escalate, raising concerns about national security versus economic interests in the semiconductor industry.
Despite facing export restrictions, ASML generated over 7 billion euros in sales from China in 2024, indicating the significance of the Chinese market for its advanced chip machines. However, details on the regional breakdown of sales remain unspecified, which adds another layer of complexity to the assessment of trade dynamics.
Collection
[
|
...
]