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Tech Please: Japan's failed attempt to 'chip' China
Zhao Chenchen
03:29

Editor's note: "Tech Please" takes a whimsical sideways look at all things science and technology with a focus on China.

Japan's curbs on exporting chipmaking equipment may backfire on its firms.

In March, Japan announced restrictions on the export of 23 types of semiconductor manufacturing equipment to approximately 160 destinations. Although China is not explicitly mentioned in the list, many perceive this move as a gesture of Japan's solidarity with the United States' chip curbs on China.

In this crunchy episode of "Tech Please," check out how Japan is so willing to bend over backwards to demonstrate its loyalties.

Read more: Analysis: Japan's curbs on exporting chipmaking equipment may backfire for its firms

Video production: Qi Jianqiang

Graphic designer: Li Jingjie

Chief editor: Wu Gang

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