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The inside story on the Asia tech trends that matter, from Nikkei Asia and the Financial Times
US-China tensions
China's iFlytek exec says U.S. sanctions have 'destroyed' market mechanism
AI leader invests in Hong Kong hub and seeks to expand presence in Japan
Supply Chain
China's rare earth rule to speed supply chain shifts: Solvay CEO
Europe chemical maker to aim for 30% self sufficiency for bloc; eyes Japan
Semiconductors
TSMC says AI chip constraints to last through 2025
CEO confirms chipmaker is exploring new packaging method as net profit surges
Supply Chain
AI needs 'entirely new' infrastructure, says Taiwan's Chief Telecom
Leading data center operator eyes demand in Southeast Asia as supply chains shift
Materials
China's state rare-earth players bleed red ink as prices fall
Loss warnings for first half come amid Beijing-led consolidation, controls
International relations
U.S. approaches Indonesia to join Mineral Security Partnership
EU and 14 countries already collaborating on critical mineral supply chains
Semiconductors
U.S. chip equipment makers rely on China for 40% of sales
Applied Materials, Lam Research ship legacy products not targeted by export curbs
Electric vehicles
Japan's AESC to make cheaper EV batteries at $1bn plant in Spain
Nickel-free LFP cells seen helping lower vehicle prices
Electric vehicles
Nissan, Honda eye EV battery passports in Europe by 2027
Japanese automakers and suppliers team up to comply with EU regulations
Trade
Japan relies on China, other single import partners for 40% of goods
The ratio is far above U.S. or G7 as the nation lags in diversification
Supply Chain
Taiwan's top power cable maker ventures into offshore wind
Walsin Lihwa sees opportunity in island's shift to renewable energy
Myanmar Crisis
Myanmar military's bombing of civilians set for record year
Amnesty International and United Nations report failure of jet fuel sanctions
Automobiles
Toyota subsidiary warned about Subcontract Act violations
Watchdog says company forced suppliers to store not-in-use tools for free
Artificial intelligence
Japan's Sakura Internet aims to sell AI power to Southeast Asia
Plans come as Tokyo seeks regional cooperation on artificial intelligence
Supply Chain
Japan to subsidize antibiotics supply chain to reduce China exposure
Production of active ingredients has moved abroad for cost reasons
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Supply Chain
Milwaukee Tool sued for alleged Chinese forced labor
Former Chinese prisoner says he was forced to make gloves in brutal conditions
Technology
Indonesia's first battery plant opens in major step for EV ambitions
LG Energy-Hyundai Motor venture can supply key part to 150,000 cars per year
Commodities
China says rare earths belong to state in new regulation
Rule takes effect Oct. 1 with reach over entire supply chain
Economy
Vietnam GDP grew 6.93% in Q2 with risks to recovery 'high'
Growth exceeds expectations in supply chain hub, puts Vietnam on track for 2024 target
Supply Chain
Singapore's CapitaLand focuses on Vietnam as supply chains leave China
Property manager also eyes industrial park in Malaysian special economic zone
Commodities
Australia to dominate lithium supply for 'years to come' but prices subdued
BMI outlook suggests lithium market unlikely to return to boom prices
Technology
Top chip packager ASE to build additional factories in U.S. and Mexico
Taiwanese company also eyes Japan expansion, if it can find land
Electric vehicles
Malaysia hopes BAIC tie-up can accelerate EV parts production
Southeast Asian nation pushing to ride electrification surge without brand of its own
Technology
Japan's chip industry can be revived, Acer cofounder says
Stan Shih urges closer cooperation with Taiwan in semiconductor supply chain