Vietnam navigates US-China tariff tensions with caution

Vietnam, historically a significant beneficiary of the “China +1” strategy, finds itself between pressure from the US and political ties…

Intel sells majority stake in Altera to Silver Lake for US$4.46 Billion; Raghib Hussain named CEO

Intel has announced an agreement to sell a 51% stake in its programmable chip business, Altera, to private equity firm…

US launches Section 232 probe into semiconductor and equipment imports

According to a document to be published in the Federal Register on April 16, 2025, the US Department of Commerce…

US launches probe into semiconductor imports

The Section 232 investigation comes ahead of anticipated tariffs on the industry.

TSMC and Foxconn join Nvidia’s $500B push to manufacture AI chips and servers in the U.S.

As US President Donald Trump renews his tariff push to bring manufacturing back to the U.S., Nvidia has emerged as…

Taiwan’s satellite dreams stumble as Foxconn plugs into global LEO networks

Taiwan’s ambition to build its own low-Earth orbit (LEO) satellites for strategic autonomy is hitting roadblocks, with experts questioning the…

Meiko invests US$348 million in Vietnam to support Apple’s Indian production shift

According to Nikkei, Japanese electronic components manufacturer Meiko announced a JPY50 billion (US$348.82 million) investment to establish a new factory…

India reportedly scrutinizes Chinese telecom gear amid security concerns

India is assessing Chinese telecom equipment within its networks amid US-China trade tensions, citing national security concerns. While 4G infrastructure…

US launches probe that could set stage for pharma tariffs

The Commerce Department has begun a Section 232 investigation into the national security effects of the U.S. importing pharmaceuticals and…

FedEx’s China-to-US fee returns as it preps for de minimis changes

The $0.45 per pound surcharge will end May 2, the day the carrier will adjust its charges for clearing sub-$800…