Events
Verified incidents across the Indo-Pacific with transparent confidence scoring. See our methodology for how events are assessed.
Taiwan investigates 17 Chinese firms for suspected poaching of high-tech talent
The Taiwan justice ministry's investigation bureau is looking into 17 Chinese companies for allegedly trying to illegally recruit Taiwanese talent. These firms are reported to have concealed their identities during this process. The claims regarding these companies' actions have not been independently verified.
Pentagon plans to address industry concerns over critical mineral sourcing EO
The Pentagon's executive order on sourcing critical minerals may impact supply chains across various industries. The initiative aims to address industry concerns regarding the availability and sourcing of these vital resources.
China hits back at US FCC bans with sanctions and drone curbs — reports...
China has announced sanctions and restrictions on drone exports in response to the US Federal Communications Commission bans. This move is part of a broader retaliatory effort against US export controls.
Thailand Cracks Down on USDT Transactions in Fight Against China-linked Criminal Networks
Thailand is implementing measures to target the financial infrastructure used by criminal networks linked to China. The focus is on USDT transactions as part of this crackdown.
U.S. weighs polysilicon price floor, tariffs to counter China in solar and chips
The U.S. is considering implementing a price floor and tariffs on polysilicon. This move is aimed at protecting domestic polysilicon manufacturers from increasing competition from China in the semiconductor supply chain.
US expands advanced chip export controls targeting China-bound equipment
Bureau of Industry and Security added lithography and etching tools to Entity List restrictions for certain China-bound shipments.
China adjusts licensing posture on gallium and germanium-related exports
Chinese authorities updated licensing guidance affecting gallium and germanium-related shipments used in compound semiconductors and defence electronics.
US BIS adds semiconductor-related entities to export control list
The Bureau of Industry and Security published Entity List additions covering firms linked to advanced packaging, memory and AI accelerator supply chains.
Netherlands tightens review of advanced lithography exports to China
Dutch authorities confirmed a stricter case-by-case review for certain immersion and EUV-adjacent tool shipments, aligning more closely with US Commerce guidance.