U.S. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent will meet with Chinese Vice Premier He Lifeng, along with other senior officials, from September 14 to 17, 2025. Both sides announced this major development on September 12.
For a world hoping to see stability in China–U.S. relations, this was undoubtedly welcome news. But on the very same day, the U.S. government made a sudden and unexpected move: after a period during which Washington had refrained from rolling out new technology restrictions on China under the current truce, the Commerce Department added 23 Chinese entities to the Entity List.
The stated reasons were that these companies or institutions had engaged in activities “contrary to U.S. national security or foreign policy interests,” including:
Acquiring or attempting to acquire U.S.-origin items in support of China’s military modernization, aerospace and defense, and quantum technology development;
Providing support for China’s advanced computing, integrated circuit manufacturing and distribution sectors, and directly serving the military, government, and security apparatus;
Participating in areas such as biotechnology, engineering software development, and semiconductor manufacturing equipment procurement, while posing risks of export control evasion and diversion of items to sanctioned end users.
The 23 Newly Added Chinese Entities
Semiconductor and Integrated Circuit Companies (13)
Beijing Fudan Microelectronics Technology Co., Ltd. （北京复旦微电子技术有限公司）
Shanghai Fudan Microelectronics Co., Ltd. （上海复旦微电子集团股份有限公司）
Shanghai Fudan Microelectronics (HK) Co., Ltd. （上海復旦微電子（香港）有限公司）
Shenzhen Fudan Microelectronics Co., Ltd. （深圳市复旦微电子有限公司）
Shanghai Fukong Hualong Microsystem Technology Co., Ltd. （上海复控华龙微系统技术有限公司）
Shanghai Fuwei Xunjie Digital Technology Co., Ltd. （上海复微迅捷数字科技股份有限公司）
Sino IC Technology Co., Ltd. （上海华岭集成电路技术股份有限公司）
GMC Semiconductor Technology (Wuxi) Co., Ltd. （吉姆西半导体科技（无锡）股份有限公司）
Jicun Semiconductor Technology (Shanghai) Co., Ltd. （吉存半导体科技(上海)有限公司）
Changsha NetForward Electronic Technology Co., Ltd. （长沙市楠菲微电子有限公司）
Changzhou NetForward Microelectronics Co., Ltd. （常州楠菲微电子有限公司）
Chengdu NetForward Microelectronics Co., Ltd. （成都市楠菲微电子有限公司）
Shenzhen NetForward Microelectronics Co., Ltd. （深圳市楠菲微电子有限公司）
Biotechnology and Life Sciences Companies (3)
14. Beijing Tianyi Huiyuan Biotechnology Co., Ltd. （北京天一辉远生物科技有限公司）
15. Beijing Tsingke Biotech Co., Ltd. （北京擎科生物科技股份有限公司）
16. Sangon Biotech (Shanghai) Co., Ltd. （生工生物工程（上海）股份有限公司）Aerospace, Remote Sensing, Quantum, and Time Service Institutes (2)
17. Aerospace Information Research Institute, Chinese Academy of Sciences （中国科学院空天信息创新研究院）
18. National Time Service Center, Chinese Academy of Sciences （中国科学院国家授时中心）Industrial / Engineering Software Companies (2)
19. Hong Kong DEMX Co., Ltd. （香港索辰信息科技有限公司）
20. Shanghai Suochen Information Technology Co., Ltd. （上海索辰信息科技股份有限公司）Supply Chain and Logistics Companies (3)
21. Hua Ke Logistics (HK) Limited （華科物流（香港）有限公司）
22. Hua Ke Supply Chain (HK) Limited （華科供應鏈（香港）有限公司）
23. Shenzhen Xinlikang Supply Chain Management Co., Limited （深圳市信利康供应链管理有限公司）
According to Reuters, GMC Semiconductor Technology (Wuxi) Co. and Jicun Semiconductor Technology were added to the Entity List because they had procured equipment on behalf of SMIC.
What is also noteworthy is that Shanghai Fudan Microelectronics and several of its subsidiaries were included as well. Fudan Microelectronics, a chip company incubated by Fudan University, has become one of China’s most prominent IC design firms. It specializes in security chips used in financial IC cards, social security cards, and transit cards, as well as management chips for power systems. It is also among the few domestic players capable of producing FPGAs.
Unsurprisingly, Washington’s move just ahead of the negotiations has angered Beijing. The Chinese government, through a Ministry of Commerce spokesperson, expressed indignation in unusually blunt terms, directly asking: “Why is the U.S. imposing sanctions on Chinese companies at this moment? What is its true intention?”
MOFCOM spokesperson on U.S. placing multiple Chinese entities on the Entity List
A reporter asked: We have noted that on September 12, 2025 (U.S. Eastern Time), the U.S. Department of Commerce announced that multiple Chinese entities had been added to the export control “Entity List.” What is China’s comment?
Answer: China has noted that the U.S. Department of Commerce has overstretched the concept of national security and abused export controls to sanction a number of Chinese entities in the semiconductor, biotechnology, aerospace, and logistics sectors. Under the pretext of safeguarding international order and national security, the U.S. has engaged in unilateral bullying, placing its own interests above other countries’ right to development. Such actions suppress companies, including those from China, disrupt normal business exchanges between countries, seriously distort the global market, undermine the legitimate rights and interests of enterprises, and threaten the stability of global supply and industrial chains. China firmly opposes this.
From September 14, China and the United States will hold economic and trade talks in Spain. Why is the U.S. imposing sanctions on Chinese companies at this moment? What is its true intention? China urges the U.S. to immediately correct its wrongdoings and stop its unreasonable suppression of Chinese enterprises. China will take necessary measures to resolutely safeguard the legitimate rights and interests of its companies.
Shortly afterward, on the same day, MOFCOM announced the launch of an anti-dumping investigation into U.S.-produced analog chips, as well as an anti-discrimination investigation into “U.S. measures in the integrated circuit sector against China.”
According to MOFCOM, the anti-dumping probe on U.S.-origin analog chips was initiated at the request of the domestic industry. Preliminary evidence submitted by the applicants showed that from 2022 to 2024, imports of the investigated products from the U.S. to China grew by 37%, while import prices fell by 52%. This price decline undercut and suppressed domestic product sales, causing injury to domestic producers.
It is important to note that this is only the start of the investigation and no conclusion has been reached yet. If dumping is confirmed, China could impose anti-dumping duties on U.S.-origin analog chips. This may directly affect Texas Instruments’ market share in China. According to Chinese industry media, in 2024 China’s analog chip market was valued at around 195 billion yuan, of which TI’s revenue in China’s analog segment was about 16.5 billion yuan, giving it a market share of roughly 8.4%. China is TI’s second-largest market after the United States.
As for the anti-discrimination investigation into U.S.-origin integrated circuits, the situation is far more complex. Given the ongoing competition and rivalry between China and the United States over high-end GPUs, the stakes are much higher.
It is worth noting that this marks only the second time China has launched an anti-discrimination investigation against a foreign country. Under the Foreign Trade Law of the People’s Republic of China and the Regulations on Trade Barriers Investigation, if another country or region adopts discriminatory trade measures against China, the Chinese government has the right to initiate an external trade investigation. If discrimination is confirmed, Articles 30 and 31 of the Foreign Trade Law authorize China to adopt reciprocal or restrictive measures. These include: imposing tariffs, restricting or prohibiting imports of specific goods, limiting investment in China by enterprises from the offending country, restricting services in related sectors, as well as “other necessary measures.” At the same time, China can also bring the matter to the WTO.
On November 28, 2024, MOFCOM launched its first anti-discrimination probe into Canada’s restrictive trade measures against China. On March 8, 2025, the ministry announced its ruling and from March 20 imposed 100% tariffs on Canadian canola oil, oilseed meal, and peas, and 25% tariffs on Canadian seafood and pork.
Last month, Nvidia’s H20 drew intense scrutiny from both the Chinese government and the public following allegations that it might contain backdoors after the passage of the U.S. “Chip Security Act.” The Cyberspace Administration of China summoned the company for talks, and market rumors suggested that Chinese tech firms had been instructed not to purchase the H20. This sparked doubts over whether the H20 could successfully return to the Chinese market. However, judging from subsequent remarks by CEO Jensen Huang and other Nvidia executives, the company appeared relatively optimistic, expressing confidence that it could resolve the issue through communication with Chinese regulators.
If, however, the anti-discrimination probe concludes that discrimination exists, China would then have a clear legal basis to restrict or even prohibit Chinese firms from importing U.S.-made integrated circuits. That would cast even greater uncertainty over the prospects of the H20, as well as Nvidia’s forthcoming B30A, whose entry into China the company had pinned high hopes on.
This clash ahead of the Madrid talks once again put MOFCOM’s Trade Remedy and Investigation Bureau (贸易救济局) under the spotlight. In earlier rounds of friction with Washington, it was MOFCOM’s Security and Control Bureau—responsible for export controls—that moved from the margins of the ministry to center stage. This time, however, it is the Trade Remedy Bureau, traditionally a low-profile body dealing with WTO affairs and trade remedies, that is providing the ammunition in China’s fight with the U.S. According to one CCPIT official, this demonstrates that MOFCOM is “pioneering the use of new investigative tools,” highlighting Beijing’s determination to deploy all necessary measures to safeguard national interests and the legitimate rights of its enterprises.
MOFCOM Spokesperson on the Launch of an Anti-Dumping Investigation into U.S.-Origin Analog Chips
Q: We have noted that MOFCOM has issued an announcement launching an anti-dumping investigation into U.S.-origin analog chips. Could you provide more details?
A: Recently, the U.S. government has overstretched the concept of national security, abused export controls and “long-arm jurisdiction,” and maliciously blocked and suppressed China’s chip products and artificial intelligence industry. These actions seriously violate WTO rules and undermine the legitimate rights and interests of Chinese enterprises. China firmly opposes this.
This anti-dumping investigation was initiated at the request of China’s domestic industry, in line with Chinese laws and regulations as well as WTO rules. The investigation concerns general-purpose interface chips and gate driver chips imported from the United States. Preliminary evidence submitted by the applicants shows that between 2022 and 2024, imports of the products under investigation from the U.S. increased by 37% in volume, while import prices fell by 52%. This undercut and depressed domestic product sales prices, causing material injury to the production and operations of the domestic industry.
Upon receiving the application, the investigating authority conducted a review in accordance with the law and found that the application met the conditions for initiating an anti-dumping investigation. Accordingly, the authority decided to open the investigation. It will carry out the investigation in accordance with statutory procedures, fully safeguard the rights of all stakeholders, and make an objective and fair determination based on the results.
MOFCOM Announcement No. 27 of 2025
Issuing Authority: Trade Remedy and Investigation Bureau
Date: September 13, 2025On July 23, 2025, the Ministry of Commerce of the People’s Republic of China (MOFCOM) received a formal application for an anti-dumping investigation from the Jiangsu Semiconductor Industry Association (the applicant), on behalf of China’s domestic analog chip industry. The applicant requested that MOFCOM initiate an anti-dumping investigation into certain analog IC chips originating in the United States.
In accordance with the Regulations of the People’s Republic of China on Anti-Dumping, MOFCOM reviewed the applicant’s qualifications, information on the products under investigation, comparable domestic products, the impact of the allegedly dumped imports on the domestic industry, and relevant circumstances of the exporting country.
Based on the evidence provided by the applicant and MOFCOM’s preliminary examination, the applicant’s combined output of the relevant analog chips met the eligibility requirements stipulated in the Anti-Dumping Regulations. The application also contained the information and evidence required under Articles 14 and 15 of the Regulations.
On this basis, and pursuant to Article 16 of the Anti-Dumping Regulations, MOFCOM decided to initiate an anti-dumping investigation into certain analog IC chips originating in the United States, effective September 13, 2025.
I. Period of Investigation
As of the date of this announcement, MOFCOM will open an anti-dumping investigation into certain analog IC chips originating in the United States. The period of investigation for dumping is set as January 1, 2024 to December 31, 2024. The injury investigation period is set as January 1, 2022 to December 31, 2024.II. Products Under Investigation and Scope
Scope of Investigation: Certain analog IC chips originating in the United States.
Product Name: Certain Analog IC Chips
English Name: Certain Analog IC ChipProduct Description and Main Uses:
The products under investigation are commodity interface IC chips and gate driver IC chips manufactured using process nodes of 40nm and above.Commodity Interface IC Chips are integrated circuits designed to provide diversified interface types, enabling the connection of various devices, systems, or components to achieve efficient data transmission and signal conversion. The commodity interface IC chips under investigation include:
CAN transceiver chips compliant with ISO11898 standards, used for transmitting and receiving signals between systems in automobiles and other industrial products;
RS485 transceiver chips compliant with TIA/EIA-485 standards, used for transmitting and receiving signals among devices in industrial systems;
I²C interface chips, based on a low-speed two-wire synchronous serial bus (serial data line and serial clock line), used for switching and extending signal buffer relay channels between boards or chips in devices;
Digital isolator chips compliant with IEC 60747-5-2 standards, used for insulated communication between high- and low-voltage systems in automobiles and other industrial products, or for enhancing communication anti-interference performance;
Other commodity interface IC chips that are compatible with the above categories.
Gate Driver IC Chips are integrated circuits used to enhance the gate control signal output of controllers, and to control the turn-on and turn-off of power semiconductor devices. Gate driver IC chips provide the necessary voltage and current levels to effectively switch these semiconductor devices on and off, thereby enabling power conversion and control.
The gate driver IC chips under investigation include:
Low-Side Gate Driver IC Chips;
Half-Bridge / Multi-Channel Gate Driver IC Chips;
Isolated Gate Driver IC Chips.
The investigated gate driver IC chips have the following functions:
1）Converting the controller’s low-voltage signals into higher-voltage or higher-current drive signals to achieve stable turn-on and turn-off of power devices; 2）Providing transient sourcing and sinking current to improve the switching speed of power devices and reduce switching losses.
The commodity interface IC chips and gate driver IC chips under investigation include finished chips, as well as wafers and dies used to produce chips with the same functions, and future products with equivalent functions.
The investigated products are classified under the Customs Import and Export Tariff of the People’s Republic of China: HS Code 85423990. Other products under this tariff line are not within the scope of this investigation.
III. Registration for Participation in the Investigation
Interested parties shall register with MOFCOM’s Trade Remedy and Investigation Bureau within 20 days from the date of this announcement to participate in the anti-dumping investigation. Parties registering for participation shall, in accordance with the “Reference Format for Registration to Participate in the Investigation,” provide basic identity information, quantities and values of the investigated products exported to or imported into China, quantities and values of domestically produced and sold like products, as well as information on affiliations. The reference format can be downloaded from the Trade Remedy and Investigation Bureau’s sub-site on MOFCOM’s official website.
Interested parties registering for participation in this anti-dumping investigation shall submit electronic versions through the “Trade Remedy Investigation Information Platform” (https://etrb.mofcom.gov.cn), and, as required by MOFCOM, submit written versions at the same time. The content of the electronic and written versions shall be identical and formatted consistently.
For the purposes of this announcement, “interested parties” refers to individuals and organizations as defined in Article 19 of the Anti-Dumping Regulations of the People’s Republic of China.
IV. Access to Public Information
Interested parties may download the non-confidential version of the petition submitted by the applicant from the sub-site of MOFCOM’s Trade Remedy and Investigation Bureau, or consult, copy, and reproduce such materials at the Trade Remedy Public Information Office of MOFCOM (Tel: +86-10-65197878). During the investigation, interested parties may access case public information through the sub-site of the Trade Remedy and Investigation Bureau, or visit the Public Information Office to consult, copy, and reproduce case information.V. Comments on the Initiation of the Investigation
Interested parties wishing to comment on the product scope of this investigation, the eligibility of the applicant, the investigated country, or other related issues, shall submit written comments to MOFCOM’s Trade Remedy and Investigation Bureau within 20 days from the date of this announcement.VI. Methods of Investigation
In accordance with Article 20 of the Anti-Dumping Regulations of the People’s Republic of China, MOFCOM may employ questionnaires, sampling, hearings, on-site verification, and other methods to obtain information from interested parties.To obtain the necessary information for this investigation, MOFCOM will generally issue questionnaires to interested parties within 10 working days from the registration deadline specified in this announcement. Interested parties may download the questionnaires from the sub-site of the Trade Remedy and Investigation Bureau.
The Questionnaire for Foreign Exporters or Producers covers company structure and operations, products under investigation, export sales to China, domestic sales, business and financial information, production costs and related expenses, estimated dumping margins, and checklists.
The Questionnaire for Domestic Producers covers company profile, information on like domestic products, business and financial data, and other relevant issues.
The Questionnaire for Domestic Importers covers company profile, trade in products under investigation, and related information.
Interested parties shall submit complete and accurate responses within the prescribed time limit. Responses must include all information requested in the questionnaires.
VII. Submission and Handling of Information
Interested parties submitting comments, responses, or other materials during the investigation shall submit electronic versions through the “Trade Remedy Investigation Information Platform” (https://etrb.mofcom.gov.cn
) and, as required by MOFCOM, also submit written versions. The electronic and written versions shall be identical and formatted consistently.
Where an interested party requests confidentiality for information submitted, it shall provide reasons. If MOFCOM accepts the request, the party must also provide a non-confidential summary of the confidential information. The summary must contain sufficient meaningful information to enable other interested parties to reasonably understand the confidential content. Where such a summary cannot be provided, reasons must be stated. If no confidentiality request is made, MOFCOM will treat the submitted information as public.
VIII. Consequences of Non-Cooperation
In accordance with Article 21 of the Anti-Dumping Regulations of the People’s Republic of China, interested parties shall provide truthful information and relevant materials in the investigation. Where an interested party fails to do so, does not provide necessary information within a reasonable period, or otherwise significantly impedes the investigation, MOFCOM may make a determination on the basis of facts already obtained and the best information available.IX. Duration of Investigation
This investigation commences on September 13, 2025, and should normally be concluded by September 13, 2026. Under special circumstances, the period may be extended by six months.X. Contact Information
Ministry of Commerce, Trade Remedy and Investigation Bureau
Address: No. 2 Dong Chang’an Avenue, Beijing, China
Postal Code: 100731
Tel: +86-10-65198182, +86-10-85093415
Fax: +86-10-65198172
Website:http://trb.mofcom.gov.cn
Ministry of Commerce of the People’s Republic of China
September 13, 2025
Q: We have noted that China has announced an anti-discrimination investigation into U.S. measures targeting China’s integrated circuit sector. Could you provide more details?
A: In recent years, the United States has taken a series of prohibitive and restrictive measures against China in the field of integrated circuits, including Section 301 investigations and export control actions. These protectionist practices are suspected of discriminating against China. They are aimed at containing and suppressing China’s development of advanced computing chips and artificial intelligence industries. Such measures not only harm China’s development interests but also seriously undermine the stability of global semiconductor supply and industrial chains. China firmly opposes them.
In accordance with Articles 7, 36, and 37 of the Foreign Trade Law of the People’s Republic of China, China has decided to initiate an anti-discrimination investigation into relevant U.S. measures concerning integrated circuits, and will take corresponding actions against the United States as circumstances warrant.
This investigation will be conducted on the principles of fairness, impartiality, and openness. We welcome the active participation of all stakeholders affected by U.S. measures, including China’s domestic industries and enterprises. China will take all necessary measures to safeguard the legitimate rights and interests of its enterprises.
Ministry of Commerce of the People’s Republic of China (MOFCOM)
Announcement No. 50 of 2025Issuing Authority: Trade Remedy and Investigation Bureau
Date: September 13, 2025Pursuant to Articles 7 and 36 of the Foreign Trade Law of the People’s Republic of China, where any country or region adopts discriminatory prohibitive, restrictive, or other similar measures in trade against the People’s Republic of China, China may, based on actual circumstances, take corresponding measures against that country or region. MOFCOM may initiate relevant investigations on its own or jointly with other relevant departments of the State Council.
MOFCOM has obtained preliminary evidence and information showing that U.S. measures concerning China’s integrated circuit (IC) sector (hereinafter referred to as the “measures under investigation”) fall within the circumstances specified in Article 7 of the Foreign Trade Law as “discriminatory prohibitive, restrictive, or other similar measures in trade against the People’s Republic of China.”
In accordance with Articles 36 and 37 of the Foreign Trade Law, MOFCOM has decided to initiate an anti-discrimination investigation into the U.S. measures under investigation as of September 13, 2025. The relevant matters are hereby announced as follows:
I. Measures Under Investigation
Based on preliminary evidence and information, the investigation will cover U.S. measures against China’s IC sector, which may include:
Since 2018, the imposition or planned imposition of tariffs on Chinese products including ICs, as well as other prohibitive, restrictive, or similar measures, based on the results of the U.S. Section 301 investigation.
Since 2022, restrictions on the export to China of IC-related products and manufacturing equipment, and restrictions on “U.S. persons” participating in Chinese semiconductor projects, through issuance of rules and official notices — such as the rules issued in October 2022, October 2023, December 2024, and January 2025.
Since 2022, restrictions on enterprises and individuals engaging in trade and investment activities in China’s related sectors under the CHIPS and Science Act and related rules.
In May 2025, guidance issued by the U.S. government restricting the use of Chinese advanced computing ICs including Huawei Ascend chips, and restricting the use of U.S. AI chips to train Chinese AI models.
In addition, other discriminatory prohibitive, restrictive, or similar measures taken by the United States in the IC sector — including design, manufacturing, packaging, testing, equipment, components, materials, and tools, as well as specific application scenarios — also fall within the scope of this investigation.
II. Investigation Procedures
In accordance with Article 37 of the Foreign Trade Law, the investigation may be carried out by means of written questionnaires, hearings, on-site verification, commissioned investigation, or other methods. Based on the results, MOFCOM will prepare an investigation report or render a determination, and will issue an announcement.
III. Duration of Investigation
The investigation will commence on September 13, 2025. The normal investigation period is three months, which may be extended under special circumstances.
IV. Access to Public Information
During the investigation, interested parties may consult public information on the case through the sub-site of MOFCOM’s Trade Remedy and Investigation Bureau, or in person at MOFCOM’s Trade Remedy Public Information Office (Tel: +86-10-65197878).
V. Submission of Comments
Interested parties may submit written comments regarding the initiation and procedures of this investigation to MOFCOM’s Trade Remedy and Investigation Bureau within 30 days from the date of this announcement. To ensure fairness, impartiality, and transparency, parties may also fill in the “Comments Form” (see annex) and submit it within the same timeframe.
VI. Requests for Hearings
Interested parties may submit written applications for hearings to MOFCOM’s Trade Remedy and Investigation Bureau within 20 days from the date of this announcement.
VII. Government-to-Government Consultations
In order to eliminate or remedy the impact caused or likely to be caused by the measures under investigation, the U.S. government may submit a written request for consultations with the Chinese government (through MOFCOM’s Trade Remedy and Investigation Bureau) within 30 days from the date of this announcement.
VIII. Submission and Handling of Information
Interested parties submitting comments, responses, or other materials during the investigation shall submit electronic versions via the “Trade Remedy Investigation Information Platform” (https://etrb.mofcom.gov.cn) and, as required by MOFCOM, also submit written versions. The electronic and written versions shall be identical and formatted consistently.
Where an interested party believes that disclosure of submitted information would cause significant adverse effects, it may apply for the information to be treated as confidential, with reasons. If MOFCOM agrees, the party shall provide a non-confidential summary containing sufficient meaningful information for other parties to reasonably understand the confidential content. Where such a summary cannot be provided, reasons must be stated. If no confidentiality request is made, MOFCOM will treat the submitted information as public.
IX. Contact Information
Ministry of Commerce, Trade Remedy and Investigation Bureau
Address: No. 2 Dong Chang’an Avenue, Beijing, China
Postal Code: 100731
Tel: +86-10-65198054 / 65198073 / 85093421
Fax: +86-10-65198172
Website: http://trb.mofcom.gov.cnMinistry of Commerce of the People’s Republic of China
September 13, 2025
China’s trade remedy measures announced on September 13, 2025, were met with support from key industry organizations, including the China Semiconductor Industry Association (CSIA) and the China Chamber of Commerce for Import and Export of Machinery and Electronic Products (CCCME). Both groups emphasized that the healthy development of the semiconductor industry depends on a fair and competitive market environment, and expressed support for MOFCOM’s lawful defense of Chinese industries’ legitimate rights and interests.
Statement by the China Semiconductor Industry Association (CSIA)
We note that on September 13 the Ministry of Commerce issued announcements launching an anti-dumping investigation into certain analog chips imported from the United States and an anti-discrimination investigation into U.S. measures concerning China’s integrated circuit sector. We support these actions.
The healthy development of the semiconductor industry requires a fair environment. We endorse and encourage enterprises to engage in continuous technological innovation, upstream-downstream collaboration, and mutually beneficial international cooperation, competing fairly in line with market rules and jointly advancing the industry.
The China Semiconductor Industry Association will actively support and cooperate with the investigating authorities, firmly safeguarding fair trade and the legitimate rights and interests of the industry.
On September 13, 2025, the Ministry of Commerce announced the initiation of an anti-dumping investigation into U.S.-origin analog chips and an anti-discrimination investigation into U.S. measures targeting China’s integrated circuit sector. CCCME takes note of these decisions and strongly supports MOFCOM’s lawful defense of the legitimate rights and interests of Chinese industries and enterprises.
For some time, the U.S. government has overstretched the concept of national security, abused export controls and “long-arm jurisdiction,” and imposed a series of prohibitions and restrictions on China in the semiconductor field. These unilateral practices harm the legitimate rights of Chinese enterprises and industries and disrupt the global industrial and supply chains. CCCME firmly opposes them.
Under Chinese law and WTO rules, domestic industries are entitled to petition for anti-dumping investigations in response to unfairly low-priced imports impacting the Chinese market. Likewise, when any country or region imposes discriminatory prohibitive or restrictive trade measures against China, the Chinese government has the right to take appropriate countermeasures.
CCCME will actively support and cooperate with the investigating authorities, firmly defending fair trade and industry rights. The sustainable development of the semiconductor industry cannot be separated from a fair and competitive environment. CCCME encourages enterprises to advance technological innovation, strengthen coordination along the industry chain, and expand international cooperation, so as to drive the industry toward a new stage of high-quality development. Together, we should build a more open, fair, and orderly market environment, laying a solid foundation for the prosperity of the global semiconductor sector.