"US Pressure Leads to ASML's Suspension of Chipmaking Equipment Shipments to China"
ASML, a leading Dutch chip-making equipment manufacturer, has had to cancel some shipments of its DUV lithography systems to China due to the partial revocation of export licenses by the Dutch government, influenced by US pressure. This move hinders China's efforts to advance its semiconductor technology and comes amid increased scrutiny and restrictions on tech exports to China. Despite the setback, ASML does not anticipate a significant impact on its financial outlook for 2023. Chinese officials have criticized the actions as "hegemonic and bullying behavior," while ASML reaffirms its commitment to comply with all applicable laws and regulations.