Powertech reroutes supply chain to Vietnam as high-end PDU nears certification

Powertech Industrial Co. is accelerating its shift to Vietnam, redirecting more than 60% of its procurement budget to mitigate risks tied to escalating US-China trade tensions. With President Donald Trump back in office and Vietnam’s tariff policy now clarified, the company is capitalizing on renewed growth opportunities. Previously stalled orders are gradually resuming amid improved policy visibility.

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Trump’s aggressive trade tactics yield mixed global economic signals

President Donald Trump’s aggressive trade strategy, executed alongside Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent and Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick, continues to reshape international economic relationships. Japan exemplifies this dynamic: after facing a 15% tariff—down from an initial 25%—Tokyo publicly expressed gratitude while committing to US$550 billion in US investments, with America retaining 90% of profits.

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What did Japan give up to lower US tariffs?

Japan has pledged to invest US$550 billion in the US economy under a sweeping trade deal unveiled July 22, 2025, aiming to avert steep auto tariffs. The pact expands US access to Japan’s markets across autos, agriculture, and defense while deepening bilateral ties in semiconductors, energy, and critical infrastructure, according to Nikkei, Reuters, and Yomiuri.

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Huawei’s shadow fab (1): the secret chip agenda at the heart of Shenzhen

As US–China tech tensions escalate, semiconductors have become the focal point in a broader race for technological sovereignty. Three obscure yet strategically vital wafer foundries, Shenzhen Pengxin Micro Semiconductor Technology (Pengxin Micro), SwaySure Technology, and Shenzhen Pensun Technology (Pensun), have emerged as key players in China’s response.

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