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Apr
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Apr
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 utilizes Huawei and ZTE technology, India has restricted new contracts and 5G involvement, reflecting broader caution toward Chinese foreign investments.
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Apr
China says ‘the sky will not fall’ on trade, but risks remain
As trade frictions between China and the US escalate, with the US threatening to raise tariffs once again, the State Council of China held a press conference on April 14, 2025. The General Administration of Customs released data for the first quarter of 2025 regarding imports and exports.
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Apr
South Korea eases work-hour limits for semiconductor sector, Samsung first to benefit
In a bid to bolster its competitiveness in advanced technologies, the South Korean government has extended the maximum approval period for longer working hours in the semiconductor industry — with Samsung Electronics becoming the first company to receive the green light under the new policy.
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Apr
Taiwan navigates Trump’s capricious tariff policies with strategic prudence
US President Donald Trump’s unpredictable approach to trade policies has caused unease in global markets, prompting governments and corporations to tread cautiously. Without sufficient leverage to confront Washington directly, they are discreetly considering alternative strategies to lessen any potential negative impact.
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Apr
INT unveils ultra-bright Micro OLED display, advancing XR technology
INT, a Taiwanese innovator in Micro OLED display technology, has introduced a 0.39-inch XGA Micro OLED display boasting an industry-leading 60,000 nits of brightness. This development significantly surpasses the current industry benchmark of 10,000 nits, marking a substantial leap forward in advancing augmented reality (AR) smart glasses and other extended reality (XR) devices.
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Apr
Global PMX reaps early gains from autonomous vehicle strategy, eyes shipment surge to European clients in 2H25
Taiwan-based Global PMX, a leading manufacturer of automotive powertrain and safety components, is beginning to reap the benefits of its strategic investments in the autonomous vehicle sector.
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Apr
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 in Hoa Binh, northern Vietnam. The facility is slated to begin mass production of advanced electronic substrates for Apple’s iPhone by the fiscal year 2026 (April 2026 to March 2027).
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Apr
Hisense QD7QF specifications and prices for the U.S. market
14
Apr
Auto market reels: tariffs shake consumer confidence and trigger panic buying
President Donald Trump’s announcement on April 3 of a 25 percent tariff on imported vehicles has sent shockwaves through the American auto market, triggering a late-March buying frenzy as consumers rushed to purchase cars before prices rose.