The U.S. government is allowing at least two non-Chinese chipmakers who are operating in China to receive restricted goods and services
It means their suppliers will not have to seek licenses for their work. It’s expected to ease the burden for these companies, which are in the firing line as the U-S cracks down on the Chinese chip sector.
The Biden administration is planning to spare foreign companies from the brunt of the new measures.
But the latest round of regulations failed to mention companies in this position.
The new rules mean U-S exports need licenses before they can be shipped to facilities in China.
U.S. authorities were seeking to grant these licenses on a case-by-case basis.
Vendors will also be prohibited from supporting and sending supplies that are not from the U-S to Chinese factories if they are required to.
It is unclear how long a licenses may take, as concerns loom around delays to shipments.
