Netherlands Said to Plan Curbs of Tech Exports to China

The video discusses the US imposing restrictions on semiconductor sales to China and the potential involvement of the Netherlands and Japan in similar actions. It explores the impact these restrictions could have on China, which is trying to develop its own semiconductor industry but remains reliant on foreign equipment. The Dutch company SML, which derives a significant portion of its revenue from China, may also be affected.

What action did the US take earlier this year regarding semiconductors?

• Signed a trade agreement with China

• Lifted all restrictions on semiconductor sales to China

• Increased semiconductor sales to China

• Imposed more restrictions on semiconductor sales to China

Which countries are major suppliers of advanced semiconductor manufacturing equipment to China?

• Germany and France

• South Korea and India

• Netherlands and Japan

• Brazil and Russia

What is the expected outcome of the discussions between the US and Dutch officials?

• The Dutch will withdraw from the semiconductor market

• The Dutch will lift all restrictions on semiconductor sales

• The Dutch will align their restrictions with the US

• The Dutch will increase semiconductor sales to China

Why might China be unhappy with the potential agreement between the US and the Netherlands?

• It would increase China's semiconductor production

• It would align European policies with the US, limiting China's options

• It would decrease China's reliance on foreign equipment

• It would improve China's relations with the US

What percentage of ASML's revenue comes from China?

• 5%

• 10%

• 15%

• 20%