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US Tech Policy: 'High Fence' Against China’s Chip Access

1/17/2026

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Jake Sullivan, national security adviser, described U.S. tech policy toward China as 'small yard, high fence,' aiming to curb Chinese access to Nvidia's chips.
In early 2026, China limited imports of these chips and opened an investigation into Meta Platforms' artificial intelligence start-up.
Chinese commentators framed U.S. moves as a trap to boost dependency on American tech.
US lawmakers criticized the easing of restrictions, warning it could undermine technological dominance.

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Jake Sullivan, national security adviser, described U.S. tech policy toward China as 'small yard, high fence,' aiming to curb Chinese access to Nvidia's chips.
In early 2026, China limited imports of these chips and opened an investigation into Meta Platforms' artificial intelligence start-up.
Chinese commentators framed U.S. moves as a trap to boost dependency on American tech.
US lawmakers criticized the easing of restrictions, warning it could undermine technological dominance.