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China Cracks Down on Tech Exports, Bans US Software

4/28/2026

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  • China added export controls before a U.S. summit, and on April 15, 2026 began talks to curb solar exports.
  • April 13, 2026 China authorized countermeasures against states and April 7, 2026 China let authorities probe entities discriminate China’s supply chains.
  • January 14, 2026 China ordered firms to stop using cybersecurity software from U.S. and Israeli firms.
  • Since late 2025 chipmakers must use >=50% domestic equipment for new capacity.