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CHINA PIVOTS FROM US CHIP TOOLS TO SE ASIA

China's chipmaking equipment imports from Southeast Asia surged in 2025, with Malaysia and Singapore combined accounting for $9.1 billion while direct US imports collapsed 34% to $2 billion.

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Analysis: China's chipmaking tool imports from Singapore rose 17% YoY to $5.7B in 2025, from Malaysia rose 2x+ to $3.4B; direct US imports fell 34% YoY to ~$2B (Nikkei Asia)

Nikkei Asia: Analysis: China's chipmaking tool imports from Singapore rose 17% YoY to $5.7B in 2025, from Malaysia rose…

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