China is evaluating stricter export controls on artificial intelligence chips and semiconductors, aiming to prevent Western nations from accessing advanced technology.
According to a report by Folha de S.Paulo, Beijing is currently consulting with companies to identify methods for restricting these sales.
The move signals a potential escalation in the ongoing technology rivalry between China and the United States.
The development comes as US lawmakers advance efforts to incorporate three China-focused export control measures into the National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA).
This legislative push marks a significant intensification of the tech war, with both sides seeking to limit the other's access to critical hardware.
The Chinese consultation suggests a reciprocal strategy to counter US restrictions on high-end semiconductor exports.