中方发起反歧视立案调查！涉及近年来美国对华集成电路领域相关措施

Core Viewpoint - The Chinese Ministry of Commerce has initiated an anti-discrimination investigation into the U.S. measures affecting the semiconductor industry, citing that these actions are discriminatory and detrimental to both China's technological development and the global semiconductor supply chain stability [1]. Investigation Scope - The investigation will focus on U.S. measures related to integrated circuits since 2018, including tariffs imposed based on Section 301 investigations and other prohibitive actions [3]. - It will also cover restrictions on exports of integrated circuit products and manufacturing equipment to China, as well as limitations on U.S. participation in Chinese semiconductor projects since 2022 [3]. - Additional measures under the CHIPS and Science Act that restrict trade and investment activities in relevant fields will be included, along with specific restrictions on advanced computing integrated circuits and AI chips used for training Chinese AI models [3]. Investigation Procedure and Timeline - The investigation will utilize various methods such as written questionnaires, hearings, and field investigations, with a typical duration of three months, extendable under special circumstances [4]. - Stakeholders have 30 days from the announcement to submit comments regarding the investigation process, and they can also request hearings within 20 days [5]. Stakeholder Participation - The Ministry of Commerce encourages all affected stakeholders, including domestic industries and enterprises, to actively participate in the investigation to ensure fairness and transparency [5].