Are the US and China heading for a new chip war? Washington probe flags Beijing’s ‘aggressive’ push

The US will delay new tariffs on Chinese semiconductors until at least mid-2027, keeping current rates unchanged for 18 months. The pause aims to maintain leverage in ongoing trade talks with China while avoiding escalation and preserving supply chain stability. Existing broad tariffs, including 50% levies on many Chinese chips, remain in place as both sides seek to manage competition without reigniting a trade war.