US Treasury Chief Presses Commerce on Singapore Firm's Chip Export Controls

Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent is questioning the Commerce Department's handling of export controls on a Singaporean firm, demanding accountability for the destination of its chips. The move signals internal US government friction over enforcement of semiconductor export restrictions, potentially affecting supply chains and diplomatic relations with Singapore.

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