The Ministry of Commerce said in a statement on Saturday that it’s opened an anti-dumping probe relating to certain American-made analog IC chips.

Beijing also initiates anti-discrimination investigation over semiconductor exports to US, a day ahead of latest trade talks.

Beijing also initiates anti-discrimination investigation over US handling of Chinese semiconductors, a day ahead of latest trade talks.

The Ministry of Commerce said in a statement on Saturday that it’s opened an anti-dumping probe relating to certain American-made analog IC chips.

China launches probes into U.S. semiconductor sector ahead of trade talks in Spain, targeting chip imports and discrimination measures.

The probe will hit US firms like Texas Instruments and Analog Devices on the mainland and give a boost to their Chinese rivals, analyst says.

Analysts believe the investigation could force foreign firms to cede market share, triggering a wave of domestic sourcing.

The initial investigation lays the groundwork for Beijing to potentially take further action against Nvidia.

The State Administration for Market Regulation began its probe into Nvidia last December.

Washington and Beijing’s fight over technology gains fresh momentum ahead of talks

Nvidia has increasingly found itself caught up in a geopolitical tug-of-war between Beijing and Washington