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China curbs exports of key chipmaking components to US
China curbs exports of key chipmaking components to US

Beijing said Tuesday it would restrict exports to the United States of some key components in making semiconductors, after Washington announced curbs targeting China's ability to make advanced chips. In its own latest curbs, Washington on Monday announced restrictions on sales to 140 companies, including Chinese chip firms Piotech and SiCarrier, without additional permission.

US 'disappointed' after plastic pollution talks collapse: White House
US 'disappointed' after plastic pollution talks collapse: White House

The US government said Tuesday it was "disappointed" after nations negotiating a global treaty to curb plastic waste failed to reach a deal, blaming a "small group" of countries and producers for blocking progress. "A small group of countries and producers stood in the way of progress to protect their profits and perpetuate an inadequate status quo," it said.