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EU plans to reduce reliance on US, Asian technology
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EU plans to reduce reliance on US, Asian technology

From Utusan Malaysia · () Malay

Translated from Malay, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.

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  • The European Union plans to introduce new measures to reduce its reliance on technology from the United States and Asia, prioritizing European-made digital alternatives.
  • This initiative risks creating tensions with the U.S., which has previously opposed EU actions like fines and regulations against its tech companies.
  • The EU has intensified efforts over the past year to boost domestic production across various sectors, aiming to catch up with competitors like the U.S. and China.

The European Union is set to unveil a new strategy aimed at lessening its dependence on technology sourced from the United States and Asia. The plan prioritizes the development and adoption of digital alternatives manufactured within Europe, signaling a significant shift in the bloc's technological sourcing.

This move is likely to provoke friction with the United States. Washington has previously expressed strong objections to the EU's regulatory approach, including imposing fines and implementing stringent rules on American technology firms. The EU's push for technological self-sufficiency could exacerbate these existing trade and regulatory disputes.

Over the past year, the EU has been actively working to enhance its domestic production capabilities across a range of industries. This concerted effort is part of a broader ambition to close the gap with major global competitors, particularly the U.S. and China, in key technological sectors.

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Originally published by Utusan Malaysia in Malay. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.

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