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China temporarily bans helium exports amid US-Iran tensions
China has imposed an immediate temporary ban on helium exports amid concerns over a global supply shortage due to renewed military conflicts in the Middle East and the Iran war, which previously led to a decrease in helium supplies. Helium is used in semiconductor manufacturing to control temperatures during the production of electronic chips, raising alarms among technology companies worldwide. This move is part of Beijing's efforts to strengthen its local supplies and reduce dependence on imports, especially as it expands its chip industry and emphasizes securing strategic needs amid global market disruptions.
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