Overview

• China introduces guidelines to eliminate Intel and AMD chips and Microsoft Windows from government computers, favoring domestic alternatives.
• The ban is part of China's broader strategy to reduce reliance on foreign technology amidst escalating US-China tech tensions.
• Government agencies must now use 'safe and reliable' domestic processors and operating systems, with a list of approved Chinese companies published.
• The move is expected to impact US companies' earnings significantly, with Intel and AMD having substantial market shares in China.
• This development marks a significant step in Beijing's drive for technological self-sufficiency, mirroring similar efforts in the US.