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“ The policies of the previous administration have driven our Nation into a national emergency , where a precariously inadequate and intermittent energy supply , and an increasingly unreliable grid , require swift and decisive action ,” the order adds . “ Without immediate remedy , this situation will dramatically deteriorate in the near future due to a high demand for energy and natural resources to power the next generation of technology .”
However , environmental group have criticised the decision , arguing hat it prioritises fossil fuels over sustainable energy solutions . Some fear that weakening environmental regulations could accelerate climate risks while prioritising corporate profits over long-term sustainability .
The US-China tech war : Trade restrictions continue Despite the temporary pause on the TikTok ban , Trump ' s administration is maintaining a hardline stance on China , particularly in semiconductors , AI and telecoms .
The administration continues to enforce export controls on advanced AI chips , limiting China ' s access to cutting-edge semiconductor technology . US firms reliant on Chinese manufacturing may need to further diversify their supply chains , increasing production costs . Additionally , tensions over Taiwan and its semiconductor industry , particularly TSMC , remain central to US-China relations .
112 March 2025