Asia Society France recently hosted an insightful panel discussion on the escalating tensions surrounding ASML, Europe’s leading chip manufacturer, and its role in the ongoing tech war between the U.S. and China. Held on October 14, 2024, at Reid Hall in Paris, the event featured prominent experts including Pengfei Chen, a consultant focused on enterprise IT and AI integration; Pierre Haski, a renowned journalist and president of Reporters Without Borders; and Marc Hijink, a financial reporter specializing in semiconductors and geopolitics, and the author of Focus: The ASML Way. The panel was moderated by Duncan Clark, co-chair of Asia Society France and a leading technology advisor.
The discussion centered around how ASML, which dominates the global market for high-end chip production tools, is navigating the intense geopolitical pressures from the U.S. and China, both of whom seek control over advanced semiconductor technologies. The experts explored the challenges facing ASML as it grapples with export restrictions and the broader implications for Europe’s high-tech industries.
Founded in 1956, Asia Society is a leading educational organization dedicated to fostering understanding between Asia and the world. With centers around the globe, it offers platforms for dialogue on topics ranging from business and technology to arts and culture. Asia Society France, established more recently, extends this mission in Europe, promoting deeper connections between Asia and France. Notably, it supports initiatives like the Asia Now Paris Art Fair, which emphasizes contemporary Asian art and cross-cultural exchange. This center also plays a role in analyzing geopolitical relations between Europe and Asia.
