# US senators urge tighter rules for contract chipmakers supplying China firms' overseas units: report.

*semiconductor, genai · news · 2026-06-09 · Seeking Alpha*

## Key points

- U.S. senators urged tighter controls on contract chipmakers supplying advanced AI chips to Chinese overseas units.
- The senators specifically referenced Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Company (TSMC) in their request.
- This request targets overseas subsidiaries of Chinese firms, not just entities within mainland China.
- The appeal was sent to President Donald Trump's administration for immediate review and action.

US senators urge tighter rules for contract chipmakers supplying China firms' overseas units: report Jun 09, 2026, 4:58 AM ETTaiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Company Limited (TSM) StockNVDABy : Ravikash Bakolia, SA News Editor Comments On Monday, a bipartisan pair of U.S. senators requested President Donald Trump's administration to tighten regulations on chip contract ​makers, like Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing (TSM), to prevent them from ‌making advanced AI chips for overseas units of Chinese companies, Reuters reported. Newsletters for Every Investor Get daily, sector-specific newsletters packed with expert insights, fresh ideas, and new opportunities. Subscribe to Newsletters

**Companies:** Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Company Limited (TSM)
**Countries:** United States, China

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