China Slams ‘False’ Report on Chip Supplies to Iran
News Desk
Beijing: China on Friday strongly rejected what it called “false information” circulating in international media, as scrutiny grows over alleged technology links between Chinese firms and Iran amid ongoing regional tensions.
The response came after reports claimed that Semiconductor Manufacturing International Corporation (SMIC) had been supplying chipmaking equipment to Iran over the past year.
The report, citing unnamed officials from the administration of Donald Trump, suggested the transfers may still be ongoing.
However, Beijing moved quickly to challenge the narrative. Speaking at a press briefing, foreign ministry spokesman Lin Jian dismissed the claims, accusing some media outlets of spreading reports that “appear credible but are in fact incorrect.”
He added that such stories had been reviewed and found to be misleading, though he did not provide further details.
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The controversy comes at a sensitive time, as China navigates its strategic partnership with Iran while attempting to position itself as a proponent of regional stability. Beijing has not publicly endorsed any military cooperation with Tehran, even as conflict escalated following US-Israeli strikes earlier this year.
China has consistently called for de-escalation and dialogue. In a recent diplomatic outreach, Foreign Minister Wang Yi urged his Iranian counterpart Abbas Araghchi to pursue peace talks and seize opportunities to reduce tensions.
While SMIC has yet to comment on the allegations, the episode highlights growing geopolitical friction over technology supply chains, with accusations and denials adding another layer of complexity to an already volatile regional landscape.
