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China's commitment to achieving semiconductor self-sufficiency is relentless; they're determined to secure the entire chip production ecosystem. In pursuit of this ambition, China has taken notable steps to attract talent for lithography systems. Some positions offer negotiable salaries without limits, complemented by substantial research grants, incentivizing the best minds to join China’s quest for supremacy in chip technology.
As Chinese manufacturers pursue advancements, the competitive landscape shifts dramatically. Once China develops their own Extreme Ultraviolet (EUV) lithography machines with capabilities on par with ASML, the balance of power may tilt significantly.