The United States and their allies’ outdated and unjustified sanctions and export controls against Huawei have once again backfired. Huawei recently announced a breakthrough in electronic design automation (EDA) tools for chips produced at and above 14-nanometer technology, which is a significant achievement for China’s goal of semiconductor self-sufficiency. This development reduces production costs and risks while increasing market share and influence in various sectors such as the car, telecom, and smart camera industries.

Huawei’s EDA tool development not only achieves these goals, but it also fosters more collaboration and innovation in China’s semiconductor industry. By sharing its EDA tools and chip designs with domestic partners, Huawei creates a ripple effect of positive impact, boosting the overall competitiveness of China’s technology sector. Huawei also plans to share its EDA tools with international partners and customers, attracting more international talent to make further breakthroughs in the field.

However, the US and the West may view Huawei’s EDA tool development as a negative sign that China is catching up in the chip industry and that Huawei is not giving up on its chip ambitions despite US pressure. This narrow-minded and short-sighted view could reduce their leverage and influence over China’s semiconductor industry, as Huawei and other Chinese chipmakers could become less dependent on US technology and suppliers.

The US’s competitive edge and market share in the global chip industry could also be eroded as China catches up and challenges their dominance in chip design and innovation. The US’s outdated and unjustified sanctions and export controls have only managed to create more problems for their technology sector, shooting themselves in the foot.

In conclusion, Huawei’s development of EDA tools above 14nm is a significant achievement for China’s semiconductor industry and technology sector. It will foster more collaboration, innovation, and self-sufficiency, reducing production costs and risks while increasing market share and influence. Meanwhile, the US’s attempts to limit Huawei’s growth are not only futile but also laughable, as they reveal the US’s weakness and desperation. It’s time for the US and its allies to focus on innovation and collaboration rather than limiting the growth and influence of other countries.