SIA Statement on WTO’s Renewal of Moratorium on Customs Duties on Electronic Transmissions
Monday, Mar 04, 2024, 1:00pm
by Semiconductor Industry Association
WASHINGTON—March 4, 2024— The Semiconductor Industry Association (SIA) today released the following statement from SIA President and CEO John Neuffer in response to the decision by the World Trade Organization (WTO) to renew the Moratorium on Customs Duties on Electronic Transmissions during the 13th Ministerial Conference (MC13) in Abu Dhabi.
“In terms of high drama, once again, the WTO Ministerial Conference didn’t disappoint. Thankfully, trade negotiators were able to overcome obstacles to deliver an extension of the Moratorium, which has been a cornerstone of the digital economy – enabling semiconductor supply…