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Financial TimesFriday, 29 May 2026
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Brussels lines up broad crisis powers to seize control of chip supply chains
Provision for overriding contracts ● Plan for common purchasing ● Fears rise over reliance on Taiwan
The story examines proposed EU legislation through a lens of economic sovereignty and supply chain security, focusing on the regulatory mechanisms being developed to manage future shortages.
The European Commission is drafting a 'Chips Act' to reduce dependence on Asian and US technology, including controversial measures to intervene in private contracts during emergencies.
“seize control of chip supply chains”
“Analytic focus on institutional power”
'Combat zone' Israel steps up Lebanon blitz
Reportage on intensified military action in southern Lebanon following the declaration of a 'combat zone'.
Kirkland & Ellis spends $500mn on its own AI tool to stay ahead of legal pack
A business-focused look at how a major law firm is investing in proprietary artificial intelligence to maintain competitive advantage.
Move to evict colonial club polarises debate in Delhi
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