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A Critical Moment for Europe’s Electronics Ecosystem
March 3, 2026 | Nolan Johnson, SMT007 Magazine
As Europe reexamines its industrial strategy amid geopolitical shifts, how does electronics become a critical priority? In this interview, Alison James, senior director Europe, government relations, at the Global Electronics Association, explains how industry advocacy is influencing the review of the European Chips Act, and why the conversation must extend beyond semiconductors to include PCBs, EMS, and complete systems. With 27 member states to align, can policy move fast enough to secure Europe’s electronics future?
After IEEPA: What Electronics Companies Should Know About Tariff Refund Strategies and Section 122
February 26, 2026 | I-Connect007 Editorial Team
The U.S. Supreme Court’s recent decision striking down tariffs imposed under the International Emergency Economic Powers Act (IEEPA) opens the door to potential refunds for electronics companies and signals a rapid pivot to alternative trade statutes, setting the stage for a volatile 150-day period that could significantly affect global electronics supply chains. Trade and electronics industry leaders gathered for a webinar hosted by the Global Electronics Association on Feb. 24 to learn more about the landmark U.S. Supreme Court decision.
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