USA and ASML Fight Over Chip Machines
美國與 ASML 爭執晶片機
Introduction
The USA is worried about a company called ASML. The USA thinks ASML sent special chip machines to China.
美國擔心一家名為 ASML 的公司。美國認為 ASML 將特殊的晶片機送到了中國。
Main Body
The USA says ASML sent parts of a big machine to China. These machines make fast computer chips for Apple and Nvidia. The USA says this is dangerous for their security.
美國表示 ASML 將一部大型機器的零件送到了中國。這些機器是用來為 Apple 和 Nvidia 製造快速的電腦晶片。美國表示這對其安全構成危險。
ASML says this is not true. The machines are too big to hide. ASML also says they track all their machines with computers. They do not want to lose money in China.
ASML 則表示這並非事實。這些機器體積太大，無法隱藏。ASML 還表示他們會使用電腦追蹤所有機器。他們不希望在中國蒙受損失。
Now, the USA wants new laws. These laws will stop ASML from selling other machines to China. The USA also wants to make its own machines so it does not need ASML.
現在，美國想要制定新法律。這些法律將阻止 ASML 向中國銷售其他機器。美國還希望自行研發機器，這樣就不需要依賴 ASML 了。
Conclusion
The USA and ASML do not agree. ASML says they followed the rules, but the USA is still checking.
美國與 ASML 未能達成共識。ASML 表示他們遵守了規定，但美國仍在核查。
Vocabulary Learning
⚡ Quick Pattern: Action vs. Result
In this story, we see how people use "Want" and "Stop" to change the future. These are key words for A2 learners to describe goals.
1. The Goal Word: "Want" We use Want + [Thing] or Want + [To do something].
- The USA wants new laws. → (Wants a thing)
- The USA wants to make its own machines. → (Wants to do an action)
2. The Control Word: "Stop" We use Stop [Someone] from [Doing something].
- Laws will stop ASML from selling machines.
💡 Vocabulary Bridge
- Worried → Feeling nervous about something.
- Dangerous → Not safe.
- Security → Protection from danger.
📝 Simple Summary Logic USA thinks Dangerous Wants laws Stop sales.