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Last Update2025-08-13
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Event Overview
Corporate leadership faces heightened political pressure amid scrutiny of international business ties, highlighting tensions between global investment strategies and domestic political expectations, with implications for cross-border corporate governance and national economic policies.
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Intel CEO Lip-Bu Tan Addresses Criticism Over China Investments
On August 7, 2025, Intel Corporation CEO Lip-Bu Tan issued a message to employees in response to political scrutiny and public criticism surrounding his past business activities and investments in Chinese companies. Tan, who became CEO in March 2025 and also serves on Intel’s board, affirmed his deep commitment to the United States, which has been his home for more than four decades.
He rejected what he called recent 'misinformation' about his previous roles at Walden International and Cadence Design Systems and stressed that his 40-year career in the semiconductor industry has been conducted within the highest legal and ethical standards. 'My reputation has been built on trust—on doing what I say I’ll do, and doing it the right way. This is the same way I am leading Intel,' he stated.
Tan explained that Intel is engaging with the U.S. administration to address concerns and provide accurate information, and expressed support for the President’s commitment to advancing U.S. national and economic security. He underscored that Intel’s transformation, innovation focus, and disciplined execution are fully backed by the board of directors.
Highlighting momentum toward high-volume manufacturing, Tan reaffirmed that Intel plays a crucial role in strengthening America’s technology leadership, national security, and economic strength. His message followed recent attention from President Trump, who indicated interest in further discussions after a White House meeting. Tan’s communication aimed to reassure employees amid heightened tension over U.S.-China technology relations.
Intel CEO Lip-Bu Tan Addresses Employee Letter Amid Trump Criticism and Misinformation Claims
On August 7, 2025, Intel Corporation CEO Lip-Bu Tan sent a letter to all company employees responding to recent public criticism from former U.S. President Donald Trump and addressing circulating 'misinformation' about his professional background.
Tan, who was appointed as CEO in March 2025, emphasized his long-standing ties to the United States and his commitment to Intel’s strategic role in U.S. technology, manufacturing leadership, national security, and economic strength. He noted he has lived in the U.S. for more than 40 years and expressed gratitude for the opportunities the country has provided him.
In the letter, Tan directly addressed allegations related to his prior work at Walden International and Cadence Design Systems, stating: “I want to be absolutely clear: over 40 years in the industry, I’ve built relationships around the world and across our diverse ecosystem and I have always operated within the highest legal and ethical standards.” He reaffirmed that his leadership at Intel follows the same principles of trust and integrity.
Tan confirmed that Intel is engaging with the administration to provide accurate information on the issues raised and expressed alignment with the president’s priorities in advancing U.S. national and economic security. He also stated that the company’s board is fully supportive of Intel’s transformation efforts, innovation initiatives, and disciplined execution.
The message came amid media reports portraying Tan as under political pressure from Trump and potentially at odds with Intel’s board of directors. Tan’s communication sought to reassure employees about his leadership, the company’s strategic direction, and the progress being made, including advancements toward high-volume manufacturing.