Taiwan has accused eight mainland Chinese semiconductor companies, including Naura Technology, of illegally poaching talent and stealing trade secrets from its high-tech industry. The Ministry of Justice Investigation Bureau reported that it conducted raids across four cities, questioning 65 individuals connected to these firms. Naura, which has been involved in developing chipmaking tools, denied the allegations, asserting that its operations in Taiwan comply with local laws. This incident highlights the intensifying global competition in semiconductor technology, particularly as China aims to enhance its self-reliance in chip production amid US restrictions. The Chinese government has heavily invested in its domestic chip industry, reportedly spending a record $25 billion on chipmaking equipment in the first half of the year. Taiwan's accusations follow a pattern of previous claims against Chinese companies for similar unethical practices in recruiting local engineers.