US President Trump today said that Intel executive chairman Chen Liwu was involved in serious conflicts of interest and must resign immediately, without any other reason. US participant Tom Cotton also sent a letter to Intel to pay attention to Chen Liwu's business relationship with Chinese technology companies and whether the relationship threatened Intel's core role in the construction of US defense. Chen Liwu responded, saying that his reputation was based on trust--doing his words and doing things in the right way. The same is true for me, who led Intel. We are in communication with government departments to solve problems and ensure that both parties are in charge of the matter.
On the 8th, Chen Liwu pointed out in a letter to all employees of Intel:
Love team:
I know there is a lot of news today, and I want to spend some time directly communicating with everyone.
First of all, I want to say: America has been my home for more than 40 years. I love this country and deeply appreciate the opportunity it gives me. I love this company too. Leading Intel at this key moment is not only a job, but also a blessing. This industry has given me too much. Our company has discovered such a key role. It is a blessing in my career to reshape Intel's strength and create future innovations with everyone. Intel's success is of great importance to the United States' leading position in technology and manufacturing, national security and economic strength. This is the driving force of our global business development. It is this belief that inspired me to join this team and also inspired me to promote our important work together to create a better future every day.
Regarding my past experiences with IHL and EHL computers, many misinformation has been circulated. I want to make it clear that over 40 years of industry experience, I have established good relations with our diverse ecosystems around the world and our diverse ecosystems, and have always followed the highest legal and ethical standards. My reputation is based on trust—doing what you say and acting in the right way, and so is the way I lead Intel.
We are in communication with government departments to solve the problems raised and ensure that they are in charge of the matter. I fully appreciate the President’s commitment to promoting national and economic security in the United States, and I appreciate his leadership in promoting these priorities and I am proud to lead a company that is important to these goals.
The Board of Directors fully supports our work to transform the company, innovate for customers and perform strictly - we are making progress. What is particularly exciting is that we will adopt the most advanced semiconductor process technology in the United States later this year to achieve full production. This will be an important milestone that demonstrates your work and the important role Intel plays in the U.S. tech ecosystem.
Looking to the future, our mission is clear and our opportunities are endless. I am very lucky to be able to walk along with you.
Thank you for everything you have done to strengthen the company's future development.