Taiwan says shifting 40 percent semiconductor capacity to US is impractical
Taiwan Says 40% Semiconductor Chip Shift To US Not Feasible
Taiwan has said shifting 40% of its semiconductor manufacturing capacity to the United States is not feasible, responding to ongoing discussions about diversifying global chip supply chains.
Taiwan Semiconductor Capacity Shift Concerns
Officials stated that relocating a large share of chip production overseas would face technical and logistical constraints. Taiwan’s semiconductor ecosystem relies on a tightly integrated network of suppliers, specialised workforce and infrastructure concentrated on the island.
Authorities noted that duplicating such an ecosystem abroad would require extensive time, resources and coordination across multiple industries.
US Chip Manufacturing And Supply Chains
The United States has been encouraging domestic semiconductor production to reduce supply risks. Taiwan acknowledged cooperation with overseas partners but emphasised that complete relocation of advanced manufacturing capacity is unrealistic.
Industry experts pointed out that advanced chip fabrication involves complex equipment installation, precision facilities and long-term talent development, making rapid expansion outside Taiwan difficult.
Global Technology And Economic Impact
The discussion reflects broader global efforts to strengthen technology resilience and secure semiconductor supply chains. Taiwan indicated it will continue international investment and collaboration while maintaining core production capabilities at home.
The statement highlights ongoing negotiations over balancing economic security with practical industrial limitations in the global semiconductor sector.
