Taiwan vows most advanced tech will not go to US under $100bn Trump deal
www.theguardian.com
Country’s government says deal with TSMC needs assessment as opposition claims it will reduce defences

Summary

Taiwan’s government has indicated that the $100 billion semiconductor deal announced by Donald Trump and TSMC is not yet guaranteed, as it requires government approval.

TSMC, which produces nearly all of the world’s most advanced semiconductors, is seen as Taiwan’s “silicon shield,” incentivizing U.S. support to prevent Chinese control.

While TSMC plans to expand U.S. production to avoid tariffs, officials insist its most advanced technology must remain in Taiwan.

Critics warn that shifting production could weaken Taiwan’s strategic importance and national security.

  • unalivejoy@lemm.eeEnglish
    45·
    2 days ago

    It sure would be ironic if TSMC decided to move the factory to Mexico or Canada.

    • moodyEnglish
      8·
      2 days ago

      Semiconductor production takes massive amounts of electricity. Quebec, Ontario, and BC produce a ton of cheap hydro power.

    • Zier@fedia.io
      1·
      2 days ago

      I think either would be great, but to really piss him off choose Mexico.