U.S. & Taiwan Team Up for Chip Factories in Arizona
The United States and Taiwan have agreed to collaborate on opening new chip factories in the U.S., with Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Company (TSMC) set to invest significantly in Arizona. This move comes as the U.S. seeks to reduce its dependence on Taiwan for chips due to security concerns and encourages more Taiwanese investment in America.
Taiwan's trade representatives recently visited Washington to discuss various trade issues. They requested a reduction in the 20% tariff on Taiwanese exports to the U.S. and urged caution in semiconductor export policies to prevent shortages and disruptions. U.S. Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick, in response, suggested Taiwan establish more chip factories within the United States to strengthen their partnership.
Taiwan has reciprocated by pledging to purchase $10 billion worth of U.S. farm products over the next four years. This move aims to ease trade tensions between the two nations. The talks also focused on Taiwan's semiconductor industry, which dominates the global market for advanced chips. The U.S. is eager for Taiwan to invest heavily in America, while Taiwan seeks to protect its own economic interests.
The U.S. and Taiwan are navigating a complex trade relationship, with the U.S. encouraging Taiwanese investment in American chip production and Taiwan seeking tariff relief and cautious semiconductor export policies. Taiwan has responded with a significant purchase commitment for U.S. farm products. Both nations recognize the strategic importance of the semiconductor industry and are working to balance their respective interests.
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