Investment and Impact
's commitment to invest $100 billion in includes building three chip foundries, an R&D center, and two packaging facilities, aiming to strengthen supply chains independent of Chinese producers.
The project is expected to create 40,000 construction jobs and tens of thousands of tech and manufacturing jobs, positioning Arizona as a hub for advanced manufacturing.
Political and Economic Context
The investment, praised by President as a model for Taiwan's supply chain strategy, was not a result of pressure from 's administration, despite previous claims of Taiwan taking U.S. chip business.
Amidst concerns in Taiwan about losing semiconductor dominance, the U.S. continues to offer support, with TSMC's expansion seen as crucial for national security and reducing dependence on foreign chip production.