Southeast Asia needs to expand semiconductor production, global trade group says

Southeast Asia needs to expand semiconductor production, global trade group says

KUALA ​LUMPUR — Southeast Asian countries should aim ​to build more ‌semiconductor fabrication plants in the coming decade to help the sector diversify and reduce supply risks, the head of global chip industry ​group ⁠SEMI said on Tuesday.

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Southeast Asia needs to expand semiconductor production, global trade group SEMI says

Southeast Asian nations are urged to boost semiconductor manufacturing. The region needs more fabrication plants in the next ten years. This will help diversify production and lower supply chain risks. Currently, most new plants are in China and Taiwan. Increased geographical diversity is crucial for industry stability. Southeast Asia must step up its role in global chip production.