Miao Li County Magistrate Chung Tung-chin leads business delegation to Japan, accelerating semiconductor and hydrogen energy development
Miao Li County Magistrate Chung Tung-chin led a business delegation to Japan from March 29 to April 3, visiting leading companies in semiconductor materials, precision manufacturing, and low-carbon technologies. The visit focused on "low-carbon energy" and "industrial upgrading" to inform Miao Li's green energy transition and energy storage development. Participating companies reported valuable insights, such as Mitsubishi Chemical's product recycling efforts and Kawasaki Heavy Industries' steelmaking technology and automation. Magistrate Chung aims to foster industrial development and job creation in Miao Li through these exchanges.
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To promote industrial upgrading and international integration in Miaoli, Chung Tung-chin led a delegation from the county government's Department of Industrial Development, Environmental Protection Bureau, and Fire Department, along with representative enterprises such as Taiwan Powder Metallurgy, King Yuan Electronics, Sinbon Electronics, Hengyi Chemical, Chang Chun Petrochemical, Taiwan Toyo Ink, and Tung Ho Steel, on a six-day visit to Japan from March 29 to April 3. They visited several leading companies in semiconductor key materials, precision manufacturing, and low-carbon technologies.
The Department of Industrial Development stated that the trip focused on two main themes: "low-carbon energy" and "industrial upgrading." They gained firsthand knowledge of Japan's new energy development, such as hydrogen energy, as an important reference for Miaoli's future promotion of green energy transition and energy storage facility development. In addition, they visited Taiwan Powder Metallurgy's Saitama plant, Tokyo Ohka Kogyo's Tokyo plant, Mitsubishi Chemical's R&D base, and Kawasaki Heavy Industries, drawing on Japanese experience to assist county enterprises in transforming towards low-carbon sustainability.
Upon returning to Taiwan, the delegation held a results presentation today at the county government, with representatives from various companies sharing their experiences. Hengyi Chemical Chairman Ho Chi-cheng noted that the most impressive aspect of the trip was Mitsubishi Chemical's development of tens of thousands of products, where the primary consideration after production was how to recycle and reuse them. This highlights a key focus for global enterprises in the future. He thanked the county government for leading the visit, fostering inter-industry exchange, and opening up future cooperation opportunities.
Taiwan Powder Metallurgy General Manager Chu Chiu-lung said that while the world focuses on AI, Taiwan faces challenges in electricity, manpower, and "expensive land." These issues are not easily resolved. He believes that through the county government's collaboration with enterprises, collective brainstorming can drive overall industrial improvement and develop Miaoli together.
Tung Ho Steel General Manager Huang Ping-hua said that Kawasaki Heavy Industries leads the world in steel refining technology and equipment. His company has discussed more energy-efficient steelmaking technologies with Kawasaki Heavy Industries for several years, such as how to minimize power consumption in electric arc furnace steelmaking. This trip also provided insights into the introduction of automated equipment, robots, improvements in the working environment, environmental protection, occupational safety, and health, which are directions for future upgrading in traditional industries.
Chung Tung-chin pointed out that the advantage of Japanese enterprises lies in technology research and development and a rigorous craftsman attitude, while Taiwanese enterprises are characterized by quick decision-making and flexible adaptation. Both have their unique strengths, and this trip was very fruitful. He hopes to promote inter-enterprise exchange and international connections, thereby attracting investment and creating more local employment opportunities for Miaoli.
Miaoli County plays an important role in Taiwan's technology industry corridor. Facing the global trend of net-zero transition, Chung Tung-chin said that the recent US-Iran conflict led to high oil prices, making renewable energy particularly important. Japan has been developing hydrogen energy for decades, and Taiwan must also start. The county government has already promoted a "Green Hydrogen Industry Demonstration Park" BOT project in Tongluo, and a larger park will be developed in the future. In addition, the county government and the Ministry of Environment are planning a circular park, hoping to attract the most excellent and advanced manufacturers to help Taiwan solve carbon emission problems. (Edited by Li Shu-hua) 2026-04-10
The Department of Industrial Development stated that the trip focused on two main themes: "low-carbon energy" and "industrial upgrading." They gained firsthand knowledge of Japan's new energy development, such as hydrogen energy, as an important reference for Miaoli's future promotion of green energy transition and energy storage facility development. In addition, they visited Taiwan Powder Metallurgy's Saitama plant, Tokyo Ohka Kogyo's Tokyo plant, Mitsubishi Chemical's R&D base, and Kawasaki Heavy Industries, drawing on Japanese experience to assist county enterprises in transforming towards low-carbon sustainability.
Upon returning to Taiwan, the delegation held a results presentation today at the county government, with representatives from various companies sharing their experiences. Hengyi Chemical Chairman Ho Chi-cheng noted that the most impressive aspect of the trip was Mitsubishi Chemical's development of tens of thousands of products, where the primary consideration after production was how to recycle and reuse them. This highlights a key focus for global enterprises in the future. He thanked the county government for leading the visit, fostering inter-industry exchange, and opening up future cooperation opportunities.
Taiwan Powder Metallurgy General Manager Chu Chiu-lung said that while the world focuses on AI, Taiwan faces challenges in electricity, manpower, and "expensive land." These issues are not easily resolved. He believes that through the county government's collaboration with enterprises, collective brainstorming can drive overall industrial improvement and develop Miaoli together.
Tung Ho Steel General Manager Huang Ping-hua said that Kawasaki Heavy Industries leads the world in steel refining technology and equipment. His company has discussed more energy-efficient steelmaking technologies with Kawasaki Heavy Industries for several years, such as how to minimize power consumption in electric arc furnace steelmaking. This trip also provided insights into the introduction of automated equipment, robots, improvements in the working environment, environmental protection, occupational safety, and health, which are directions for future upgrading in traditional industries.
Chung Tung-chin pointed out that the advantage of Japanese enterprises lies in technology research and development and a rigorous craftsman attitude, while Taiwanese enterprises are characterized by quick decision-making and flexible adaptation. Both have their unique strengths, and this trip was very fruitful. He hopes to promote inter-enterprise exchange and international connections, thereby attracting investment and creating more local employment opportunities for Miaoli.
Miaoli County plays an important role in Taiwan's technology industry corridor. Facing the global trend of net-zero transition, Chung Tung-chin said that the recent US-Iran conflict led to high oil prices, making renewable energy particularly important. Japan has been developing hydrogen energy for decades, and Taiwan must also start. The county government has already promoted a "Green Hydrogen Industry Demonstration Park" BOT project in Tongluo, and a larger park will be developed in the future. In addition, the county government and the Ministry of Environment are planning a circular park, hoping to attract the most excellent and advanced manufacturers to help Taiwan solve carbon emission problems. (Edited by Li Shu-hua) 2026-04-10