Taiwan-Japan Semiconductor Alliance Dialogue: Ho Hsin-chun, Kuo Kuo-wen Focus on Supply Chain Cooperation
Taiwanese and Japanese parliamentarians held a dialogue on semiconductor cooperation, emphasizing economic security and the establishment of a "non-red supply chain." Kuo Kuo-wen highlighted Tainan Science Park's advanced manufacturing capabilities, while Ho Hsin-chun underscored Taichung's growing importance in the semiconductor industry. Both sides aim to deepen collaboration and attract more Japanese investment.
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The dialogue took place at the First Members' Office Building of the House of Representatives in Japan, with the participation of Kuo Kuo-wen and Ho Hsin-chun, co-chairs of the Taiwan Semiconductor Strategic Congressional Alliance, and Yamagiwa Daishiro, chairman, and Seki Yoshihiro, secretary-general, of the Japan Semiconductor Strategic Promotion Parliamentary Federation. Yamagiwa Daishiro stated that Japan and Taiwan have room for cooperation in multiple fields, but from an industrial perspective, semiconductors are undoubtedly the core project. This dialogue may not cover all details, but it is hoped that through frank exchanges, both sides can share ideas, explore future directions, and further deepen the foundation for cooperation.
Kuo Kuo-wen noted in his speech that he established the Semiconductor Congressional Alliance in Taiwan, influenced by similar parliamentary groups in Japan, hoping to create a similar mechanism to promote dialogue and cooperation between Taiwan and Japan in the semiconductor field. Another important reason is that his constituency, Tainan Science Park, is one of Taiwan's most critical semiconductor production bases.
He pointed out that Tainan Science Park currently concentrates advanced processes such as 5nm and 3nm, with 2nm process under construction, and related facilities for advanced packaging technology (CoWoS) continuously expanding, making Tainan one of the most crucial semiconductor production hubs globally.
Kuo Kuo-wen further stated that since the establishment of the Taiwan Semiconductor Strategic Congressional Alliance three years ago, with TSMC's establishment of a factory in Kumamoto, Japan, Taiwan-Japan cooperation has become increasingly close, gradually developing towards a "Taiwan-Japan Semiconductor Alliance." This cooperative relationship is built on shared democratic values and also concerns economic security.
He emphasized that future parliamentary cooperation should continue to strengthen supply chain stability, especially promoting the construction of a "non-red supply chain," and hopes this dialogue will be a starting point for deepening Taiwan-Japan cooperation.
Taichung mayoral candidate Ho Hsin-chun approached the discussion from a local industry perspective. She pointed out that Taichung, as Taiwan's second-largest city, has attracted TSMC to set up a factory, and will introduce 2nm advanced process production lines in the future. Micron's advanced packaging plant has also moved in, demonstrating Taichung's importance and competitiveness in the semiconductor industry chain. In addition, Taichung is also a hub for precision machinery and smart manufacturing, with a large number of technically capable small and medium-sized enterprises, and several Japanese companies have invested and deployed there.
Ho Hsin-chun stated that the Taichung case shows the potential for cooperation between Taiwan and Japan in all aspects of the semiconductor supply chain. She hopes to attract more Japanese investment in the future to further deepen and refine the Taiwan-Japan semiconductor cooperation model, making Taichung's industrial vitality flourish. This will be an important step not only for Taichung and Taiwan but also for Taiwan-Japan relations. (Editor: Chen Cheng-kung) 1150409
Kuo Kuo-wen noted in his speech that he established the Semiconductor Congressional Alliance in Taiwan, influenced by similar parliamentary groups in Japan, hoping to create a similar mechanism to promote dialogue and cooperation between Taiwan and Japan in the semiconductor field. Another important reason is that his constituency, Tainan Science Park, is one of Taiwan's most critical semiconductor production bases.
He pointed out that Tainan Science Park currently concentrates advanced processes such as 5nm and 3nm, with 2nm process under construction, and related facilities for advanced packaging technology (CoWoS) continuously expanding, making Tainan one of the most crucial semiconductor production hubs globally.
Kuo Kuo-wen further stated that since the establishment of the Taiwan Semiconductor Strategic Congressional Alliance three years ago, with TSMC's establishment of a factory in Kumamoto, Japan, Taiwan-Japan cooperation has become increasingly close, gradually developing towards a "Taiwan-Japan Semiconductor Alliance." This cooperative relationship is built on shared democratic values and also concerns economic security.
He emphasized that future parliamentary cooperation should continue to strengthen supply chain stability, especially promoting the construction of a "non-red supply chain," and hopes this dialogue will be a starting point for deepening Taiwan-Japan cooperation.
Taichung mayoral candidate Ho Hsin-chun approached the discussion from a local industry perspective. She pointed out that Taichung, as Taiwan's second-largest city, has attracted TSMC to set up a factory, and will introduce 2nm advanced process production lines in the future. Micron's advanced packaging plant has also moved in, demonstrating Taichung's importance and competitiveness in the semiconductor industry chain. In addition, Taichung is also a hub for precision machinery and smart manufacturing, with a large number of technically capable small and medium-sized enterprises, and several Japanese companies have invested and deployed there.
Ho Hsin-chun stated that the Taichung case shows the potential for cooperation between Taiwan and Japan in all aspects of the semiconductor supply chain. She hopes to attract more Japanese investment in the future to further deepen and refine the Taiwan-Japan semiconductor cooperation model, making Taichung's industrial vitality flourish. This will be an important step not only for Taichung and Taiwan but also for Taiwan-Japan relations. (Editor: Chen Cheng-kung) 1150409
FAQ
What is the main purpose of the Taiwan-Japan Semiconductor Alliance dialogue?
The main purpose is to deepen cooperation between Taiwan and Japan in the semiconductor field, strengthen supply chain stability, and promote the establishment of a "non-red supply chain."
What are Taiwan's key production bases in the semiconductor industry?
Tainan Science Park is one of Taiwan's most critical semiconductor production bases, concentrating advanced processes such as 5nm and 3nm, with 2nm process under construction. Taichung has also become an important hub due to TSMC and Micron setting up factories there.