President Lai Attends Groundbreaking for Pingtung Science Park Semiconductor Supply Chain Zone, Pledges to Meet Industry Needs for Water, Electricity, and Land
President Lai Ching-te attended the groundbreaking ceremony for the Pingtung Science Park Semiconductor Supply Chain Zone, stating that the government will meet the industry's needs for water, electricity, land, and talent, and promote the balanced development of Taiwan's semiconductor S-corridor.
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(Central News Agency reporter Li Huiting, Pingtung County, 12th) President Lai Ching-te attended the groundbreaking ceremony for the Pingtung Science Park Semiconductor Supply Chain Zone on the 12th, stating that Taiwan needs balanced development and hopes to create an S-shaped semiconductor industry chain corridor spanning Chiayi, Tainan, Kaohsiung, and Pingtung. He pledged that his administration would meet the industry's needs for water, electricity, land, and human resources.
President Lai, TSMC Chairman Wei Che-chia, and Pingtung County Magistrate Chou Chun-mi attended the groundbreaking ceremony for the Pingtung Science Park Semiconductor Supply Chain Zone. Despite heavy rain and thunder, President Lai joked, "The heavens are sending rain, and even the thunder has come to bless us."
President Lai stated, "Taiwan needs balanced development. We hope to create an S-shaped semiconductor industry chain corridor from Chiayi, Tainan, Kaohsiung, to Pingtung. I believe this goal will be gradually achieved. As for the water, electricity, land, and talent needed by the industry, there is no need to worry. I will lead the Executive Yuan team to meet everyone's needs."
Regarding water resources, President Lai said, "A nearly completed plan will connect Taiwan's reservoirs and dams. The connection project between Kaohsiung and Pingtung is also underway. Pingtung already has abundant underground water. Water is not a problem. Look at how much it's raining today; how could there be a water shortage? The issue is how to retain water, how to allocate it, and how to use it efficiently. Taiwan is not short of water."
On electricity, the President said, "Technology is constantly advancing. Although the scope of electricity use is increasing, energy consumption is decreasing. In the future, due to the power demands of data centers and computing centers, the government will continue to promote various power infrastructure projects."
Regarding land, President Lai stated there is no problem. "Over the past 10 years, the government has developed a total of 1,305 hectares of science parks. If companies cannot find land to invest in Taiwan, the government will address their land needs on a case-by-case basis."
President Lai mentioned that during his tenure as Premier, he promoted the Act for the Recruitment and Employment of Foreign Professionals, allowing international companies to recruit talent from abroad. He emphasized that the development of the technology industry requires international talent, and the Ministry of Labor continues to relax regulations on human resources based on societal needs.
The President emphasized, "I hope all industry partners understand the policies the government is currently promoting. I hope you have confidence in Taiwan. Only then can we establish ourselves in Taiwan, deploy globally, and market our products worldwide." (Editor: Huang Mingxi) 1150612
President Lai, TSMC Chairman Wei Che-chia, and Pingtung County Magistrate Chou Chun-mi attended the groundbreaking ceremony for the Pingtung Science Park Semiconductor Supply Chain Zone. Despite heavy rain and thunder, President Lai joked, "The heavens are sending rain, and even the thunder has come to bless us."
President Lai stated, "Taiwan needs balanced development. We hope to create an S-shaped semiconductor industry chain corridor from Chiayi, Tainan, Kaohsiung, to Pingtung. I believe this goal will be gradually achieved. As for the water, electricity, land, and talent needed by the industry, there is no need to worry. I will lead the Executive Yuan team to meet everyone's needs."
Regarding water resources, President Lai said, "A nearly completed plan will connect Taiwan's reservoirs and dams. The connection project between Kaohsiung and Pingtung is also underway. Pingtung already has abundant underground water. Water is not a problem. Look at how much it's raining today; how could there be a water shortage? The issue is how to retain water, how to allocate it, and how to use it efficiently. Taiwan is not short of water."
On electricity, the President said, "Technology is constantly advancing. Although the scope of electricity use is increasing, energy consumption is decreasing. In the future, due to the power demands of data centers and computing centers, the government will continue to promote various power infrastructure projects."
Regarding land, President Lai stated there is no problem. "Over the past 10 years, the government has developed a total of 1,305 hectares of science parks. If companies cannot find land to invest in Taiwan, the government will address their land needs on a case-by-case basis."
President Lai mentioned that during his tenure as Premier, he promoted the Act for the Recruitment and Employment of Foreign Professionals, allowing international companies to recruit talent from abroad. He emphasized that the development of the technology industry requires international talent, and the Ministry of Labor continues to relax regulations on human resources based on societal needs.
The President emphasized, "I hope all industry partners understand the policies the government is currently promoting. I hope you have confidence in Taiwan. Only then can we establish ourselves in Taiwan, deploy globally, and market our products worldwide." (Editor: Huang Mingxi) 1150612
FAQ
What is the purpose of the Pingtung Science Park Semiconductor Supply Chain Zone?
To cluster the semiconductor supply chain in southern Taiwan and promote balanced regional development.
What did President Lai say about water shortage?
He stated Taiwan is not short of water; the challenge is retention, allocation, and efficient use.
Who attended the groundbreaking ceremony?
President Lai Ching-te, TSMC Chairman Wei Che-chia, and Pingtung County Magistrate Chou Chun-mi.