Lu Shiow-yen: TSMC's Investment Plan in Taichung Unchanged

(CNA Reporter Chao Li-yen, Taichung, 18th) Taichung Mayor Lu Shiow-yen said today that TSMC's investment plan in Taichung has already started construction, with the first plant of the second phase expected to be completed in 2027. If there are any changes to the plan in the future, "it won't be Taichung." TSMC's seven plants in Taichung, spanning phases one and two, should become the largest R&D and production cluster in Taiwan. Kuomintang (KMT) Taichung City Councilor Su Po-hsing asked at the Taichung City Council this morning whether Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Company's (TSMC) factory construction plan in Taichung would change after the meeting between US President Donald Trump and Chinese President Xi Jinping. Lu Shiow-yen replied that TSMC's orders are currently full until after 2030, and it is building wafer fabs not only in Taiwan but also around the world. Lu said that even if Trump wants to continue moving some of TSMC's production capacity to the United States, it won't be from Taichung. Even if there are changes, TSMC will adjust with its future plans, "it won't be Taichung." Lu Shiow-yen stated that TSMC is building four fabs in its second phase in Taichung, featuring the 1.4-nanometer advanced process, which is the most advanced in Taiwan. The central and Taichung city governments assisted TSMC with swift approval, and construction started last year and is proceeding smoothly. Furthermore, Lu said that both public and industrial sectors need water and electricity. For Taiwan's industry to develop highly, the nation must guarantee sufficient water and energy resources. Industrial use of water and electricity is related to and competes with residential use, so she hopes the national government will continue to make efforts in this area. (Editor: Li Ming-tsung) 1150518