Taiwan, which produces approximately 90% of the world’s advanced logic chips, is using SEMICON Taiwan 2026 as a platform for chip diplomacy, with 18 national pavilions and representatives from the US and EU in attendance. Taiwanese companies are committing an additional $20 billion in investments in the United States, building on a January 2026 agreement that included approximately $250 billion in investments and an equal amount in government guarantees. TSMC alone has committed approximately $265 billion in Arizona, representing one of the largest foreign direct investments in US history. The European Union is promoting its Chips Act 2.0 to deepen collaboration with Taiwan, recognizing that its semiconductor ambitions require partnerships with countries capable of manufacturing cutting-edge chips at scale. This strategy positions Taiwan as an indispensable player in the artificial intelligence supply chain.
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