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Saturday 6 September 2025
South Korea plans to cut wafer material tariffs to 0% to strengthen its semiconductor cost advantage
The South Korean government is reportedly pushing to reduce tariffs on key imported materials used in semiconductor wafer production to 0% by 2026. Amid the US' announcement of a...
Friday 5 September 2025
Commentary: As Trump heightens global tensions, Taiwan needs to consider industrial policy responses
US President Donald Trump's imposition of reciprocal tariffs and aggressive "Make America Great Again" measures has deepened political and economic rifts even among allies, undermining...
Friday 5 September 2025
SKT launches massive AI data center to recover from cyberattack fallout
South Korean telecom giant SK Telecom (SKT) is doubling down on its artificial intelligence (AI) investments in the wake of a major hacking incident. The company has officially begun...
Friday 5 September 2025
China's EV price war defies govt control, complicating EU tariff strategy
Beijing's attempts to curb fierce price competition within China's electric vehicle (EV) market have yielded minimal results, according to industry sources and analysts. The Chinese...
Friday 5 September 2025
Japan’s 2026 drone budget surges to record-high US$2.13 billion
Japan’s Ministry of Defense announced in late August its defense budget proposal for fiscal year 2026 (April 2026 to March 2027), reaching a record high of JPY 8.8454 trillion...
Friday 5 September 2025
Rexon Technology pivots to drones, capturing global market share
Taiwan-based Rexon Technology is making significant strides in the unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) market by leveraging its expertise in motors and power systems. At a recent earnings...
Friday 5 September 2025
Hyundai hydrogen vision challenged by South Korea's shrinking budget
Hyundai Motor Group recently participated in the 16th Clean Energy Ministerial (CEM16), emphasizing the necessity of establishing a hydrogen energy ecosystem and reinforcing its position...
Thursday 4 September 2025
Japan demands state control over Rapidus for US$672 million funding
Japan's Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry (METI) has launched a public call for proposals to fund domestic chipmakers as part of a revised Information Processing Promotion Act...
Thursday 4 September 2025
India clears incentive scheme to boost critical mineral recycling
India has approved an incentive scheme worth INR15 billion (US$180 million) to expand the country's capacity to recycle critical minerals from secondary sources. The six-year program,...
Thursday 4 September 2025
Korean industry sees US VEU revocations as rare earth talk leverage
Analysts say the US government's decision to revoke Verified End-User (VEU) authorizations for semiconductor equipment exports to Samsung Electronics and SK Hynix's Chinese factories...
Thursday 4 September 2025
Taiwan govt stresses cooperation as US strips TSMC Nanjing's VEU
The US has revoked TSMC Nanjing's Verified End-User status, effective as of the end of 2024, requiring case-by-case approval for US equipment imports. Taiwan's Economic Minister Kung...
Thursday 4 September 2025
Odisha secures semiconductor deals at Semicon India 2025
Odisha emerged as a key player in India's semiconductor landscape at Semicon India 2025, securing multiple high-value investment commitments and unveiling ambitious manufacturing...
Wednesday 3 September 2025
Sluggish China market fuels global smartphone sales pessimism
China's smartphone shipments fell nearly 4% in the first half of 2025 compared to the same period in 2024, despite government initiatives aimed at stimulating demand through purchase...
Wednesday 3 September 2025
MicroLED technology opens new opportunities for equipment makers
MicroLED is regarded as the next-generation display technology, with Taiwan leading global development due to strong semiconductor and display integration, plus government support...
Wednesday 3 September 2025
Commodity Tax Act amendment may threaten already sluggish electric motorcycle sales, says Gogoro
The recent amendment to the Commodity Tax Act has injected new momentum into the growth of fuel-powered motorcycles, but not the electric motorcycle market. Data from manufacturers...