SEMICON Taiwan is celebrating its 30th anniversary with its largest-ever scale this year, with the theme “Leading with Collaboration. Innovating with the World.”

The event’s opening ceremony on Wednesday, September 10, at the Taipei Nangang Exhibition Center, was marked by speeches from Taiwan’s Premier Cho Jung-tai, and SEMI President and CEO Ajit Manocha, and followed by a recognition ceremony led by Terry Tsao, Global Chief Marketing Officer and President of Taiwan, SEMI, honoring long-term exhibitors.

Manocha highlighted SEMICON Taiwan’s evolution over the past 30 years into a globally recognized platform at the heart of the semiconductor ecosystem. He noted that AI and quantum computing are ushering in a new chapter for the industry, and stressed that despite geopolitical challenges, semiconductors serve as “the foundation of humanity” and must continue to advance without pause.

Premier Cho welcomed global industry leaders to Taiwan, announcing over NT$30 billion in new investment for the “AI Ten Major Infrastructure” initiative covering silicon photonics, quantum computing, drones, and robotics. He noted Taiwan’s semiconductor output has reached NT$5.3 trillion and is on track to exceed NT$6 trillion, underscoring its commitment to supply chain resilience, global collaboration, and advancing technology in the AI era.

S.C. Chien, Executive Board Director of the Taiwan Semiconductor Industry Association (TSIA) and President of UMC, highlighted the rising importance of semiconductors in today’s fast-changing landscape. He noted that Taiwan’s full value chain generated US$165.6 billion in 2024, underscoring its critical role in the global supply chain. Taiwan’s commitment to innovation and collaboration, he added, continues to propel the industry forward, with SEMICON Taiwan both celebrating technology and affirming a shared vision for the future.

Global Forums Spotlight Innovation and Sustainability

SEMICON Taiwan 2025 hosts over 25 international forums on technology, strategy, and sustainability. The CEO Summit drew strong attention, highlighted by the fireside chat “Navigating What’s Next: Global Opportunities and Taiwan’s Strategic Role” with Dr. Tien Wu, CEO of ASE and Chair of the SEMI International Board Executive Committee, and Cliff Hou, Chairman of TSIA, Jochen Hanebeck, Infineon CEO, and Silicon Valley “chip legend” Jim Keller, delivering rare insights into AI innovation, global collaboration, and Taiwan’s place in the semiconductor landscape.

SEMI and TSIA co-hosted the Semiconductor Sustainability Summit, which explored net-zero pathways, AI-driven carbon reduction, and circular economy solutions, with keynotes from leaders including Dr. Arthur Chuang, Vice President of TSMC. The Summit introduced the SEMI Energy Collaborative and its efforts to advance decarbonization across Asia-Pacific, while the SEMI Forest exhibition highlighted global tree-planting and habitat restoration efforts, showcasing the industry’s tangible commitment to sustainability.

SEMICON Taiwan 2025 is underway through September 12, hosting industry professionals to experience the latest innovations and global exchange.

By: DocMemory
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