Summary

Taiwan rejected the U.S. proposal to relocate 40% of its semiconductor supply chain, citing the complexity of moving its established ecosystem. Despite U.S. incentives, including tariff reductions and investment opportunities, Taiwan prioritizes its “Silicon Shield” strategy, safeguarding its semiconductor dominance and deterring potential Chinese aggression.

https://www.cnbc.com/2026/02/10/taiwan-chips-us-supply-chain-lutnick-trade-deal.html