TSMC plans to invest $100 billion in the US to expand its semiconductor production, including building five new facilities, creating 40,000 construction jobs. The investment aims to support AI and smartphones. Taiwanese officials will review this investment to ensure it aligns with their interests. Trump continues to push for increased US manufacturing amid tariff pressures.
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