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Posted on November 10, 2025
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Taiwan's chip industry is vital for global economy and national defense, says former President Tsai Ing-wen at Berlin conference.
BERLIN (Reuters) -Taiwan's chip industry has become an indispensible part of the global economy and strengthens Taiwan's defence in the face of threats, former Taiwan President Tsai Ing-wen told the Berlin Freedom Conference on Monday.
"Our high-tech sector, particularly in semiconductors, has become an indispensable part of the global economy - in an age where AI also defines power, Taiwan's chip industry also anchors global prosperity," Tsai said in her speech.
"Now, it is such an initiative that helps Taiwan strengthen its defence and societal resilience in the face of threats," she said, adding that Taiwan was willing to share its experience.
"We are also willing to bear our share of the burden and do not take our security partners' support for granted," she said.
Chinese-claimed and democratically governed Taiwan has formal diplomatic ties only with the Vatican in Europe, but countries from Britain and France to Lithuania and Poland have disregarded Beijing's complaints to about visits by acting or former senior Taiwan officials.
(Reporting by Friederike Heine, editing by Thomas Escritt)
The semiconductor industry involves the design and manufacturing of semiconductor devices, which are essential components in electronic devices, enabling functionalities in computers, smartphones, and various technologies.
Societal resilience refers to the ability of a community or society to withstand and recover from adverse situations, such as economic downturns or natural disasters, while maintaining essential functions.
Security partners are entities or organizations that collaborate to enhance security measures, sharing resources and expertise to protect against threats and ensure safety.
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