Taiwan’s TSMC opens its first plant in Japan as part of global expansion

Chip giant Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Co. opened Saturday in an official ceremony its first semiconductor plant in Japan as part of its ongoing global expansion.

We are deeply grateful for the seamless support provided by you at every step, TSMC Chairman Mark Liu said after thanking the Japanese government, local community and business partners, including electronic giant Sony and auto-parts maker Denso. The company’s founder Morris Chang, was also present.

This comes as Japan is trying to regain its presence in the chip production industry.