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Forging Taiwan's Silicon Shield

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Navigating Semiconductor Challenges

This chapter explores the competitive dynamics of the semiconductor market during the late 1970s and 1980s, focusing on the U.S.-Japan tensions and Japan's production dominance. It details an individual's strategic efforts to secure contracts amidst complex international relations, notably capitalizing on opportunities with companies like Nintendo.

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