Strategic Growth in Semiconductor Industries

This chapter examines the diverse strategies adopted by China, Japan, Taiwan, and South Korea in developing their semiconductor industries, emphasizing the critical role of government support. It discusses the unique approaches of each country, including Japan's memory chip focus and Taiwan's TSMC model, while also reflecting on China's ongoing challenges and strategic choices. The need for targeted investments and a market-driven mindset in China's semiconductor sector is highlighted, alongside the complexities of fund allocation and technology focus within domestic firms.