Ramtin Arablou, a producer from ThruLine, dives into Taiwan's critical semiconductor industry, often dubbed the 'Silicon Shield' amidst rising geopolitical tensions. He discusses Taiwan's transformation from an agricultural economy to a tech powerhouse, driven by visionary leaders and U.S. support during the Cold War. The narrative also explores personal journeys of engineers returning to enhance Taiwan's tech landscape, amid competition from global players like Japan. The episode poignantly illustrates how semiconductors are pivotal not just to tech, but to international relations.
