Regarding the construction of Japan's second semiconductor factory in Kumamoto Prefecture by Taiwan's TSMC, the world's largest contract manufacturer of semiconductors, Minister of Economy, Trade and Industry Saito said, ``I would like to welcome the decision to make a major investment.'' He expressed his expectations for the strengthening of the semiconductor supply chain, which is becoming more and more resilient.
On the 6th of this month, TSMC announced that it will build Japan's second semiconductor factory in Kumamoto Prefecture and aim to start operations by the end of 2027.In addition to the Sony Group and others, Toyota Motor Corporation will be the operating company for the factory. I have decided to invest.
Regarding this, Minister of Economy, Trade and Industry Saito said at a press conference after the Cabinet meeting on the 9th, ``I would like to welcome the decision by each company, including TSMC, to make a major investment.In particular, Toyota, which is a large customer of semiconductors, has decided to make a new investment. What we have done will also contribute to strengthening the strength of Japan's automobile supply chain."
Furthermore, he stated, ``I hope that it will have a major ripple effect on the local economy from the perspective of creating quality jobs and investment,'' adding that if TSMC receives an application for support, the government will We have indicated that we will make a decision after careful examination.