China is said to have the world's largest semiconductor production capacity, surpassing Taiwan and South Korea, which were previously the leading hubs. The article explains the factors behind China's growth and the current situation in each region.
The article raises the question of which countries and regions produce semiconductors, and where. It seeks to explain how China has come to lead in production capacity by examining the areas of expertise and roles of various regions.
Based on analysis by experts in economic security, including Professor Suzuki of the University of Tokyo, it organizes the strengths and challenges of each region and explores why China exceeds other regions in total manufacturing capacity.
Against this backdrop, it examines the potential impact of China's expansion on the global semiconductor supply chain and how the positions of traditional major hubs such as Taiwan and South Korea may change going forward.