The Japanese and U.S. governments are set to begin working-level discussions on an investment in a semiconductor plant in the United States worth several trillion yen. GlobalFoundries is expected to operate the plant receiving the investment, and the possibility of full funding by Japan has also been mentioned.
The Japanese and U.S. governments are reportedly planning to hold working-level discussions on a semiconductor plant investment project in the United States worth several trillion yen. Details including the specific investment amount, location and technology selection remain undecided, and the project is reportedly not yet formally approved.
There is growing speculation that the new plant will be operated by U.S. foundry major GlobalFoundries. GF could become a supply base for mature and specialty processes, with arrangements expected to be put in place to meet local demand.
The Japanese government is seeking the development of conditions, including measures to encourage participation in the supply chain, and aims to provide incentives such as encouraging Japanese companies to supply manufacturing equipment and materials and make use of their local subsidiaries. Attention is focused on how the discussions will progress following developments after the Japan-U.S. summit meeting.
The investment amount and specific timing have not been determined at this stage, and the focus will be on how discussions between Japanese and U.S. officials develop.