Miyagi Prefecture is focusing on attracting an advanced semiconductor plant operated by South Korean major SK hynix, while the U.S. government is requesting that the company establish a plant in the country. The South Korean government is reluctant to support the construction of new overseas plants due to concerns over technology outflows.
Miyagi Prefecture is actively pursuing the attraction of an advanced semiconductor plant, positioning it as a new driver of regional economic growth. The U.S. government has also indicated that it is requesting SK hynix establish a plant in the country, but is calling for a cautious approach to the establishment of overseas facilities.
Meanwhile, the South Korean government is reluctant to support the construction of new overseas plants due to concerns over technology outflows, and the interests of the national government, local governments and companies continue to intersect. The Japanese and South Korean chambers of commerce held discussions on the issue in Sendai.
The meeting held in Sendai on the 31st was a regular forum addressing AI and semiconductors, but local governments have shown strong interest, and the status of the attraction efforts and the positions of the governments involved were discussed. The meeting was attended by the Japanese and South Korean chambers of commerce, drawing the attention of local stakeholders.