Chip Boom: Trump's $100B Taiwan Deal

The article discusses the escalating tensions between the US and China, focusing on the advanced chip manufacturing industry. It argues that the US is pushing for a decoupling from China in critical technological sectors, particularly semiconductors. The article highlights the US government's efforts to encourage and pressure companies like Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Company (TSMC) to establish chip manufacturing facilities within the United States. This is driven by concerns over national security and economic competitiveness. The article points out the significant financial incentives and political pressure being exerted on TSMC, noting that the initial announcement of TSMC's Arizona plant was made unilaterally by the Trump administration, bypassing standard Taiwanese regulatory procedures. The author views these developments as a dangerous escalation of economic and geopolitical conflict, highlighting the risk of a potential military confrontation over Taiwan. find the original article here: https://www.wsws.org/en/articles/2025/03/09/bahm-m09.html