HSINCHU (TVBS News) — Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Company (TSMC) unveiled its global research-and-development center in Hsinchu County on July 28, showing its commitment to keeping its roots in Taiwan.
TSMC CEO C.C. Wei pointed out that the world has been questioning "whether TSMC has shifted its focus outward and whether it has stopped all the development in Taiwan."
"The answer is no. The opening of this global R&D center is to tell the people of Taiwan that we will keep our roots in Taiwan," he said.
TSMC's global R&D center has been a significant milestone for the company since its founding 36 years ago. In 2022, TSMC's total research and development expenditure reached US＄5.472 billion, accounting for 7.2% of its revenue. It is expected to exceed 8% this year.
In his speech, founder Morris Chang said TSMC has always insisted on independent technology research and development. He also paid tribute to the R&D and operations teams, as he believes they are the key to TSMC's success.
The opening of the global R&D center will attract more technological talent to join TSMC, showcasing the strength of TSMC in independent research and development.
This is an important milestone for Taiwan's semiconductor industry and demonstrates TSMC's commitment to the future and its continued leadership in the global semiconductor industry.