Taiwan - Major expansion in facilities and technology

Written 09.12.2003 14:57 by Ciara Howie Print Send article

Broadcom Corp. recently revealed its plans to build a new $800 million R&D center in Taiwan. This is not only a significant financial boost to Taiwan?s high-tech chip cluster, but it marks a major advance for the region ? as this will be the first facility of its kind in the Asia-Pacific region.

Company representatives identified the region?s strong local industry, educational and R&D capabilities as key reasons to invest in Taiwan. Broadcom?s chairman forecasts a 30 to 40 percent growth rate in the industry over the next year and believes that locating in Taiwan will strengthen his international position in the market.

To read more about Taiwan?s Chip Clusters click here. The project is sponsored by the Industrial Development Bureau ? Semiconducter Industry Promotion Office.