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FlowBank's hand-curated fresh financial news [header_noDither] TSMC Sparks Semiconductor Surge in Japan with New Plant Opening Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Company (TSMC), the world's leading contract chipmaker, has inaugurated its first semiconductor plant in Japan as part of its strategy to diversify its manufacturing bases amid escalating U.S.-China trade tensions. The new facility, located in Kumamoto, is part of a broader initiative to bolster Japan's semiconductor capabilities, with TSMC also planning a second plant in the country. This move comes as Japan seeks to revive its semiconductor industry and reduce reliance on foreign chipmakers. TSMC's expansion into Japan, which includes a significant investment from the Japanese government and partnerships with companies like Sony and Denso, is expected to create over 3,400 jobs and enhance semiconductor production for various applications, including automotive and high-performance computing. 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