Philippines vital in chip supply chain

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The Philippines is seen as a critical partner of the US in promoting a resilient semiconductor supply chain, according to US Secretary of State Antony Blinken.

MANILA, Philippines —

The US government wants to strengthen its longstanding partnership with the Philippines in the semiconductor industry. Last November, the US Department of State announced that it would collaborate with the Philippine government to explore opportunities to grow and diversify the global semiconductor ecosystem through the International Technology Security and Innovation Fund, created under the CHIPS Act.

She added that the Philippines is at the top of the list of countries being eyed as potential locations for US companies that want to have a more resilient supply chain. In terms of support the semiconductor industry would need from the US, Viera cited preferential treatment for their products entering the US market and training for the workforce, particularly engineers.

 

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