The 20% problem: why Taiwan's imported equipment parts still carry 70% of the cost

DIGITIMESNovember 1, 2026en

Taiwan can manufacture some of the world's most advanced chips, package them into increasingly complex AI systems, and connect much of the surrounding electronics supply chain within a remarkably small geographic footprint.

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