Samsung Electro-Mechanics (Semco) has commenced mass production at its ABF substrate plant in Vietnam, following a KRW 1 trillion (US$ 720 million) investment announced in 2021. This milestone, achieved after 2.5 years, positions the company to compete in the burgeoning AI semiconductor substrate market

Singapore is attracting major semiconductor investments, thanks to its strong labor force, advanced research capabilities, and solid manufacturing infrastructure

Malaysia is fast becoming a semiconductor hub in Southeast Asia, with efforts being devoted particularly to expanding its advanced packaging, IC design, and AI sectors