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Wednesday 18 December 2024
Chinese solar firm plans Malaysia expansion following US countervailing duty
Days after the US government announced fresh countervailing duties on solar products from Southeast Asian countries, targeting Chinese companies, China-based solar inverter manufacturer...
Wednesday 18 December 2024
Taiwan's triple threat in renewable energy: solar dumping, wind failure, and geothermal concerns
The Taiwan government's unclear position on renewable energy manufacturing has triggered a "race to the bottom" across its clean energy sectors in 2024. The recent controversy over...
Tuesday 17 December 2024
Compeq to begin mass production at new Thailand plant in 1Q25
Taiwan-based tier-1 high-density interconnect (HDI) board maker Compeq Manufacturing has opened its first production base in Southeast Asia located in Thailand. The facility will...
Tuesday 17 December 2024
WT Microelectronics acquires 20% stake in WT Semiconductor to accelerate integration of Singapore subsidiary
IC distributor WT Microelectronics announced on December 16 that it will acquire a 20% stake in WT Semiconductor from Excelpoint founder and CEO Albert Phuay Yong Hen for approximately...
Tuesday 17 December 2024
Chinese EV brands take center stage at Thailand auto show
The Thailand International Motor Expo 2024 showcased 43 brands from nine regions, highlighting Chinese automakers' dominance in the EV sector. Chinese brands capitalized on growing...
Monday 16 December 2024
Compeq sees bright future with LEO expansion and Thai plant launch
Taiwan-based HDI board manufacturer Compeq experienced robust revenue performance in November, driven by the heightened demand for tablets and notebooks, steady shipments of low Earth...
Monday 16 December 2024
HD Renewables, ATE Energy partner with SMGP for 1 GW solar project in Philippines
HD Renewables and ATE Energy have signed a letter of intent with San Miguel Global Power (SMGP), the power generation arm of San Miguel Corporation, to jointly develop a 1-gigawatt...
Monday 16 December 2024
Google to accelerate production shift from China to Vietnam amid US trade tensions
In response to the potential tariffs announced by Donald Trump, Google is expediting its move to shift production from China to Vietnam, aligning with the "China +1" strategy adopted...
Monday 16 December 2024
Jarllytech to expand production capacities in SEA in response to Trump 2.0
With Donald Trump poised to take office in January 2025, the acceleration of supply chain relocation is becoming increasingly evident. Tai-yuan Chang, chairman of Jarllytech, a Taiwan-based...
Monday 16 December 2024
US tightens AI chip export rules, targets Southeast Asia as China's GPU smuggling hub
The Biden Administration is expected to unveil new regulations by the end of the year, targeting China's acquisition of advanced AI chips through third-party nations. These measures...
Friday 13 December 2024
Foxconn subsidiary to expand in Thailand with new factories in Chonburi and Rayong
Foxsemicon Integrated Technology Inc. (FITI), a subsidiary of Foxconn specializing in semiconductor equipment, is expanding its footprint in Thailand with a THB10.5 billion (approx...
Friday 13 December 2024
Chinese SiC substrate firms eye overseas expansion amid domestic woes
Chinese SiC substrate vendors are seeking to expand beyond their home market where prices have collapsed amid severe oversupply, according to industry sources.
Wednesday 11 December 2024
Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang strengthens AI ties in Thailand and Vietnam amid sovereign AI push
Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang recently visited Thailand and Vietnam, continuing his commitment to the region. His visits to Southeast Asia are notable follow-ups from his 2023 trip, indicating...
Tuesday 10 December 2024
Challenges in developing semiconductor industries in emerging countries
In response to the semiconductor shortages caused by the pandemic and the ongoing tensions between the US and China, countries have increasingly focused on strengthening their semiconductor...
Monday 9 December 2024
Southeast Asia's push for EV adoption: strategic policies, investment attraction, and regional challenges
Southeast Asian nations are implementing strategic policies to promote EV adoption and secure a prominent position in the global EV industry by leveraging their regional advantages...