Semiconductor challenges and opportunities in China. (Viewpoint).(Brief Article)(Statistical Data Included)

Electronic Business Asia, December, 2001 by Ranhoff, David

Much as India did during the last two decades, the Chinese government has launched an effort to become a leader in high technology. Unlike India, however, which primarily focused on training a generation of software designers and programmers, China is hoping to develop a world-class semiconductor industry.

The first challenge China faces is economic. With the cost of building a 300mm fab starting at $1 billion, China must look to foreign investment. To succeed, they will have to create a higher level of confidence among international investors than currently exists. China has made some initial inroads, in cooperation primarily with Japanese and US corporations, and 14 fabs are currently in development or in planning. Becoming a major player in the market,...

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