On Thursday, Seoul announced that U.S. semiconductor companies will invest $13 billion in South Korea, reinforcing the strategic tech partnership of both countries.
The deal comes as Washington and Seoul deepen cooperation to secure supply chains and reduce reliance on China. The Ministry of Trade, Industry and Energy of South Korea defines the investment as targeted at the production of advanced chips and AI-oriented research and the ability to withstand supply chains.
The announcement coincides with global competition in semiconductor dominance, as countries race to control critical technologies underpinning defence and digital economies. Officials reported the move as a “landmark commitment,” cementing South Korea’s role as a central hub in the U.S.-led semiconductor alliance.
