Japanese leader visits new chip factory, stressing ties with Taiwan and support for key technology

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TOKYO (AP) — Japanese Prime Minister Fumio Kishida visited a new semiconductor plant for which his government has pledged more than 1 trillion yen ($7 billion) of support to secure a steady supply of chips on Saturday. Chase to share customer data with advertisers CC Share Subtitles Off English view video Chase to share customer data with advertisers “I believe this project will have positive ripple effects throughout Japan. It is key for not only the semiconductor industry but also a wide range of businesses such as electric vehicles and electronics,” he said while touring the facility. The new plant...