TSMC is experiencing more success in constructing facilities in Japan compared to the United States. The company is set to open its first fabrication plant in Kyushu, Japan, with plans for a second plant in the same area. This is in stark contrast to TSMC’s struggles in America, where the production start dates for its Arizona plants have been delayed multiple times. The company also faced labor disputes in Arizona, which were eventually resolved with a commitment to hire and train local workers. In Japan, labor activism is less common, contributing to a smoother construction process. Both the Japanese and American governments are keen on expanding chip production domestically and are enlisting the help of foreign companies. The differences in labor relations and activism between the two countries offer insight into the diverging experiences of TSMC in Japan and America.
Source: www.economist.com