Samsung Electronics workers announced an 18-day strike after wage negotiations with management collapsed in South Korea. The dispute threatens global semiconductor supplies amid booming AI-driven chip demand. The government warned of major economic losses, while courts imposed restrictions to maintain critical semiconductor operations
India lacks a robust and integrated supply chain for the semiconductor industry, which involves the availability of raw materials, equipment, components, testing facilities and skilled manpower
Following the announcement of new limitations by the administration of US President Joe Biden, the mass departure of American workers has shaken China's semiconductor industry.