The semiconductor value chain consists of design, equipment, fabrication, materials, and assembly, each often located in different countries.
No single geography holds every link, so the industry forms coalitions based on trusted relationships.
Concentration of production in a few places creates risk; diversifying through partnerships is considered good practice.
Governments are offering large financial incentives to boost domestic chip capabilities and attract partners.
India’s chip fair brings together over 500 companies from more than 20 countries to showcase new technologies and foster collaboration.
He explained that the chip value chain—design, equipment, fabrication, materials, and assembly—is spread across many nations.
Because a single country cannot control every step, partnerships create reliable supply chains and reduce risks.
Misri highlighted incentives from governments worldwide, such as the United States’ large plan to fund chip development, China’s investments, and Europe’s goals, encouraging companies to collaborate with India.
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