The 2024 Asia-Pacific (Shandong) Advanced Semiconductor Forum was held in Qingdao from Dec 12 to 13, bringing together nearly 300 industry leaders and experts to explore technological trends and share innovations.
The 2024 Asia-Pacific Advanced Semiconductor Forum is held in Qingdao from Dec 12 to 13. [Photo provided to chinadaily.com.cn]
Attending were Sui Bin, deputy director of the Qingdao FTZ Administrative Committee, Xu Hua from the Shandong Development and Reform Commission, Yu Shan from the China Semiconductor Industry Association, and Ge Jiannan, president of the Shandong Semiconductor Association.
Representatives from China Resources Microelectronics, Shandong Boshen Microelectronics, and Qingdao Sifang Sirui Intelligent shared their latest technologies and discussed industry trends.
The 2024 Asia-Pacific Advanced Semiconductor Forum is held in Qingdao from Dec 12 to 13. [Photo provided to chinadaily.com.cn]
Qingdao prioritizes the growth of its integrated circuit (IC) industry. Established in November 2022, the Qingdao IC Industrial Park spans about 903 hectares, focusing on manufacturing, packaging, testing, and R&D. It has attracted 40 enterprises with a total investment of 179.3 billion yuan ($24.62 billion), forming a strong industrial cluster. In 2023, the park ranked 14th among China's top IC parks, boosting Qingdao's global industry competitiveness.
The forum energized global semiconductor cooperation and innovation. Moving forward, Qingdao FTZ will foster industry collaboration, drive technological advancement, and create a platform that positions it as a key hub for China's IC industry.
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