Robert O'Brien

2 mn readA former US national security advisor has stated that the US would take drastic action to protect Taiwan’s semiconductor factories in the event of a Chinese invasion. Robert O’Brien, who served under the Trump administration, emphasized the importance of ensuring these facilities do not fall into Chinese hands. Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Company (TSMC) is the world’s largest chipmaker, holding a staggering 90% of the market for advanced processors. The chips it produces are found in everyday devices such as phones and cars, as well as highly advanced technologies like machine learning and guided missiles.