INTERVIEW / Trump claim on 'stolen' chips a misunderstanding: Presidential advisor
02/19/2025 09:59 PM
A senior advisor to Taiwan's president said the claim by U.S. President Donald Trump that Taiwan "stole" the United States' chip business is a misunderstanding, stressing that Taiwan's semiconductor success has been a crucial element in helping the U.S. maintain its technological edge.
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