TSMC’s Nanjing Chip Facility Gets US Approval

In a recent development, the US government has granted TSMC an annual license for importing US chip manufacturing equipment to its facilities in Nanjing, China. This license ensures smooth fab operations and product deliveries. Previous restrictions under the Trump administration’s export policies have now been lifted, allowing TSMC and other major players like Samsung Electronics and SK Hynix to receive import licenses. However, end-user status privileges expired on December 31, 2025, prompting the need for US export licenses. TSMC’s noteworthy achievement includes the commencement of mass production of advanced 2nm chips. These chips represent a significant leap in semiconductor technology,…