Singapore is known to be a prominent financial and technology hub in the region. Still, when it comes to the semiconductor supply chain, the city-state has been dwarfed by its regional peers. But things may be changing.

Walter Kuijpers, Partner, Advisory at KPMG in Singapore shares his insights on why big western chipmakers and related suppliers are moving to ramp up production here as they work to meet growth in demand in the medium to long term and spread their supply chain risks.

Singapore is known to be a prominent financial and technology hub in the region. Still, when it comes to the semiconductor supply chain, the city-state has been dwarfed by its regional peers. But things may be changing.
Walter Kuijpers, Partner, Advisory at KPMG in Singapore shares his insights on why big western chipmakers and related suppliers are moving to ramp up production here as they work to meet growth in demand in the medium to long term and spread their supply chain risks.

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Start your day with the stories shaping Singapore &mdash; and your place in it.
Join Neil Humphreys and Audrey Siek as they cover the biggest headlines, trending topics, and everyday conversations, unpacked through fresh perspectives, expert insights, and engaging discussion. From current affairs and social issues to lifestyle trends and community voices, each segment offers a different lens on what&rsquo;s happening &mdash; and what&rsquo;s worth your attention.
And it&rsquo;s not just talk &mdash; it&rsquo;s your voice. Through polls, messages, and live call-ins, listeners are part of the conversation, sharing their views and shaping the discussion in real time. With a mix of clarity, curiosity, and personality, Let&rsquo;s Talk, Singapore keeps you informed, connected, and ready for the day ahead.

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Why It Matters: Reasons behind Chip industry doubling down on Singapore as a production hub