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‘Semiconductor paradox’ defines next chip boom, says director of Singapore’s SSIA
Ang Wee Seng told attendees at the 2025 Advanced Packaging Developers Conference (APDC) that the industry must strengthen collaboration and local networks to navigate geopolitical and resource challenges as it moves toward a projected US$1 trillion market by 2030.
Innovation is key for Singapore’s semicon sector to ride, not be swept by, wave of tech breakthroughs: Chee Hong Tat
Singapore’s semiconductor sector must stay agile amid AI, quantum and geopolitical shifts. Innovation, workforce transformation, and tripartite collaboration will strengthen talent pipelines, boost Industry 4.0 adoption, and secure future competitiveness.
S’pore’s semiconductor, electronics sector needs to stay agile amid tech disruptions: Chee Hong Tat
Singapore’s semiconductor industry must innovate and upskill to stay competitive amid AI and chip demand. SSIA’s new MOU with UWEEI will equip 35,000 workers with future-ready skills, driving Industry 4.0 transformation.
Chen Shilong: The semiconductor talent shortage is expected to intensify, and my country needs to establish a robust talent pool
At SSIA’s 20th anniversary dinner, Minister Tan See Leng urged stronger talent reserves, highlighted AI, advanced packaging, and presented Workforce Transformation Awards to firms and individuals driving workforce upskilling.
Singapore ready to share decades of semiconductor knowledge, skills with India: SSIA’s Ang Wee Seng
At Semicon India 2025, Ang Wee Seng highlighted Singapore’s mature semiconductor ecosystem and SSIA’s efforts to share knowledge, upskill talent, and support India’s semiconductor ambitions.
Northern Vietnam province Bac Ninh pledges favorable conditions for Singaporean semiconductor investors
Bac Ninh’s leadership vowed a stable and transparent environment for Singaporean semiconductor firms. Ang Wee Seng underscored that semiconductors account for nearly 7% of Singapore’s GDP, highlighting potential for regional collaboration.
US’ 100% semiconductor tariff: Singapore firms likely to be hit, with ripple effects on supporting industries: The Singapore Semiconductor Industry Association says the sentiment is one of “cautious watchfulness” as firms wait for more information.
The Singapore Semiconductor Industry Association (SSIA) said companies are aware of the announcement, but given the lack of “detailed policy guidance”, most are still assessing the potential impact.
Singapore semiconductor firms exposed to planned US tariff, impact may vary: analysts
SSIA’s Ang Wee Seng highlighted vulnerabilities among local firms as they brace for planned US chip tariffs, with potential effects on supply chains and exports.
Close collaboration with Govt vital for semiconductor industry to stay resilient: Alvin Tan
At an SSIA event on Jul 10, Minister of State Alvin Tan stressed that close collaboration between government and local semiconductor companies is crucial to resilience amid global uncertainty. The event also marked the signing of an MoU between SSIA, Nanyang Polytechnic, and AI Singapore to groom AI engineering talent for the semiconductor sector.
Chip in to shape Singapore’s semiconductor ambitions
Ang Wee Seng discusses Singapore’s evolving ambitions in the semiconductor industry and its strategic role in strengthening the national economy.
Chip players open more doors for ITE students despite mixed views
Ang Wee Seng shares SSIA’s strategy in engaging ITE students to inspire interest in the semiconductor industry, despite mixed perceptions.