TSMC Halts Chip Plant Construction in Taiwan Due to Archaeological Find

Discovery of ancient ruins at Chiayi County site prompts suspension and contingency plans for advanced packaging facility.

Construction of TSMC's advanced packaging plant in Chiayi County was suspended after archaeological remains were discovered.
The facility was set to start mass production in 2028, crucial for AI hardware suppliers like Nvidia and AMD.
TSMC has proposed to proceed with the second phase of the plant first, receiving support from local authorities.
The impact on TSMC's production capacity will depend on the size and significance of the archaeological site.
Similar discoveries have previously occurred in Taiwan's science parks, often leading to adjustments in development plans.