Key Facts & Market Volume
- In 2024, Taiwan's semiconductor industry achieved a record output of approximately USD 152.7 billion, marking a significant milestone in its growth trajectory.
- Taiwan is responsible for producing 90% of the world's AI servers, underscoring its critical role in global AI infrastructure. In 2023, Taiwan's server industry generated EUR 13.16 billion in revenue, reflecting a 103 percent increase compared to the previous year.
- The Taiwanese government has elevated AI to a strategic priority, aiming to train 200,000 AI engineers over the next four years. Tax-deductible R&D expenditures for AI are set to increase from EUR 281 million to EUR 506 million, and the Digital Ministry plans to allocate around EUR 300 million to AI startups over the next decade.
- Taiwan's data center market, valued at USD 1.85 billion in 2024, is projected to reach USD 2.94 billion by 2030, driven by AI-related investments.
- Major U.S. companies such as Google, Nvidia, AWS, and Microsoft have already announced large-scale investments to establish AI data centers in Taiwan
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152.7 billion USD
of output value achieved by Taiwan's semiconductor industry in 2024
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90% of the world's AI servers
are produced by Taiwanese companies
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200,000 AI engineers
to be trained over the next four years
Important Areas for Collaboration
Latest Trends
Taiwan is strengthening its role as a global AI and semiconductor hub through major investments in AI supercomputing infrastructure and international partnerships. Companies like Nvidia, Google, and Microsoft are expanding local operations, while the government supports this growth with funding and talent development. A recent agreement between the Taiwan AI Center of Excellence and Germany’s DFKI signals a new chapter of cross-border R&D collaboration.
Potential for German Companies
Taiwan’s tech ecosystem presents strong opportunities for German firms in semiconductor equipment, AI-enabled industrial solutions, and smart manufacturing technologies. The government’s push for AI talent and software innovation opens doors for partnerships in training programs and applied research. German companies can tap into this dynamic environment to drive innovation, co-development, and market expansion.
Key Players & Partners active in Taiwan
Contact
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Nico Cron
Senior Manager Market Entry Market Entry & Business Development
+886-2-7735-7506 cron.nico@taiwan.ahk.de
