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Any Silicon November 9, 2026 By anysilicon neutral

The History of SMIC: China’s Rise in Semiconductor Manufacturing

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Semiconductor Manufacturing International Corporation (SMIC) is one of the most important companies in the development of China&#8217;s semiconductor industry. Founded in Shanghai in 2000 by Taiwanese semiconductor executive Richard Chang, SMIC emerged with an ambitious objective: to establish a world-class semiconductor foundry capable of competing with established manufacturers such as Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Company (TSMC).<br
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