📊Executive Summary

Taiwan's semiconductor industry is currently facing a significant labor shortage of 34,000 workers as of May 2025, according to a report by the Industrial Technology Research Institute (ITRI). This shortage is attributed to the industry's rapid expansion and increased investment in advanced semiconductor processes. Key job categories in demand include production, quality control, research and development, and technical support. The report highlights a growing need for skilled labor in the semiconductor sector, which is crucial as Taiwan dominates the global foundry market and produces a substantial portion of the world's AI chips. This labor gap poses potential risks for procurement teams as it may affect production timelines and capacity in the semiconductor supply chain....