In the case of semiconductors, tariffs may be counter-productive, which is why American chipmakers must advocate for less draconian measures
Donald Trump’s latest proposal to impose tariffs as high as 100 percent on semiconductors imported from Taiwan may sound like a straightforward solution to boosting domestic manufacturing, but for those who understand the complexities of the industry, it’s a reckless move that could do more harm than good.
Tech executives cannot afford to stay silent. Now is the time to engage with policymakers and educate them on the severe consequences such tariffs would have on the very companies they claim to be protecting.