Trump has made a series of recent statements expressing frustration or skepticism toward Taiwan. He repeatedly accused Taiwan of taking “all our chip business” – an apparent reference to Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Company. He also notes frequently that Taiwan is “9,000 miles away” from the United States and “right next” to China.

The island computer chip and electronics components hub is vulnerable to new import duties, so its economy ministry will advise on possible U.S. states for investment, local laws and help finding partners.

TAIPEI: Taiwan will consider supporting its domestic industry, the government said on Wednesday (Jan 29), after US President Donald Trump warned he will soon place tariffs on overseas-made semiconductor chips.

Taiwan's government will soon look at whether it needs to help its domestic industry over threats by U.S. President Donald Trump to put tariffs on semiconductors, Premier Cho Jung-tai said on Wednesday.