China’s No 2 foundry Hua Hong invests US$2b to expand capacity amid AI demand
- Posted on September 2, 2026
- By South China Morning Post
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Hua Hong Semiconductor, China's second-largest foundry manufacturer, is deploying $2 billion in capital expenditure to scale semiconductor production capacity. This strategic expansion addresses surging global demand for AI chips and advanced computing infrastructure. The investment leverages a joint venture partnership with state-controlled entities under China's National Integrated Circuit Industry Investment Fund, strengthening domestic chip manufacturing capabilities and reducing reliance on foreign suppliers during an era of intensified semiconductor geopolitics.
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