Trump’s 100% tariff threat on Taiwan chips raises cost, supply chain fears

President Donald Trump has suggested plans to impose tariffs of up to 100% on semiconductors imported from Taiwan, aiming to boost US manufacturing but risking higher costs and supply chain disruptions for tech firms and enterprises.

“In the very near future, we’re going to be placing tariffs on foreign production of computer chips, semiconductors, and pharmaceuticals to return production of these essential goods to the United States of America,” Trump said during a recent address.