TAIPEI (TVBS News) — Minister of Economic Affairs J.W. Kuo (郭智輝) on Tuesday (Oct. 29) assured that Taiwan plans to secure its power supply, emphasizing the complementary relationship with the U.S. in the semiconductor industry. Kuo projected adequate electricity by 2030, addressing concerns over the island's energy future amid growing demands from the artificial intelligence sector.
A day earlier, Delta Electronics (台達電) founder Bruce Cheng (鄭崇華) stressed the necessity of nuclear power for Taiwan to avoid hindering the development of the AI industry. Kuo urged support for Taiwan Power Company's (台電) plant construction and green energy initiatives to bolster the semiconductor sector's growth in Taiwan.
On Tuesday, the Legislative Yuan conducted a special report on the energy mix and electricity pricing policies of the Lai Ching-te (賴清德) administration. Kuo highlighted the government's plans to meet AI industry investment needs amid recent remarks by U.S. presidential candidate Donald Trump accusing Taiwan of stealing the American chip industry. Kuo expressed respect for the views of their "American friends."
In response to media inquiries, Kuo did not rule out the possibility of restarting nuclear energy, stating that the government will execute nuclear-related policies according to regulations. He noted the government's focus on developing new nuclear power and retaining relevant talent and technology.
As Taiwan navigates its energy strategy, the balance between traditional and renewable energy sources remains crucial for sustaining industrial growth and meeting international expectations.
