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SEMI Europe announced the signing of a new two‑year Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Polish‑Taiwanese Chamber of Commerce, establishing a strategic partnership to advance semiconductor industry development and support the green transition across the sector. The agreement strengthens cooperation between these regions at a pivotal moment for global semiconductor expansion.
The MoU provides a collaborative framework aimed at fostering economic ties, enabling business growth, supporting joint initiatives, and reinforcing existing connections that contribute to the competitiveness and sustainability of the semiconductor ecosystem.
“This partnership marks an important milestone in deepening economic collaboration and creating new opportunities for businesses across Europe,” said Laith Altimime, President of SEMI Europe. “By combining our expertise and resources, we aim to foster collaboration, drive innovation, and deliver meaningful value to our members.”
Key areas of cooperation under the MoU include:
- Exchange of knowledge and expertise, including access to expert cooperation, where relevant.
- Joint organisation and support of events, meetings, and delegations that promote economic ties and encourage industry dialogue.
- Mutual promotion of initiatives across communication channels and networks.
- Consultation on policy‑related matters, such as joint recommendations and positions for governmental and institutional stakeholders.
- Support in developing analytical materials, including reports, analyses, and expert resources.
“Our partnership with SEMI Europe, an organisation representing more than 3,000 global members, has significant potential to accelerate industry growth and attract new semiconductor investments to Poland,” said Agnieszka Sygitowicz, President of the Polish‑Taiwanese Chamber of Commerce. “It reflects our shared commitment to positioning Poland as an attractive destination for advanced technology development.”
“Today’s agreement symbolizes our mutual trust and the strong foundation on which we intend to build even deeper cooperation,” Sygitowicz added. “We look forward to working closely together to advance shared ambitions and promote long‑term economic prosperity.”
The Polish‑Taiwanese Chamber of Commerce serves as a dynamic bridge between these regions, fostering economic and cultural collaboration as well as supporting new partnerships between member companies in both regions. The Chamber supports initiatives in emerging technologies, including autonomous vehicle development as well as energy transformation to strengthen innovation and global competitiveness.
Agnieszka Sygitowicz, President of the Polish-Taiwanese Chamber of Commerce and Laith Altimime, President of SEMI Europe
