Members in the News – Qualcomm Taiwan

San Diego based Qualcomm has launched the “Qualcomm Innovation Center, Southern Taiwan,” to provide support training and testing resources for start-ups engaged in 5G, AIoT, O-RAN, small-cell base stations, and robotic tests. According to news reports, it is the second innovation center Qualcomm has opened in Taiwan. AmCham is proud of Qualcomm’s commitment to innovation and entrepreneurship within Taiwan’s technology sector.

Qualcomm Taiwan President S.T. Liew said during the opening ceremony of the center that as a leader in global wireless communications innovation, Qualcomm is eager to work with likeminded partners globally to strengthen technology development and boost the economy.

Additionally, Qualcomm has collaborated with the Kaohsiung Exhibition Center, as well as launching the “Wireless Reach” program to support 5G innovative education.

  • Qualcomm has been a loyal and generous member of AmCham Taiwan for 18 years, and has previously sponsored our annual Hsieh Nien Fan celebrations. More recently, Qualcomm was the cover sponsor for the August 2022 edition of TOPICS magazine, which took an in-depth look at Taiwan’s semiconductor industry.
  • During a recent seminar held by AmCham’s Semiconductor Committee titled “Why Taiwan is an Attractive Place to Invest,” Liew reiterated his belief in Taiwan as a solid international business partner. In addition, he encouraged the Taiwan government to increase their advocacy efforts, particularly internationally. Liew is the founding co-chair of AmCham’s Semiconductor Committee.
  • Qualcomm has also authored parts of our annual White Paper and joined discussions with Taipei and DC government officials.