Wu Cheng-wen told Nikkei Asia that "AI sovereignty" is critical and benefits Taiwan's security.
Taiwan is planning to spend about $1 billion a year on artificial intelligence as part of its efforts to shift its economy away from semiconductors.
On Thursday, Taiwan's science and technology minister told Nikkei Asia that the government would spend $3 billion over 3 years to ramp up AI data centers and their computing ability.
AdvertisementThe move comes as the country is not only trying to diversify its economy toward industries like AI, but also away from China.
AdvertisementWu told Nikkei Asia that he is looking forward to cooperating with the US after Trump takes office in January.
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