S3B kicks off drive for 15-year sovereign chip strategy


David Allen
Reporter

Australia’s semiconductor industry is falling short of its economic potential, held back by gaps in its technology stack and the absence of a coordinated national strategy, according to a new discussion paper.

The paper, released this week, argues that the country lacks manufacturing capacity and robust supply chains, creating a “missing middle” that stops its strong research, design and materials capabilities translating into real growth.

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