Europe pours billions into chip industry to boost strategic autonomy

Infineon announces €1.1B investment in its Austrian site, with state subsidies covering hundreds of millions. Across Europe, similar semiconductor projects are receiving public funding. The move reflects a broader EU push to reduce dependence on Asian chip supply, though the effectiveness of such subsidies in achieving strategic independence remains uncertain.

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