South Korea, one of the world’s most nuclear-reliant nations, has seen nuclear power generation reach historic highs for two consecutive years. Under President Yoon Suk-yeol’s administration, the nation has leaned into nuclear energy, driven by surging global energy costs and mounting pressure to achieve carbon neutrality. This shift positions nuclear energy as a critical component of South Korea’s power mix, with plans to boost nuclear power exports and foster a skilled workforce to support the industry.

Samsung Electronics (Samsung) has released its financial report for the third quarter of 2024, revealing a 14.5% year-over-year decline in operating profit for its Mobile Experience (MX) division. While revenue from new products such as smartphones, tablets, and wearables contributed to growth, rising costs and inflation have dampened demand recovery, leading to decreased profitability.

Global tech giants are increasing their investments in Taiwan, with Micron leading as the largest foreign investor. Over its 30-year presence, Micron has invested more than NT$1 trillion (approx. US$31.2 billion) in Taiwan. As Taiwan emerges as a key AI hub, Micron is prioritizing talent acquisition and optimizing operations locally and globally to strengthen its supply chain.