India reportedly to offer US$5 billion incentive to boost electronics manufacturing

India is preparing to roll out a new set of incentives worth up to US$5 billion, aiming to encourage companies to manufacture electronic components domestically. Designed by India’s electronics ministry, this initiative targets the production of parts for various gadgets, ranging from mobile phones to laptops. This move is part of India’s broader strategy to strengthen its electronics industry and reduce dependency on Chinese imports.

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Prosecutors appeal, seeking five-year sentence for Samsung chairman

Jae-yong Lee, chairman of Samsung Electronics (Samsung), was indicted in September 2020 on charges related to illegal inheritance and management practices. He has faced judicial risks for nearly four years, coupled with recent deteriorating performance in Samsung’s core semiconductor business and insufficient technological competitiveness, the company’s crisis is more severe than ever.

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