US (Washington Insider Magazine) – The United States must adopt a comprehensive approach to secure its semiconductor supply chain, ensuring military readiness and technological dominance in an era of geopolitical tensions.
Key Challenges & Solutions:
- Supply chain vulnerabilities:
- High-end defense chips face severe delays (lead times up to 99 weeks).
- Low-end chip production is ceded to China, leading to obsolescence risks.
- Strategic Actions Required:
- Prioritize semiconductor access for defense, aerospace, and critical industries.
- Expand domestic packaging and manufacturing capabilities via CHIPS Act funding.
- Accelerate defense modernization with flexible contracts and advanced technologies.
- Invest in workforce development to build a skilled talent pipeline.
