Washington: India and the United States are set to establish a new semiconductor fabrication plant named ‘Shakti,’ which aims to be one of the first multi-material fabs dedicated to national security.
US President Joe Biden and Prime Minister Narendra Modi praised this significant agreement, emphasizing its focus on advanced sensing, communication, and power electronics. The plant will play a vital role in next-generation telecommunications and green energy applications.
The facility will be a collaboration involving Bharat Semiconductors, 3rdiTech, and the US Space Force. Expected to be located in Uttar Pradesh, it will concentrate on three critical areas for modern warfare: advanced sensing, communication, and high-voltage power electronics.
The plant will manufacture infrared, gallium nitride, and silicon carbide semiconductors, supported by the India Semiconductor Mission and a strategic technology partnership between Bharat Semi, 3rdiTech, and the US Space Force.
During their meeting, the leaders acknowledged the joint efforts to create resilient and secure semiconductor supply chains. They highlighted the creation of the GF Kolkata Power Center, which will boost research and development in chip manufacturing, contributing to advancements in zero and low-emission vehicles, internet of things devices, AI, and data centers.
Additionally, they noted GlobalFoundries’ plans to pursue long-term cross-border manufacturing and technology partnerships with India, which are expected to generate high-quality jobs in both countries.
The two nations also welcomed the new strategic partnership between the U.S. Department of State and the India Semiconductor Mission, along with the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology, related to the International Technology Security and Innovation (ITSI) Fund.
Furthermore, both countries appreciated the industry's initiatives to build safe and resilient supply chains for the automotive markets in the US, India, and internationally. This includes Ford Motor Company’s intent to use its Chennai plant for exports to global markets.
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