Industry overview
- Global industrial output ranking
- #19
- industrial added value
- 2,870billion US dollars
- of which manufacturing
- 2,340billion US dollars
- land area
- 3.6million square kilometers
- population
- 2,340Thousands of people
- official language
- Mandarin (Chinese)
Main industrial sectors
Semiconductor
A complete cluster of wafer foundry, IC design and packaging and testing is a key node in the global electronics industry.
Electronic components
Passive components, connectors, printed circuit boards, panels and optoelectronic components are supplied worldwide.
petrochemical
Light oil cracking and downstream plastic, rubber, and artificial fiber raw materials are concentrated in Kaohsiung and Yunlin.
Steel and Metal
A cluster of consistently operating steel mills and downstream metal processing, fasteners and hand tool industries.
Machinery and Machine Tools
The precision machinery and machine tool clusters in Taichung and Changhua supply the global demand for processing equipment.
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- Industrial added value (2024)
- $287 billion
- Of which manufacturing (2024)
- $234 billion
- Global industrial output ranking
- #19
- land area
- 36,000 square kilometers
- population
- 23.4 million people
- Main industrial sectors
- Semiconductors, electronic components, petrochemicals, steel and metals, machinery and machine tools
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FAQ
What are the most important industrial sectors in Taiwan?
Taiwan's most important industrial sectors include: semiconductors, electronic components, petrochemicals, steel and metals, machinery and machine tools.
What are the main industry opportunities for Taiwanese companies?
Taiwan's industries are dominated by semiconductors, electronic components, petrochemicals, steel and metals, machinery and machine tools. Local companies can rely on these industrial foundations to seize domestic demand and regional trade opportunities.
Where does this data come from and how often is it updated?
Data comes from the World Bank's World Development Indicators (WDI) 2024 edition (updated), which is updated annually.
What are the main challenges facing Taiwan’s industrial sector?
Taiwan's industry has a foundation in the fields of semiconductors, electronic components, petrochemicals, steel and metals, machinery and machine tools. Common challenges include increasing the added value of manufacturing, strengthening local supply chains, and promoting regional integration, which vary by industry.
Data source: World Bank World Development Indicators (WDI, 2024, updated edition). Industrial added value = mining industry + manufacturing industry + electricity/gas/water supply + construction industry, calculated in current US dollars. Last update: 2026-10-08