➀ TSMC's Chairman Hou expects rare earth reserves to remain stable in the short term;

➁ TSMC is taking steps to reduce its reliance on China for rare earth materials;

➂ The shift reflects broader geopolitical concerns in the semiconductor industry.

➃ Hou emphasizes the importance of securing adequate green energy supply and power stability for the semiconductor industry;

➄ He highlights the role of EUV equipment in energy efficiency and the need for expanding Taiwan's talent pool.