Singapore's Chip Industry Faces 100% Tariff Threat
Published on 8.8.25
Singapore's semiconductor industry is at risk due to a potential 100% tariff imposed by the US on imported chips. Economists warn of supply chain disruption, rising costs, and unpredictability in global trade flows if the tariff is applied broadly. Singapore's industry is deeply integrated into global value chains, with the US remaining a key market. The government is cautious, while experts like OCBC chief economist Selena Ling and US politics expert Steven Okun express concerns about the impact of the tariffs on manufacturing hubs, including Singapore.