"Supply Chain Strategy and Economic Security in a Geopolitical Era: The Case of TSMC’s Expansion into Japan" with Dr. Wen-Chieh Lee
Join the Centre for Japanese Research (CJR) for a n engaging talk with Dr. Wen-Chieh Lee\, a leading economi st and scholar at National Chengchi University\, as he explores the strateg ic\, economic\, and geopolitical implications of Taiwan Semiconductor Manuf acturing Company’s (TSMC) expansion into Japan.
In this session\, Dr. Lee will present his insights and on-the-ground perspectives from his rece nt research\, including interviews with key stakeholders such as the former governor of Kumamoto Prefecture. He will unpack the motivations behind TSM C’s investment in Kyushu\, Japan\, and examine how this move reflects broad er trends in global supply chain realignment\, economic security\, and regi onal industrial policy in a shifting geopolitical landscape.
Drawing on his diverse background in both academia and industry\, including prior e xperience as a Trade Marketing Manager at Unilever\, Dr. Lee brings a uniqu e lens to topics like market integration\, outsourcing\, innovation\, and r esource allocation. His work not only addresses theoretical dimensions but is deeply informed by real-world dynamics and policymaking.
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peaker Profile:
Dr. Lee received his Ph.D. in Economics from
Washington University in St. Louis in May 2012. He is currently affiliated
with National Chengchi University in Taipei. His research interests include
growth and development\, macroeconomic theory\, industrial organization\,
corporate finance\, and market integration. Dr. Lee has also worked as a Tr
ade Marketing Manager at Unilever. His professional experience informs his
research on economic integration\, outsourcing\, and venture capital. In ad
dition\, Dr. Lee supervises graduate and doctoral students\, guiding resear
ch on resource misallocation\, innovation\, and industrial dynamics. His me
ntorship has shaped the academic careers of many emerging economists.