Korea celebrated its first ‘Semiconductor Day’ recently, in recognition of both the dedication of those working in the industry and also of the significant role that the semiconductor industry has played in the country’s economic growth.
Held on 29th October, the Korea Semiconductor Industry Association celebration was held at the 63 Building International Convention Centre in Seoul and is set to become an annual event fixture every 29th October.
The special day was decreed in recognition of the significant role that the semiconductor industry has played in Korea’s economic growth.
The particular date was chosen to commemorate 29th October 1994 – the year Korea’s semiconductor exports first exceeded $10bn. The country’s exports now exceed $39bn.
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