Lai Ching-te: 'Pearl String Plan' for water supply nearing completion to address industry concerns

President Lai Ching-te attended the groundbreaking ceremony for the Pingtung Science Park's semiconductor supply chain zone on Monday. He addressed industry concerns about water, electricity, land, and talent shortages.

Lai stated that his administration is working to meet these demands. He highlighted the "Pearl String Plan," which aims to connect Taiwan's reservoirs and dams, enabling mutual water support between the north and south. This initiative is nearing completion and is intended to resolve the water supply issues worrying the industry.

The president emphasized his commitment to ensuring sufficient resources for industrial development. The plan involves integrating existing water infrastructure to create a more resilient and responsive water management system. This aims to provide a stable supply for the burgeoning semiconductor sector and other key industries.

Lai also touched upon other critical factors for industrial growth, including energy, land availability, and skilled labor. He assured attendees that the government is actively developing strategies to address these needs, fostering an environment conducive to investment and expansion in high-tech sectors.

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We are executing the "Pearl String Plan" for water supply, which is nearing completion.