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Samsung Group To Invest US$90 Billion In South Korea’s Central Region As AI Chip Race Accelerates

Seoul, 2 July 2026 – Samsung Group is set to invest about 140 trillion won, or roughly US$90 billion, in South Korea’s central Chungcheong region, reinforcing the country’s push to secure a stronger position in the global artificial intelligence, semiconductor and advanced display supply chain.

The investment plan places Chungcheong at the centre of Samsung’s next industrial expansion phase, with major spending expected across high-bandwidth memory, advanced semiconductor back-end processing, next-generation displays and battery-related manufacturing capabilities.

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  • Kenji Yamamoto is a Senior Fellow at The Ledger Asia, where he explores the critical nexus of Asian international relations, economic development, and environmental sustainability. With extensive experience in cross-border policy analysis, Kenji provides a unique perspective on how diplomatic alliances and green energy transitions drive long-term growth across the Asia-Pacific.

    Previously an advisor for regional development banks, he specializes in sustainable infrastructure and the circular economy’s role in modernizing emerging markets. At The Ledger Asia, Kenji’s deep-dive reports help readers navigate the complex balance between rapid industrialization and the global imperative for climate resilience and corporate responsibility.

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