Tensions between Taiwan and China threaten microchip industry

Taiwan produces over 60 percent of all semiconductors and a shocking 93 percent of the most advanced chips. But the CIA believes China wants to be ready to invade Taiwan by 2027, putting those factories at risk. NBC News’ Richard Engel was given rare access to a Taiwanese factory and reports on how much the U.S. relies on Taiwan.

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