The EU is stepping up spending across the entire microchip ecosystem, rather than just manufacturing 

How Malta’s Semiconductor Competence Centre is progressing Europe’s chip ambitions

Europe shifts from lofty ambitions to deliverables at EFECS 2025 – pilot lines, competence centres and cross-border collaboration emerge as practical outputs. The focus is on areas where Europe can lead, strengthening semiconductor competitiveness while Malta showcases unique capabilities and ecosystem value.

The EU is forging more international partnerships around microchip research, design, production and packaging 

Emerging technologies could help Europe build a stronger global position in microchips