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Japan's Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry (METI) plans to revise its 'Semiconductor and Digital Industry Strategy' to strengthen AI-related industries, focusing on new AI developments like physical AI for autonomous control.

Japan's METI to Revise Semiconductor and Digital Strategy

The Japanese Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry (METI) is set to revise its 'Semiconductor and Digital Industry Strategy,' which outlines policy directions for the semiconductor and artificial intelligence (AI) sectors. The revision aims to bolster related industries in anticipation of new AI developments, such as 'physical AI' for the autonomous control of robots and machinery.

Goal to Strengthen AI-Related Industrial Ecosystem

METI seeks to secure national competitiveness and strengthen the related industrial ecosystem through the advancement of new AI technologies. This strategic revision aims to support the sustained growth of Japan's semiconductor and digital industries by reflecting future AI technology trends.

*Source: 47NEWS (2026-03-18)*

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