On July 11, 2025, a Letter of Intent was signed in Gdańsk between the Pomeranian Development Agency (coordinating the Invest in Pomerania initiative) and TAIPO – the Taiwan-Poland Chamber of Commerce, the Taiwanese Special Economic Zones (TSSE), Lissome Art & Culture, and the company UMAI. The agreement aims to strengthen economic relations between the Pomeranian region and Taiwan, creating a lasting bridge between Central and Eastern Europe and Asian markets.
TAIPO brings together leading tech brands – such as AMD, MSI, Gigabyte, ITRI, and Foxconn – that are interested in cooperation with Polish universities, R&D centers, and industrial parks. The Letter of Intent is not just a declaration, but the beginning of concrete steps – from identifying joint projects and exchanging students and researchers to preparing the ground for new industrial infrastructure investments.
Three pillars of cooperation: investment, knowledge, joint projects
According to the agreement, the parties have committed to:
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promoting Pomerania as a strategic investment destination for Taiwanese companies in the high-tech, electronics, and semiconductor sectors,
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developing areas of cooperation in artificial intelligence, technological security, and knowledge transfer,
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analyzing the feasibility of creating a dedicated industrial park for Taiwanese investors,
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co-organizing business missions, networking events, and knowledge exchange initiatives involving universities, local governments, and industry partners.
The Taiwanese delegation also had the opportunity to explore the region’s potential during presentations by Invest in Pomerania and the Pomeranian Special Economic Zone, visit investment sites in Pruszcz Gdański and Gdańsk, and tour Intel’s largest R&D center in Europe.
Taiwan and Poland: natural partners in the era of chips and AI
Speaking after the signing, Jack Chao, President of TAIPO, emphasized Poland’s growing role in the global semiconductor supply chain and the human capital potential of the Pomeranian region:
– Taiwan, despite its advanced technology, faces a shortage of qualified specialists. Poland has them – highly educated engineers and scientists, particularly in energy and IT. That’s why we see Poland as a key partner – not just for today, but for decades to come – said Chao.
The signed agreement opens new investment opportunities for Pomerania and strengthens its position as a key technology hub in Central and Eastern Europe.
– Gdańsk is not just a beautiful city with rich culture. It is a place welcoming to both people and business. I believe that together with Pomerania, we can build a network of cooperation that connects our markets and opens the door to Western Europe – added Jack Chao.
This agreement is another step toward reinforcing Pomerania’s role as a center of innovation, semiconductors, and advanced technologies in Europe. On one side, the region offers human capital, stability, and know-how. On the other, Taiwan contributes capital, technology, and global experience. Together, they can create more than just joint business – they can establish a new standard for international cooperation.
