Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Co. (TSMC) is seeking government approval for a new advanced wafer fab in Longtan Science Park.

The facility will develop next-generation angstrom-class processes to meet rising AI computing demand.

These processes represent a technological leap beyond the company's current 2-nanometer technology.

Estimated investment for the project ranges from NT$500 billion to NT$600 billion.

This capital expenditure equals approximately US$15.8 billion to US$18.9 billion.

TSMC shares rose 6.6% in Taiwan trading following the news.

The company has not officially confirmed the specific plan but continues to coordinate with authorities for domestic expansion.