The 2025 documentary “A Chip Odyssey,” chronicling the history of Taiwan’s semiconductor industry, was screened at the UK Parliament Tuesday evening. Taiwan's representative to the United Kingdom, Vincent Yao (姚金祥), told CNA that he intends to use screenings of the film alongside other events to help British audiences understand the value of deepening cooperation with Taiwan in the technology sector.

The screening and networking reception were co-organized by the UK think tank Council on Geostrategy and the Taipei Representative Office in the UK. Attendees included Members of Parliament, government ministry officials, think tank experts, industry figures, and foreign diplomats based in London.

Yao said that as the UK pursues economic growth, cooperation with Taiwan, a leader in semiconductors and AI, could generate significant new opportunities for Britain. Speaking at the reception, he said that some research estimates a military conflict in the Taiwan Strait could inflict losses equivalent to roughly 10% of global GDP, which is why the UK, the United States, the EU, Japan, and many other like-minded countries have repeatedly emphasized their commitment to preserving peace and stability across the Strait.

These like-minded countries are also deepening cooperation with Taiwan. The UK has attended Taiwan's semiconductor trade shows for three consecutive years, in addition to holding three rounds of semiconductor dialogue. Yao added that Taiwan can help partners eliminate national security risks from high-tech supply chains and build trustworthy alternatives.

MediaTek Software Director Henry Vickers also spoke at the reception, noting that the UK excels in innovation and design, with a strong track record in producing semiconductor intellectual property. He pointed out that the UK and Taiwan are natural partners, with Taiwan's manufacturing capabilities and the UK's IP strengths forming complementary assets.

“A Chip Odyssey” is scheduled for another screening in June ahead of London Tech Week 2026.