Countries Manufacturing Electronics for the US 6-14-25

In 2025, major countries manufacturing electronics for the U.S. include China, Taiwan, South Korea, and several Southeast Asian nations like Vietnam, Malaysia, and Thailand. Additionally, countries like Mexico and India are becoming increasingly important as manufacturers move production closer to the U.S. market. 

Elaboration: 

China: Remains a dominant force in global electronics production, with a strong focus on manufacturing and cost-effective production. 

Taiwan: A key player in advanced semiconductor production, with companies like TSMC playing a crucial role in the global supply chain. 

South Korea: A major exporter of electronics, particularly in areas like mobile phones and consumer electronics. 

Southeast Asia: Countries like Vietnam, Malaysia, and Thailand are becoming increasingly important as manufacturers diversify their production locations, with Vietnam and Malaysia being hubs for semiconductor production. 

Mexico: Benefitting from proximity to the U.S. and trade agreements, Mexico is attracting more electronics manufacturers, including Foxconn. 

India: Government incentives and a growing workforce are drawing electronics manufacturers, with the Indian government actively promoting local production of electronic components. 

Trends:

Reshoring/Nearshoring: Many companies are diversifying their supply chains and moving production closer to the U.S., driven by geopolitical concerns and a desire for more reliable supply chains. 

Friendshoring: A growing trend where companies prioritize production in countries with strong economic ties and political alliances with the U.S. 

Diversification: Companies are increasingly looking beyond China as a primary source of production, diversifying their manufacturing locations across multiple countries. 

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Comments

It’s important for the US to on-shore electronics manufacturing back to the US to include design, recapture US Intellectual Property and regain control of supply chains.

Norb Leahy, Dunwoody GA Tea Party Leader