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Obama honors veterans at Arlington cemetery- President Barack Obama carried out the traditional Veterans Day role Wednesday, then made a surprise visit to a part of Arlington National Cemetery reserved for troops killed in Iraq and Afghanistan, walking among the grave sites and talking to mourners.
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SMIC Honored with SEMI China Corporate Social Contribution Award; Dr. Richard Chang Receives Industry Excellence and Contribution Award
SHANGHAI, China
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The Industry Excellence and Contribution Award honors the outstanding
leaders who have long been devoted to the semiconductor industry in
The SEMI
According to SEMI, Chang is a visionary entrepreneur who returned to
Mainland
"These awards have come as an honor and surprise to all of us in SMIC,"
said
About SMIC
Semiconductor Manufacturing International Corporation ("SMIC"; NYSE: SMI;
SEHK: 981) is one of the leading semiconductor foundries in the world and the
largest and most advanced foundry in Mainland
About SEMI
SEMI is the global industry association serving the manufacturing supply
chains for the microelectronic, display and photovoltaic industries. SEMI
member companies are the engines of the future, enabling smarter, faster and
more economical products that improve our lives. Since 1970, SEMI has been
committed to helping members grow more profitably, create new markets and meet
common industry challenges. SEMI maintains offices in Austin,
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