AN ANALYSIS OF THE PROGRAM TO SUPPORT THE DEVELOPMENT OF THE SEMICONDUCTOR INDUSTRY (PADIS) AND ITS CONTRIBUTION TO THE PROMOTION OF BRAZILIAN EXPORTS

Abstract

Brazil heavily relies on the importation of semiconductors, which are essential for the manufacturing of electronics, medical equipment, and infrastructure. To reduce this vulnerability and boost local production, the government established the Support Program for the Development of the Semiconductor Industry (Padis), aiming to strengthen national production capacity and position the country as a potential exporter. In this context, the study aims to investigate whether Padis contributes to the promotion of semiconductor exports. The specific objectives are to identify the challenges and prospects of the Brazilian semiconductor industry in both the domestic (production) and international (export) markets, to understand the perception of the benefits provided by Padis, and to determine areas for improvement in Padis to better support export growth. The research employed a qualitative methodology through a case study, collecting data via structured interviews guided by the defined objectives. The findings revealed a concentration of the program's tax incentives on the domestic market and the lack of adequate infrastructure for the sector, which hampers export growth. The study assessed Padis's impact on Brazil's semiconductor exports, highlighting both the challenges of dependency on imported inputs and the promising prospects for change with the new Padis, ensuring the program contributes more effectively