Semiconductor Manufacturing International Corporation, an investment holding company, engages in the manufacture, testing, and sale of integrated circuits in the United States, China, and Eurasia. The company is involved in the manufacturing and trading of semiconductor products; research and development activities; provision of semiconductor foundry and technology services; and construction, operation, and management of living quarters. It also offers design, development, and technical services related to integrated circuits; one-stop supporting services in design services, IP support, photomask manufacturing, etc.; marketing related services; and private education services. Semiconductor Manufacturing International Corporation was incorporated in 2000 and is headquartered in Shanghai, the People's Republic of China.