Finance chief counters ‘fake news’ on Pax Silica, touts economic opportunity
Philippine Finance Secretary Frederick Go pushed back against 'fake news' surrounding the Pax Silica initiative, highlighting the 'once-in-a-lifetime' opportunity for a high-tech manufacturing hub and AI sector participation. Concerns persist regarding environmental and indigenous community impacts.
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