Philippines Joins Pax Silica, Eyes AI Hub Amid Environmental Concerns
The Philippines has joined the US-led Pax Silica initiative to bolster AI and semiconductor supply chains, planning an AI industrial acceleration hub in New Clark City. While economic benefits are anticipated, environmental concerns regarding resource impact are surfacing.
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