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  1. The province of Tarlac is hosting a flagship industrial hub, which the Philippines has joined as part of a coalition. The US is involved in establishing the zone under American law.

Tarlac Hosts Pax Silica AI Hub Amid Civil Society Opposition

5 reports, 3 independent Updated Sep 23
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What happened

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The Pax Silica initiative, a coalition to develop a semiconductor and AI supply chain independent of China, is establishing a major hub in Tarlac, specifically in New Clark City. The Philippine government joined this coalition, which aims to develop a 1,619-hectare AI-native acceleration hub in the province of Tarlac. The Bases Conversion and Development Authority (BCDA) expects the project to generate up to $200 billion in exports over 30 years, starting in 2028.

From mongabay.com, bworldonline.com

Why it matters

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The hub is intended to secure and develop the supply chains needed to produce key components for AI infrastructure, including AI chips, data centers, and high-speed networking. The project has drawn criticism from civil society regarding its potential impact on the environment, including water consumption and waste management. Furthermore, the land required for the hub overlaps with areas claimed by Indigenous Aeta groups.

The province of Tarlac is hosting a flagship industrial hub, which the Philippines has joined as part of a coalition. The US is involved in establishing the zone under American law.

From mongabay.com, bworldonline.com

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    The province could attract significant investment through the Pax Silica hub.

How it developed

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  1. The United Church of Christ questions the moral basis of the Pax Silica AI hub project in Tarlac, contrasting it with Pax Romana.Sub-event
  2. An industrial hub under the Pax Silica initiative is set to be built in Tarlac, coinciding with the MGB's national exploration program for critical minerals.Sub-event
  3. The Pax Silica project has been proposed in Capas, which is located in Tarlac.Sub-event
  4. The Tarlac AI hub project is under inquiry and competing against China's tech manufacturing sector.1 source

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