Pax Silica needs Senate scrutiny before it moves forward

The Philippines’ accession to the Pax Silica Coalition in April 2026 represents a strategic alignment with global efforts to secure silicon supply chains. However, the proposed establishment of a Pax Silica hub in Tarlac raises urgent governance, environmental, fiscal and social concerns. Senate oversight, feasibility studies, environmental impact assessments (EIA), environmental compliance certificates (ECC) and