Pax Silica not about choosing between US and China, but reaping tangible benefits: US official
US Under Secretary of State Jacob Helberg emphasized that Pax Silica is not about forcing countries to choose between the US and China. Instead, it aims to provide tangible benefits in the AI economy for its partners. Singapore's role as a neutral hub is highlighted, enhancing its significance in the global tech supply chain.
- ▪Pax Silica offers significant benefits in the AI economy without forcing a choice between the US and China.
- ▪Many Pax Silica members are also part of China's Belt and Road Initiative, indicating no exclusive alignment.
- ▪Singapore plays a crucial role in the global semiconductor supply chain, accounting for about 10% of global wafer production.
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Pax Silica not about choosing between US and China, but reaping tangible benefits: US officialSign up now: Get insights on Asia's fast-moving developmentsMr Jacob Helberg, US Under Secretary of State for Economic Affairs, noted that many Pax Silica members are also part of the China-led Belt and Road initiative.PHOTO: US EMBASSY SINGAPOREKalicharan Veera SingamPublished May 26, 2026, 05:00 AMUpdated May 26, 2026, 05:00 AMSummariseJacob Helberg states Pax Silica offers partners significant benefits in the AI economy and pushes back on perception that it forces a choice between the US and China.Trump administration launched Pax Silica to secure critical supply chains, strategically partnering with economies like the Philippines amid China's growing dominance.Singapore is a crucial, neutral…
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