Greta Thunberg joins opposition to Pax Silica ahead of Philippines' signing
Climate activist Greta Thunberg has joined opposition efforts against 'Pax Silica,' a US-led semiconductor and AI supply chain initiative. Activists are concerned about the environmental impact and displacement of communities in the Philippines, where a major industrial hub is planned.
Why it matters
The opposition highlights the growing tension between global technology supply chain expansion and local environmental/social justice concerns in Southeast Asia.
MANILA, Philippines - Renowned Swedish climate activist Greta Thunberg has joined calls to reject Pax Silica, a US-led initiative to secure global semiconductor and artificial intelligence supply chains.
"Labor, land, and minerals should serve the people and the planet, not fuel the wars and ambitions of imperialist powers," Thunberg said in a social media video posted Wednesday, November 11.
As the Philippines moves toward joining the agreement later this year, Thunberg appeared alongside climate activists and organizers Mitzi Jonelle Tan, Mikaela Loach, Adrian Bonifacio and Kim Saira.
The activists also expressed support for protests against US President Donald Trump's upcoming visit to the Philippines.
Trump is expected to arrive in Manila for the 49th Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) Summit, with protests planned for Tuesday, November 17.
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