Palace Defends Pax Silica, Says Farmers Will Not Be AffectedThe Philippine government said the proposed Pax Silica project in Tarlac will not affect farmers, responding to concerns that the facility could reduce agricultural land. Around 3,500 hectares have already been classified as buildable zones where projects like Pax Silica can be developed. According to the government, only a small portion of these buildable areas will be occupied by the facility, so it is not expected to affect farmers or agricultural activities. He also described Pax Silica as a key part of the Luzon Economic Corridor, with plans to develop it into an advanced manufacturing and logistics hub that will support the global artificial intelligence and technology industry. Pax Silica is expected to produce materials used in artificial intelligence technologies, semiconductors, and advanced electronic products.