The Bases Conversion and Development Authority (BCDA) said it is open to answering questions in a Senate inquiry into the artificial intelligence (AI)-native hub to be built in Tarlac under the US-led Pax Silica initiative. In a statement, the BCDA said it welcomes the Senate’s oversight and stands ready to provide facts for a fair and transparent discussion, as reported by BusinessWorld.
The Pax Silica initiative is a US-led effort to establish an AI-focused digital hub in the Philippines, with the proposed site located in Tarlac. The Senate inquiry aims to examine the project’s implications, including potential benefits, risks, and the government’s role in facilitating the development. BCDA, as the state agency overseeing the conversion of former military bases, is expected to provide details on the project’s scope and implementation.
The agency emphasized its commitment to transparency and said it will cooperate fully with the legislative probe. The inquiry comes amid growing interest in the project, which is seen as a significant step in positioning the Philippines as a regional hub for artificial intelligence and digital innovation.