US, PHILIPPINES FAST-TRACK 4,000-ACRE AI HUB
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The US and Philippines are accelerating development of a major artificial intelligence and supply chain hub spanning 4,000 acres in Southeast Asia. A top US official confirmed the countries are moving "very, very quickly" on the project.
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