U.S. Welcomes Finland and Philippines to Pax Silica Partnership

Major new signings mark expansion of pro-innovation technology alliance

Apr. 16, 2026 at 3:44am

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A vibrant, fractured painting depicting interlocking gears, circuits, and silicon wafers in shades of blue, grey, and metallic silver, conceptually representing the complex, interconnected global technology supply chain.The Pax Silica alliance aims to strengthen the resilience of the global semiconductor and AI supply chain through strategic international cooperation.Washington Today

The U.S. Department of State will host signing ceremonies on April 16 to welcome Finland and the Philippines as the newest members of the Pax Silica initiative, a U.S.-led strategic partnership focused on building a secure and innovative global silicon supply chain.

Why it matters

Pax Silica represents a critical effort to strengthen economic and technological cooperation between the U.S. and key allies, ensuring the resilience of the semiconductor industry and AI infrastructure in the face of geopolitical challenges. Finland's inclusion as the second EU member marks an important milestone, while the Philippines' participation highlights Asia's growing role.

The details

The ceremonies will feature Under Secretary of State for Economic Affairs Jacob Helberg hosting the signings, as well as a special announcement representing a major new Pax Silica initiative. Finland, home to tech giant Nokia, will become the second EU member to join the alliance, while the Philippines will represent one of Asia's leading electronic manufacturing hubs.

  • The signing ceremonies will take place on April 16, 2026 at the U.S. Department of State.

The players

Jacob Helberg

The Under Secretary of State for Economic Affairs who will host the signing ceremonies.

Pax Silica

A U.S.-led strategic initiative to build a secure, prosperous, and innovation-driven global silicon supply chain.

Finland

A European country that is home to tech company Nokia and will become the second EU member to join Pax Silica.

Philippines

An Asian country that will join Pax Silica as one of the region's growing leaders in electronic manufacturing.

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What they’re saying

“Pax Silica represents a critical effort to strengthen economic and technological cooperation between the U.S. and key allies, ensuring the resilience of the semiconductor industry and AI infrastructure in the face of geopolitical challenges.”

— Jacob Helberg, Under Secretary of State for Economic Affairs

What’s next

The signing ceremonies on April 16 will mark the beginning of a new era of cooperation on AI supply chain security between the United States and its newest Pax Silica partners.

The takeaway

The expansion of the Pax Silica alliance to include Finland and the Philippines underscores the growing global importance of securing critical technology supply chains, particularly in the semiconductor and AI sectors, as nations work to maintain their competitive edge.