Clark is positioning itself as a prime hub for high-technology industries, leveraging its existing semiconductor, logistics, and advanced manufacturing ecosystems, the Clark Development Corp. (CDC) said.
The development comes as discussions around the Pax Silica initiative gain momentum.
Speaking at a high-level event attended by government and industry leaders, CDC President and CEO Agnes VST Devanadera emphasized that Clark is “not starting from scratch” as global supply chains shift toward trusted semiconductor, artificial intelligence, and advanced manufacturing networks.
“Future competitiveness may depend not only on infrastructure, but also on workforce readiness and stronger industry linkages,” Devanadera said, highlighting CDC programs aimed at workforce development and collaboration among locators.
CDC data showed semiconductors accounted for 75 percent of Clark’s total exports in 2025, valued at around USD2.86 billion.
South Korea ranked as Clark’s second-largest source of imports at USD2.18 billion, largely driven by semiconductor activity.
Japanese investors remain a strong presence in Clark, supporting manufacturing, electronics, and logistics sectors, generating over 10,000 jobs and roughly USD734 million in investments.
Clark also hosts major global logistics companies, including FedEx and UPS, as well as ICT firms increasingly operating in AI-enabled environments.
The CDC said initiatives such as Town and Gown and the Business Interdependence System aim to strengthen workforce preparedness and industry collaboration, positioning Clark for the next wave of high-value, high-tech industries.
