US launches AI supply chain alliance with South Korea and Japan

The US launched the "Pax Silica" alliance with nine countries, including South Korea and Japan, to build a secure AI supply chain. This initiative aims to counter China's control over critical supply chains like rare earths by fostering cooperation among allied nations in areas such as semiconductors and data infrastructure. The alliance, named after peace and silica, a key semiconductor material, seeks to strengthen economic security and promote fair market practices, though potential differences among member nations regarding China policy exist.