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He, was also part of a multinational team that bested other delegates from across Southeast Asia during the recently held seminar under the theme “Shifting the Tech Value Chain in Southeast Asia.”

“This memorable experience provided an unparalleled opportunity to engage with fellow Southeast Asian innovators and policymakers on the complexities of the global chip ecosystem. Our collaborative discussions have shed light on how our region can strategically navigate the US-China chip war and ensure sustainable technological advancement,” Villahermosa  said.

Villahermosa pursued further studies in AI in the Netherlands, where he shifted his focus toward the rapidly evolving world of semiconductor technology, with an emphasis on AI chips.

At the seminar in Vietnam, Villahermosa joined 32 other competitively selected delegates from across Southeast Asia to address urgent global challenges, including the escalating US-China chip conflict.

They examined how Southeast Asia “can strategically navigate these complexities to foster sustainable technological growth.”

“This memorable experience provided an unparalleled opportunity to engage with fellow Southeast Asian innovators and policymakers,” Villahermosa said.

He also emphasized the importance of “building a resilient and inclusive tech landscape, one that truly benefits the region.”

During the event, Villahermosa and his team highlighted the potential for the region to assert its role in global technology value chains.

Villahermosa was accompanied by a diverse group of Southeast Asian delegates, including Nithya Vysnavi Vadeveloo (Malaysia), Sukonphet Phonpradiitanon (Thailand), Aditya Pradana (Indonesia), Khin Kye Sin (Myanmar), and Korlakod Vannaly (Laos).

“Through collaborative dialogues, my teammates and I demonstrated the potential of innovative semiconductor solutions. Our work emphasized the critical need for cooperation and a shared commitment, especially amidst present geopolitical challenges,” Villahermosa said.

“By fostering strategic partnerships and embracing cutting-edge technologies, we aim to drive forward the semiconductor landscape in Southeast Asia and beyond,” he added.

Over several intensive days during the seminar, participants delved into the complexities of the ongoing US-China chip war, analyzing its implications for Southeast Asia’s technological ecosystem.

Villahermosa and his team then tackled “crucial questions” on how Southeast Asian countries can best navigate the shifting geopolitical landscape and leverage emerging opportunities to foster sustainable innovation.

For reservations for his upcoming seminar in Kalibo this March pls send us an email at newsrepublic44@gmail.com. (with reports from Ronald Reyes)