WASHINGTON POLICY FORUM EXAMINES PHYSICAL AI, MANUFACTURING AND COMPETITIVENESS

At LG-Supported Forum, Policymakers and Industry Leaders Explore How Allied
Manufacturing Partnerships Can Translate AI Advances Into Real-World Industrial Deployment

News Summary

• "Physical AI in America: Robotics, Manufacturing and the Allied Industrial Base," a Washington, D.C. policy forum convened by LG Group, examined how Physical AI is reshaping U.S. manufacturing, supply chains and industrial competitiveness.
• Ambassador Yunju Ko, President of LG Group's Global Strategy Center, underscored the importance of partnerships across allied nations, pointing to LG's collaboration with NVIDIA as an example of AI advancing into real-world industrial applications.
• The forum brought together representatives from government, industry, academia and the policy community who emphasized that technology and supply chain cooperation across allied partners will be essential to building a resilient AI-driven industrial ecosystem.

WASHINGTON, Sept. 29, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Policymakers, technology leaders and manufacturing experts examined how Physical AI is reshaping U.S. manufacturing, supply chains and industrial competitiveness today at "Physical AI in America: Robotics, Manufacturing and the Allied Industrial Base," a Washington, D.C. policy forum supported by LG Group.

Participants discussed the industrial capacity and policy framework needed to sustain U.S. AI leadership as AI extends beyond software and computing into the physical economy through robotics, autonomous systems and smart factories. Topics included advanced manufacturing, semiconductors, batteries, energy infrastructure, resilient supply chains and cooperation among trusted allies, including the U.S. and South Korea.

Ambassador Yunju Ko, President of the LG Global Strategy Center, opened the event with a fireside chat. A panel discussion followed, featuring Jessica McBroom, Director at Micron; Juan Higueros, Co-Founder and Chief Operating Officer of Bear Robotics; Tim Del Monico, Chief of Staff to U.S. Representative Sam Liccardo; and Martijn Rasser, Vice President for Technology Leadership at the Special Competitive Studies Project.

Turning AI Innovation Into Industrial Competitiveness
In his remarks, Ko emphasized that long-term AI leadership will depend on both industrial application and closer collaboration with strategic partners.

"The future AI race will not be won by any single company or country acting alone," said Ko. "It will be won through trusted partnerships that connect innovation, manufacturing and investment across allied nations. By strengthening these partnerships, we can build a more resilient industrial base and ensure that the benefits of AI are translated into real-world economic growth."

To illustrate this approach, Ko cited LG's collaborations with NVIDIA across mobility, AI infrastructure and Physical AI. The partnership uses NVIDIA Omniverse libraries, Cosmos world models and the open NVIDIA Isaac robotics platform to create robot training data from LG's extensive manufacturing experience. Using this data and simulating processes at LG Electronics' Tennessee appliance factory, LG CLOiD robots are being trained how to move, stack and assemble parts for potential use at U.S. manufacturing sites.

Cooperation Takes Center Stage in Physical AI Discussion
Building on the forum's broader discussion, panelists focused on the policy priorities and industrial capabilities shaping the development of Physical AI.

The discussion examined the U.S. AI ecosystem, including areas of strength and gaps that could affect long-term technological leadership. Panelists also highlighted that stronger technology and supply chain cooperation between the U.S. and South Korea can contribute to a more resilient AI-driven industrial ecosystem, with supportive policy needed to advance it at scale.

Expanding Investment in U.S. Industry and Future Technologies
Over the past decade, LG has invested more than USD 20 billion in the United States across batteries, advanced manufacturing, electronics and mobility technologies. These efforts have contributed to the U.S. industrial base and approximately 20,000 jobs, while creating a foundation for LG's collaboration with leading U.S. technology companies in AI, robotics and smart manufacturing.

"As a long-term investment partner, LG has consistently contributed to the growth of the U.S. industrial base," Ko said. "We look forward to working with innovative U.S. companies, to help accelerate the deployment of AI across real-world industrial applications."

About the LG Global Strategy Center
The LG Global Strategy Center (GSC) serves as LG Group's headquarters for global strategy and external affairs. The GSC analyzes geopolitical, economic, and industry developments to assess their implications for LG's businesses, while coordinating global external engagement and strengthening relationships with key government, policy, and business stakeholders worldwide.

About the LG Washington D.C. Office
The LG Washington D.C. Office is LG Group's representative office for government affairs and public policy engagement in the United States. Working closely with policymakers, industry stakeholders, think tanks, and business organizations, the LG Washington Office provides strategic insights and promotes constructive dialogue on issues affecting innovation, trade, manufacturing, supply chains, and economic competitiveness. Through these efforts, it supports LG's commitment to responsible business growth and investment in the United States.

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