Jacob Helberg
Coverage of Jacob Helberg in the Nexus archive.
- Can the US and its allies break China’s grip on rare earths and AI technology?
The US and its allies are working to reduce dependence on China for rare earths and critical minerals to strengthen their position in artificial intelligence. Jacob Helberg, US undersecretary of state for economic affairs, discusses efforts to secure alternative supply chains in an interview. US President Donald Trump signed a related policy.
- Philippines’ bet on shaky investment pledges from the US risks China’s ire
The Philippines' reliance on uncertain US investment commitments under the Pax Silica initiative risks provoking China. US Undersecretary of State for Economic Affairs Jacob Helberg defended the initiative, emphasizing secure supply chain partnerships, after Manila reportedly rejected a request to extend diplomatic immunity to US officials.
- US, Philippines on Cusp of Deal on Economic Security Zone, US Official Says
The US and Philippines are approaching a deal on an economic security zone after Philippine officials rejected an earlier US proposal to place the 1,260-hectare zone under US jurisdiction. US Undersecretary of State Jacob Helberg announced the countries are on the cusp of reaching an agreement on the matter.