China’s Rare Earth Gamble: Bret Manley on Energy, Trade & U.S. Security:

In this episode of The China Desk Podcast, host Steve Yates speaks with Bret Manley, Executive Director of the Energy Fair Trade Coalition, about America’s dependence on China for rare earth minerals, the risks to U.S. national security, and what real fair trade looks like in today’s global energy market. From supply chain vulnerabilities to the future of AI and defense, Manley breaks down why energy and critical minerals are the new battleground.

Learn how the U.S. can secure its future through smarter trade policies, domestic production, and trusted global alliances.