Pax Silica: America's 4,000-Acre AI Supply Chain Bet
Jacob Helberg details Pax Silica, a 14-nation coalition building a resilient AI supply chain. Learn how US reindustrialization hinges on 4,000 acres in the Philippines.
Pax Silica: Inside the Trump Administration’s Tech Strategy with Jacob Helberg
With Sarah Guo, Elad Gil, Jacob Helberg · Sunday, May 17, 2026
Jacob Helberg, Under Secretary of State for Economic Affairs, discusses the Trump administration's "Pax Silica" initiative, a multi-nation coalition aimed at securing the AI supply chain for the US and its allies. He contrasts this private sector-led approach with China's Belt and Road Initiative, details the strategy for reindustrializing the US while leveraging global partnerships, and highlights the administration's entrepreneurial mindset.
Trump Time: Why the White House Ran Like a Startup
Jacob Helberg details how the Trump administration's 'Trump Time' speed and 'underdog' mentality mirrors Silicon Valley. Turn disadvantage into your edge.
Why the Feds Want VC to Find AI's Next Raw Materials
Under Secretary Jacob Helberg reveals how the US government is turning to VCs to secure critical minerals for AI, targeting rare-earth-free alternatives.