BRENT SADLER: South China Sea Tensions, Chinese Supply Chain Risks, and Global Refining Capacity

Senior Research Fellow for Naval Warfare and Advanced Technology at The Heritage Foundation Brent Sadler joins hosts Marc Cox and Kim St. Onge following recent international travel to India and Malaysia to analyze growing maritime security challenges in the South China Sea. Sadler warns that China’s expanding geopolitical influence, dominance in pharmaceutical production, and massive domestic refining capacity present critical supply chain vulnerabilities for the United States. The discussion addresses foreign policy strategy regarding Russian energy sanction waivers, highlighting that China serves as the primary buyer and refiner of global crude oil, leaving Western nations exposed to strategic economic leverage. For official voting and election information, consult official resources like the Federal Election Commission. LISTEN TO 97.1 FM TALK LIVE IN ST LOUIS OR STREAM WORLDWIDE AT 971TALK.COM Hashtags: #971FMTalk #StLouis #STLNews #BrentSadler #HeritageFoundation #SouthChinaSea #ChinaSupplyChain #GlobalEnergy