Helium is versatile and fulfils a wide ranging role in different industries. However, helium is a very rare resource on earth. The global helium storage, production, and export are concentrated in a few countries such as the United States, Qatar, and Australia; and global production and trade are basically monopolised by a few western multinational companies such as Praxair and Air Products. China is deficient in helium, with few relatively poor quality reserves, limited processing facilities, and low production. Most of the helium consumed in China depends on imports and may be subject to supply restrictions by exporting countries. The severe supply situation would escalate in the future. To this end, this paper suggested that we should first master helium resources to ensure supply security; secondly, we should recognize the importance of helium supply to ensure the stability and security of the import channel.