As the TikTok ban looms, a new Chinese app, RedNote, or Xiaohongshu has reached number 1 in the app store. I’m…so sad…

China is building up to 5 specialized amphibious landing barges. This expands their landing options should they choose to invade. These barges are not dual purpose. They have one purpose. Amphibious landing support. I cover possible landing sites. Reasons why and why not to land there.Finally, I cover 3 things to look for confirming a Chinese invasion of Taiwan is immanent days before it happens.

The U.S. and China are two of the world’s biggest cotton producers. In 2021, President Biden signed a law banning many cotton imports from China out of concerns that most of the crop is grown and harvested by forced labor in Xinjiang. But industry experts say much of that cotton is still entering the U.S. as the chemical component and DNA of the cotton is being tested to validate supply chains.WSJ explains how the U.S.’s effort to stamp out forced labor has affected the cotton market and unpacks the complexity of the supply chain to explain why the U.S. is struggling so hard to compete against Beijing. 0:00 The cotton situation1:21 Cotton processing2:42 Finished goods4:31 Verification7:12 What’s next?

In the first week of the new year, Huawei’s smart driving system experienced a collective breakdown, shockingly running red lights simultaneously. Numerous drivers faced six-point deductions on their licenses and fines of 200 yuan each. Meanwhile, AITO, closely tied to Huawei’s smart driving technology, saw its sales plummet from 9,000 units during the same period last year to just 5,500 units—nearly halving.

00:00 Introduction00:12 Chinese Economy: Pay Cuts & Currency Slide05:30 US-China: TikTok & Musk | Red Note09:12 Supply Chain Diversification: China Pushes BackChina Update provides viewers with the most up to date political, economic, and geostrategic analysis on China. Videos are based on hundreds of articles, think tank reports, government statements and other resources in English and Chinese. China Update is fully independent, all views and analysis are all my own and I make the videos.

In the first week of the new year, Huawei’s smart driving system experienced a collective breakdown, shockingly running red lights simultaneously. Numerous drivers faced six-point deductions on their licenses and fines of 200 yuan each. Meanwhile, AITO, closely tied to Huawei’s smart driving technology, saw its sales plummet from 9,000 units during the same period last year to just 5,500 units—nearly halving.

Former Pentagon intelligence senior executive Charles Beames joins ‘Mornings with Maria’ to discuss China preparing to invade Taiwan and Pete Hegseth’s Senate confirmation hearing.

AFP: Outgoing US President Joe Biden said yesterday in a speech that China would never surpass the United States. He also noted that Washington had managed its ties with Beijing during his four years as President and the relationship “never tipped over into conflict.” Does the Foreign Ministry have any comment on Biden’s speech?Guo Jiakun: During the past four years, China-US relations have gone through ups and downs, but have remained stable on the whole. Under the strategic guidance of the two presidents, the two sides established through consultation several guiding principles for bilateral ties, engaged in dialogue and cooperation, resumed and created over 20 mechanisms of communication, and achieved outcomes in some areas. At the same time, China stood firm by its principles, safeguarded its sovereignty, security, and development interests, and responded to the US’s wrong actions with resolute countermeasures.In his meeting with President Biden in Lima, Peru, President Xi Jinping reviewed the experiences from the past four years and listed the inspirations that can be drawn from them, namely, to have a correct strategic perception, match words with actions, treat each other as equals, not to challenge red lines and paramount principles, conduct more dialogue and cooperation, respond to the expectations of the people, and step forward to shoulder the responsibilities of major countries. We hope the US will bear them in mind and work with China in this direction.

As LA burns, China laughs.

Witness the future of firefighting as China unveils groundbreaking drone technology that promises to revolutionize emergency response. These advanced aerial machines redefine rescue operations, accessing impossible terrains and high-risk zones where human firefighters cannot reach. With precision targeting, thermal imaging, and collaborative AI capabilities, these drones represent a quantum leap in emergency intervention strategies. Cutting-edge technology meets life-saving potential in a breathtaking demonstration of innovation that could transform global fire safety. Prepare to be amazed by the next generation of emergency response technology that blurs the lines between human and machine capabilities.#FirefightingDrones #EmergencyTechnology #ChineseInnovation #RescueTech #AerialRescue #DroneInnovation #FireSafety #ArtificialIntelligence #EmergencyResponse #TechRevolution #RoboticRescue #AdvancedTechnology #SafetyInnovation #EmergencyManagement #DroneCapabilities

China’s Lunar New Year travel rush, known as chunyun, began on January 14, 2025. Authorities expect a record 9 billion domestic trips to be made during this period, surpassing the 8.4 billion journeys recorded last year. International arrivals are also expected to increase, driven by China’s expansion of its visa-free entry list and other efforts to boost the tourism sector. The annual chunyun, which lasts about 40 days, is often viewed as a gauge of national economic health.

President Biden gives his final foreign policy address before leaving office, and China policy made the top of the list.Diving deeper, we take a closer look at how the president’s handling of China has impacted the world order. More on the key takeaways.And, will the green energy push make the US more reliant on China? A panel of experts probes how China became the leading force for green energy through unfair trade, and how they say it’s damaging the global market.00:00 Intro01:18 Highlights from Biden’s Final Foreign Policy Speech03:21 Key Takeaways from Biden’s China Policy07:42 Expert on Biden’s Final Foreign Policy Speech10:50 US to Ban Chinese Software and Hardware in Smart Cars12:23 Panel Addresses China’s ‘Massive Green Energy Subsidies’15:37 How Do Americans Feel About a TikTok Ban?18:01 Apple, Samsung Phone Sales Fall Amid China Competition19:23 China’s Export Reliance Vulnerable to Tariff Hikes19:49 China Touts World’s Top Trade Surplus: near $1 Trillion

00:00 Introduction00:12 Trade Numbers: Bright Spot or Achilles Heel?07:01 Taiwan Tensions: Barge ConstructionChina Update provides viewers with the most up to date political, economic, and geostrategic analysis on China. Videos are based on hundreds of articles, think tank reports, government statements and other resources in English and Chinese. China Update is fully independent, all views and analysis are all my own and I make the videos.

41,609 views Jan 14, 2025Indian media reports Vietnam is in the final stages of clinching a deal for India’s BrahMos missile, which would make it the second acquisition in the South China Sea after the Philippines. Earlier, Beijing accused Manila of undermining peace if it didn’t remove the Typhon missile system currently stationed on the Philippines. What would Vietnam’s acquisition of the BrahMos mean for the South China Sea, and what role does China’s aggressive behavior and massive military buildup play?

Japan has launched a full-scale campaign to sell its first-ever warship to Australia.Tokyo claims the $10 billion deal will also secure regional stability.

Recently, reports from mainland China reveal that the Chinese Communist Party (CCP) has taken drastic measures against Taiwan’s iPhone manufacturer, Foxconn. Authorities have reportedly blocked Foxconn from sending Chinese workers to its factories in India and have detained iPhone production equipment meant for shipment to India.

Take your personal data back with Incogni! Use code CMilk at the link below and get 60% off an annual plan: https://incogni.com/cmilk TikTok ban is just around the corner. This is why I think it should be banned/forced to sell.

Taiwan says China is trying to recruit spies locally to carry out armed insurrection and form sniper teams in the event of a Chinese invasion. The claims come from a report published by Taiwan’s National Security Bureau, which also details a rise in prosecutions relating to espionage.

The Treasury Department is slapping sanctions on a Chinese cybersecurity company after Chinese hackers breached the department, plus AT&T and Verizon networks. We have the details on how the hack affected millions of Americans.Japan’s Nippon Steel’s $14 billion bid to take over U.S. Steel gets blocked by President Joe Biden. We have more on concerns among U.S. lawmakers over Nippon Steel’s exposure to the Chinese state.American EV makers are on alert as China is planning to restrict technology exports that are key to building electric cars, one week after Biden launched an investigation into legacy Chinese microchips.After The New York Times published its 10th article within five months against one dance company, a long-time employee decided to speak up. He’s detailing the company’s business success and origin story, and warning fellow Americans about communist China’s infiltration here at home.00:00 Intro01:30 US Sanctions Chinese Firm Over Alleged Hacking Sweep02:30 China Geolocated Millions of Americans Through Hack05:26 FBI: Chinese Access to US Telecom, Energy, Water06:20 Biden Blocks Japan’s Nippon from Taking Over US Steel08:03 China Eyes Restricting Exports of Tech for EV Batteries09:04 Emcee Sheds Light on Shen Yun’s Business Success13:04 Albania’s TikTok Ban Sparks Controversy16:33 Yates: CCP Played Role in Daughter’s Fentanyl Death

China is rapidly expanding its prison system. Why?

On January 6th, protests erupted in Pucheng, Shaanxi. A young man standing on an elevated platform blew a horn, marking the peak of the public demonstration.Thousands of people gathered and tried to break through police barricades, entering the Pucheng Vocational Education Center. Some school facilities were damaged, and the principal was assaulted.Videos from the scene show the principal becoming dizzy from the beating and eventually taking refuge in an ambulance.

In a press conference, U.S. President-elect Donald Trump was asked whether he would take military action to retake the Panama Canal. Trump replied, “I’m not going to commit to that now. It might. It might be that you’ll have to do something.” The Panama Canal is an 82-km waterway linking the Pacific and Atlantic oceans. The route handles 5% of the world’s cargo and 70% of all cargo going to and from the United States, according to the Panama Canal Authority. Trump has threatened to take back control of the Panama Canal to stop it falling into the “wrong hands.” Our guests are: Yuan I National Chengchi University Institute of International Relations Adjunct Research Fellow Vincent Chao Taipei City Councilor (DPP) Chapters00:00:00 – Great power competition in Panama Canal00:01:12 – China’s strategic interest in Panama Canal00:10:13 – Canal transferred in 199900:18:03 – Key routes and global rivalries00:24:17 – Impact of climate change on Panama Canal

China is increasingly becoming more aggressive toward Taiwan. Its invasion simulations are becoming more frequent, which raises the questions: Can Trump defend Taiwan? Will he do so? In this video, we’ll answer these questions for you.Join the VisualPolitik community and support us on Patreon: / visualpolitik #China #Taiwan #Trump

The Supreme Court heard arguments over TikTok’s fate in the United States. The Chinese app is teetering on the edge of a ban that’s just nine days away. We have the key takeaways.The Central Intelligence Agency is tripling its budget for China-based targets. CIA Director William Burns details the challenges that lie ahead.Chinese-made connected cars might soon face their final days in the United States. Commerce Secretary Gina Raimondo said a rule to crack down on the high-tech imports is in its final stages. It’s designed to tackle concerns over data and national security.Reports from two Chinese mothers highlight a concerning trend: too many people are sick in China, and hospitals are struggling to serve demand.00:00 Intro01:06 Supreme Court Hears Arguments on TikTok Ban03:38 CIA Triples China-Focused Budget to Counter Cyber Threat04:29 Raimondo: US to Crack Down on Chinese Autos Soon05:49 Lawmakers Push for Curbs on Biotech Exports to China06:51 Thousands in China Wait for Medical Care Over Influenza08:17 Doug Ford Criticizes China’s Global Supply Chain Tactics09:13 Potential Scale of Chinese Hack into US Telecom14:17 British Chancellor in China to Boost Trade Ties16:24 Germany Charges 3 with Spying on Naval Tech for China17:11 Japan Approves New Sanctions on Russia17:47 Japan Leader Delays US Visit, Willing to Visit China

Self-heating hot pots were once a nationwide sensation in China, dominating various consumer markets. However, in recent years, they have seen a significant decline. Some even say, “Other hot pots cost money, but self-heating hot pots cost money and lives.”Join this channel to get access to perks:

00:00 Introduction00:11 Chinese Economy I: Surging Pessimism as Sovereign Bonds Crash03:56 Chinese Economy II: Central Bank’s Unprecedented Reaction07:52 On a personal note..10:50 US-China: AI RaceChina Update provides viewers with the most up to date political, economic, and geostrategic analysis on China. Videos are based on hundreds of articles, think tank reports, government statements and other resources in English and Chinese. China Update is fully independent, all views and analysis are all my own and I make the videos.

On this week’s China news headlines, There’s another virus outbreak in China. A devastating earthquake strikes Tibet. Plus a Chinese ship may have cut an undersea cable near Taiwan.