Why is Xi Jinping suddenly rushing to North Korea after months of staying inside China? This trip may be far bigger than routine diplomacy. Behind the scenes are growing Russia–North Korea ties, rising Taiwan tensions, U.S.–Japan–South Korea coordination, and Beijing’s fear of losing leverage on the Korean Peninsula. In this episode, we break down why Kim Jong Un may now hold more strategic value than ever — and why some analysts believe Xi Jinping suddenly needs Kim more than Kim needs Xi. you

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Why are anti-Xi posts, Tiananmen images, and anti-CCP slogans suddenly appearing on Douyin? And why did China’s most powerful propaganda outlet, CCTV, repeatedly broadcast upside-down footage for two consecutive days? Technical glitches, censorship failures, acts of dissent, or signs of deeper tensions inside the system? In this episode, we examine a series of strange incidents that have sparked intense speculation across China’s internet. From politically sensitive memes and public anti-regime messages to the bizarre CCTV broadcasts that many interpreted as symbolic political signals, we explore what these events may reveal about public frustration, growing political boundary-testing, and the changing atmosphere inside China in 2026.

Source: Anti – Xi Posts, Tiananmen Images, and CCTV Upside Down

Nvidia is doubling down on Taiwan, with plans to invest up to $150 billion a year for the new headquarters in Taipei. Meanwhile, Jensen Huang met with TSMC’s chairman to explore expanding advanced packaging. A special gift for President Donald Trump: Taiwan’s president presents a tech memoir at a major U.S. celebration aimed at boosting ties. The United States is set to begin the process of lowering tariffs on $30 billion worth of Chinese goods. And what happens next with the 10 percent global tariffs when they expire this July? A new Chinese warship joins the Liaoning carrier group in the Western Pacific, as Japan closely tracks the formation operating near its waters. Lawmakers and experts are calling out foreign billionaires and Chinese Communist Party-linked networks for funding groups to oppose U.S. tech projects. Who’s really behind the protests? 00:00 Intro 1:30 Nvidia to Invest Up to $150 Billion a Year in Taiwan 3:08 Taiwan Leader Gifts Trump TSMC Memoir at AIT Gala 4:31 U.S. Seeks Comment on Chinese Goods Eligible for Tariff Cuts 8:19 USTR Speaks on USMCA Agreement, WTO 11:07 Trump Admin Pays $20 Billion to Importers 11:45 Trump: Primary Urgency Is Iran Can’t Have a Nuclear Weapon 16:06 Israel Kills Hamas Armed Wing Chief 17:10 Japan Tracks Chinese Frigate Deployment 18:27 Chinese Dissident Detained After Sea Escape to Korea 19:19 New Report: China Funding U.S. Tech Opposition

Source: Nvidia to Invest Up to $150 Billion a Year in Taiwan | China in Focus

In May 2026, a massive fireworks factory explosion in Hunan and a deadly coal mine disaster in Shanxi triggered political shockwaves that reached all the way to Beijing. Rising provincial leaders suddenly found their careers in jeopardy. Then came a series of unexpected developments: Defense Minister Dong Jun vanished from public view, senior official Xu Liuping was placed under investigation, and Peking University President Gong Qihuang was abruptly removed just days after appearing alongside Xi Jinping and Vladimir Putin. Were these merely unrelated events? Or are we witnessing a deeper power struggle ahead of the CCP’s 21st Party Congress? In this episode, we examine the disasters, the political fallout, and the remarkable sequence of events that has many China observers asking the same question: How many coincidences are too many coincidences?

Source: Two Disasters. Five Officials. A CCP Power Struggle Hidden in Plain Sight

Japan is expanding its alliances across the Indo-Pacific, strengthening ties with the Philippines, Indonesia, Vietnam and Australia as part of a broader diplomatic push by PM Takaichi Sanae and Defense Minister Koizumi Shinjiro. At the center of these efforts are deepening security links with the US and the Philippines, including the transfer of Japanese Abukuma-class destroyers to Manila — a first since the lifting of its post-WWII arms export ban. It comes as the Philippines conducts its first test of a Tomahawk missile from a Typhon launcher. Together, these moves signal a shift toward more integrated form of regional deterrence. But how are Tokyo’s moves being greeted by Washington and Beijing? In this episode, we examine Japan’s growing network of partnerships, the strategic importance of key maritime routes and what this evolving alignment means for Taiwan and the Indo-Pacific balance of power. *Recorded on May 7, 2026 at 4pm Taiwan Standard Time Host/Senior Producer: Yin Khvat Consultant: George Nee Research Assistant: April Lin Our guests: Tsai Jung-hsiang National Chung Cheng University Political Science Professor Guermantes Lailari Jewish Policy Center Senior Non-Resident Fellow Chapters: 00:00:00 – Japan’s New Alliance Model 00:03:00 – Philippines Conducts Tomahawk Test 00:09:41 – Tokyo To Provide Destroyers to Manila, Jakarta 00:14:50 – US, Japan Reach Deals With Indonesia 00:18:48 – Japan’s Ties With SE Asia, Australia

Source: Balikatan Fires First Typhon – Launched Tomahawk —China Anger Over Philippines – Japan Arms Deal | EP828

Watch the full podcast! https://chinauncensored.tv/programs/p… When Russian President Vladimir Putin visited China, his hosts played a part of the Russian ballet “Swan Lake” for him, which would be perfectly OK except that it’s become a Putin resistance song that has political connotations tied to the fall of the Soviet Union. Was China trying to send a message? Or was this just an error? Matt, Chris and Shelley get into that and more in this episode.

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Even Xi Jinping may no longer trust China’s official economic data. According to former CCP insider Du Wen, Xi’s inner circle has allegedly built its own independent data network to bypass China’s statistics bureau. And the numbers are alarming: factory deflation lasting 42 months, collapsing corporate profits, rising costs, and a deepening confidence crisis across China’s economy. At the same time, Beijing has launched a sweeping crackdown on offshore brokerage firms used by mainland Chinese investors to buy U.S. and Hong Kong stocks. Authorities are investigating platforms like Futu, Tiger Brokers, and Longbridge, while tightening cross-border capital controls and restricting overseas investment channels. Is China entering a slow-motion economic crisis hidden beneath official GDP growth? In this episode, we break down the hidden signals behind China’s worsening deflation, collapsing confidence, capital flight fears, and Beijing’s growing efforts to seal financial exits.

Source: China’s Economy May Be Far Worse Than Beijing Admits

Why is Xi Jinping suddenly rushing to North Korea right after hosting both Trump and Putin in Beijing? And what were those strange signals coming out of the state banquets — the mysterious “special-agent” waitresses, the eerie performance of Swan Lake for Putin, and the growing atmosphere of tension inside Zhongnanhai? In this program, we break down the deeper geopolitical calculations behind Xi’s upcoming meeting with Kim Jong Un, including Russia-North Korea ties, Taiwan pressure, the U.S.-Japan-South Korea alignment, and why Kim may now have more leverage over China than many realize. We also examine the darker theories now circulating online about instability, elite politics, and the fear of crisis in East Asia.

Source: Putin Heard Soviet Coup Music… Then Xi Rushed to North Korea

China’s debt problem may be far worse than Beijing officially admits. In this deep-dive analysis, we break down China’s hidden debt system — from LGFVs and local government borrowing to policy banks, pension liabilities, Central Huijin, and the collapse of the land-finance model. Why did local debt surpass central government debt? Why did Beijing’s “front door, back door” reforms fail? And could China’s real debt burden already exceed 170%–180% of GDP — or even far higher if the economy itself has been overstated? Let’s untangle the real size of China’s hidden debt problem.

Source: 300% Debt? How Hidden Debt Broke China’s Economic Model

If 1984, Minority Report, Person of Interest, and Black Mirror had an orgy, you’d get China.

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“In all DJI stores in Beijing, you can no longer find drones for sale. Some netizens are commenting, ‘It’s so sad, are they really that scared?’ ‘What are they really afraid of?’ ‘Next step, maybe they’ll ban phones too, since they can record everywhere.’ Others are saying, ‘So this proves that top tech companies can’t survive here.’ And even more netizens are commenting, ‘They know their retribution is coming soon.'”

Source: China’s Largest Drone Maker, DJI, Is Done! All Stores Ban Drones, Destroyed by Its Own Country

At a Xiaomi YU7GT launch in Beijing on May 21, CEO Lei Jun took the stage under the spotlight, passionately presenting the company’s new vehicle. Behind him, a massive LED screen displayed bold slogans: “Beat Tesla,” “Conquer Tesla,” and simply, “Impressive!” Lei Jun then went on to explain:

Source: Xiaomi’s Copycat Marketing Backfires—Ends Up Defeating Itself

China’s economic slowdown is no longer just about GDP—it’s showing up in unpaid wages, shrinking local revenues, and rising fiscal pressure at the grassroots level. Behind the headline numbers, a deeper problem is unfolding: 👉 Beijing controls the revenue 👉 Local governments carry the burden From collapsing land sales to growing debt and widening budget gaps, this video breaks down the numbers behind China’s hidden fiscal crisis—and why the system is increasingly under strain from the bottom up.

Source: China’s Hidden Fiscal Crisis Is Breaking the System from Below

Rep. Michael McCaul (R-Texas) joined NTD’s Steve Lance to discuss President Donald Trump’s forthcoming phone call with Taiwanese President Lai Ching-te, how it would deter China from invading Taiwan, and how U.S. policy of strategic ambiguity is an effective doctrine in preventing war. —

Source: Allies Working Together to Prevent Chinese Invasion of Taiwan: Rep. Michael McCaul

Source: J – 20 Embarrassment at Airshow! China’s 5th – Gen Jets Are Just Wobbly Prototype Runs

$2 Trillion has just been wiped out on the Chinese stock market.

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Chinese President Xi Jinping reportedly became agitated during talks with US President Donald Trump over Japan’s expanding defense spending, according to the Financial Times. The report comes as Washington reportedly informed Tokyo it would delay deliveries of Tomahawk cruise missiles due to supply concerns linked to the war in Iran.

Source: Xi Got Heated When Discussing Japan’s Defense Spending With Trump: FT｜TaiwanPlus News

Source: U.S. Pauses $14 Billion Arms Sales to Taiwan | China in Focus

Source: Things With China Just Got Incredibly Dangerous | Shenzhou 23 | Mine Explosion | EU – China

One week, two world leaders—U.S. President Donald Trump and Russian President Vladimir Putin—were both in Beijing on different days. Same stage, very different agendas. So who came out on top? Following closely on the heels of Trump’s visit, Putin was in Beijing on Wednesday, securing some new China-Russia agreements and drawing reactions from U.S. allies across the Indo-Pacific. Taiwan President Lai Ching-te said he is open to speaking directly with Trump. Both Beijing and Taipei are now reacting as Washington weighs a major arms sale to the island. Two China hawks were nominated as ambassadors to key U.S. allies in the Indo-Pacific region. Both signaled a tougher approach toward the Chinese Communist Party. When it comes to the AI race, what is the scale of Chinese infrastructure supporting data centers? And what steps would be needed to unwind it? Rex Lee joins us. 00:00 Intro 01:12 First Trump, Then Putin: Who Came Out on Top? 05:48 Response to Possible Trump Call With Taiwan Leader 06:47 China Hawks Brat, Steel Testify for Ambassador Roles 09:52 Russia and Belarus Hold Major Nuclear Military Drills 11:51 U.S. Awarding $2 Billion to Computing Companies 12:57 Putin’s Visit After Trump: Power Rivalry Clashes in Beijing 13:37 China-Russia Boost Ties, Push ‘Multipolar’ Vision 14:11 No Major Breakthrough on Power of Siberia 2 Pipeline 14:35 First Island Chain Allies Respond to Trump’s China Visit 15:07 Scale of Chinese Infrastructure in U.S. Data Centers

Source: First Trump, Then Putin: Who Came Out on Top? | China in Focus

Was the Trump–Xi summit really a “win-win” — or did one side walk away stronger? In this deep analysis, we break down the real winners and losers of Trump’s China visit: Xi Jinping’s push for strategic stability, Trump’s controversial Taiwan remarks, the Iran nuclear issue, Jimmy Lai, rare earths, trade negotiations, and the CCP’s political messaging strategy. Did Beijing gain more from the optics while America gained only temporary stabilization? And what do Trump’s comments reveal about the future of U.S.–China relations, Taiwan security, and the global balance of power?

Source: Trump’s China Visit: Xi’s Big Win or Strategic Illusion?

Xi Jinping has spent the last decade turning China’s outdated military into a deadly modern fighting force. Maybe Trump’s $1.5 trillion dollar military budget isn’t such a bad idea, after all.

Source: China’s Military Got Even More Dangerous

Just before Trump’s visit to China, he delivered a strong warning to Xi Jinping! On May 11, the U.S. Department of Justice made a major announcement revealing that the Mayor of Arcadia, Eileen Wang, was an agent sent by Beijing. She formally signed a plea agreement, admitting to secretly carrying out tasks for the Chinese Communist Party (CCP). This case uncovers a glimpse into how the CCP quietly influences U.S. public opinion and local politics through its agents.

Source: Trump Slaps Xi Hard as Chinese American Mayor Is Arrested as CCP Agent

At the Xponential drone expo in Detroit, global tech companies are addressing supply chain resiliency by actively reducing reliance on Chinese components. Taiwan is emerging as a critical partner, leveraging its advanced manufacturing expertise to scale production free of Chinese influence. Organizers are even considering Taiwan as a future host for the event.

Source: Detroit Drone Expo Connects Partners With Taiwan for China – Free Supply Chain｜TaiwanPlus News

President Donald Trump makes no promises to Beijing—but gives no clear answer on defending Taiwan. After the Trump–Xi summit, Taiwan’s leader responds to Trump’s concerns. Russian President Vladimir Putin is heading to China, just days after Trump’s meeting with Xi Jinping. The Kremlin says it has “serious expectations” for the meeting. More on what Russia hopes to get out of the talks. A powerful documentary on forced organ harvesting in China premiered over the weekend in Washington. We’ll hear why the experts behind the film say the world can’t stay silent. Australia is forcing China-linked investors out of a key rare earths mining company. Officials are ordering major shareholders to divest over national security concerns tied to Chinese influence. CIA Director John Ratcliffe visited communist Cuba in the shadow of Trump’s visit to China. A former CIA agent breaks it down for us. 00:00 intro 01:07 U.S. Announces New Farm Products Deal With China 02:17 China Eases Restrictions on U.S. Beef, Poultry 04:07 Taiwan Leader Responds to Trump Concerns on Independence 05:19 President Trump Declines to Speak on Taiwan Defense 06:51 Kremlin: “Serious Expectations” for Putin’s China Trip 07:28 What China and Russia Seek to Gain From Each Other 08:18 Putin Visit Announced Shortly After President Trump’s Trip 08:51 Gas Pipeline Could Be Part of Putin-Xi Talks 09:38 Long-Awaited Documentary “Silent Harvest” Debuts 11:19 Experts Warn of Hidden Ethics in Organ Trade 12:02 Australia Forcing China-Linked Investors Out 12:54 Japan Reaffirms Commitment to Stable China Relations 14:20 What’s Next for Cuba After CIA Director’s Rare Visit 14:40 Cuban Intelligence Targets U.S. Across All Sectors 15:56 Who Really Controls Cuba Behind the Scenes? 18:22 Cuba’s China Ties Raise U.S. Security Concerns 20:42 Evergrande Seeks $8.4B From Major Accounting Firm PwC

Source: Taiwan Leader Responds to Pres. Trump | China in Focus

US Secretary of State Marco Rubio told NBC News it would be a “terrible mistake” if China used force to change the situation across the Taiwan Strait. His warning came hours after Chinese leader Xi Jinping issued a veiled threat to US President Donald Trump. At the highly anticipated Beijing summit, Xi warned that the US and China are on a ‘collision course’ over Taiwan. China is pushing the US to reduce support for Taiwan following the high-stakes Trump–Xi summit in Beijing. While both leaders publicly emphasized “strategic stability,” the real focus of the meeting appeared to be Taiwan and the future of the Indo-Pacific security order. Beijing is expected to have pressed Washington on arms sales and sought changes to long-standing US language on Taiwan — moves that could carry major implications for deterrence and the First Island Chain. At the same time, US officials warned against any forced change to the status quo. We break down the chilling “Thucydides Trap” warning, the secret negotiations, and what it means for US allies.

Source: Rubio Hits Back at Xi’s Threat Against US, Warns of ‘Terrible Mistake’ | TaiwanTalks EP833

What does a CCP soft coup actually look like? China has seen one before. After Mao Zedong’s death, Hua Guofeng briefly controlled the Party, the state, and the military — only to be quietly pushed aside by Deng Xiaoping in one of the most important power struggles in CCP history. In this video, we break down the three turning points that allowed Deng to slowly dismantle Mao’s chosen successor, how power inside Zhongnanhai really shifts, and why many Chinese observers believe this history suddenly matters again today.

Source: China’s Most Famous Soft Coup—Why It Still Matters

The Strait of Malacca is once again at the center of global geopolitics as the Iran conflict disrupts energy flows and exposes the vulnerability of maritime choke points. Carrying a massive share of the world’s oil shipments — and around 80% of China’s crude imports — the strait has long been viewed as a strategic weak point for Beijing. Now, rising tensions, soaring shipping costs and even proposals for transit tolls are raising new concerns across Asia. At the same time, Southeast Asian perceptions of the United States and China appear to be shifting. In this episode, we examine why the Strait of Malacca matters more than ever, how regional countries are responding and what it could mean for the Indo-Pacific balance of power.

Source: Malacca Dilemma: The Vulnerability of China’s Energy Lifeline | Taiwan Talks EP832

Don’t miss our exclusive livestream breakdown of the Trump-Xi meeting! https://chinauncensored.tv/programs/m… Two former Chinese defense ministers, Wei Fenghe and Li Shangfu, have been given suspended death sentences! It’s time for another episode of the People’s Favorite Communist soap opera, General Hostility.

Source: Xi Jinping Is Out For Blood

Chinese officials increasingly warn about the so-called “Thucydides Trap,” the idea that a rising China and an established United States are destined for war. But the historical comparison falls apart under closer examination. From ancient Athens and Sparta to modern America and China, Hanson breaks down why the analogy is flawed, why the United States is not a declining power, and why China may be facing deeper long term problems than many in the West are willing to admit. Despite endless predictions of American decline, the United States still leads China in energy production, military power, food security, technological dominance, alliances, and economic productivity, while China faces mounting problems with demographics, debt, energy dependence, and slowing growth.

Source: Victor Davis Hanson: China’s ‘Thucydides Trap’ Theory Doesn’t Hold Up

President Donald Trump says a deal to end the Iran war is possible before his visit to China next week. This comes as Iran’s foreign minister meets with China’s top diplomat in Beijing at China’s invitation. We have the key takeaways. A man accused of opening a secret Chinese police station in New York is on trial this week. What prosecutors say he did to help Beijing carry out its agenda on U.S. soil—and why the case matters. Flora Hua reports from the courtroom. China is reportedly still supplying key drone parts to Russia and Iran despite U.S. sanctions. A new report shows the flow may be increasing. Japanese and U.S. forces conduct live-fire drills in a major regional exercise as security cooperation grows amid rising tensions with Beijing in the South China Sea. A brazen act of foreign interference in Canada: The Chinese Consulate pressured Vancouver city officials to cancel a Shen Yun performance—but failed. 00:00 Intro 01:18 Trump: Deal to End Iran War Possible Before China Visit 01:34 China Top Diplomat Meets With Iran Foreign Minister 02:33 Expert: China, Iran Likely Discussed How to Cope With U.S. 03:14 Greer: Trump, Xi to Discuss China’s Iran Oil Purchases 03:45 U.S. to Address Human Rights During China Visit 04:32 Satellite Chinese Police Station in NYC on Trial: Day 3 07:172.5 Million Tons of Lithium Found in U.S. 07:54 China Still Supplying Drone Parts to Russia, Iran: WSJ 09:02 Japan, U.S. Hold Live-Fire Drills Facing South China Sea 10:45 China Pressured Vancouver Official to Cancel Shen Yun 13:44 Lee Smith on Trump’s Leverage Heading Into Xi Summit 14:02 China Loses Edge as Trump Gains Energy Upper Hand 15:28 Break From Past: Trump to Press Xi on Human Rights 17:29 Trump Faces China Strategy Shaped by Elites 19:57 Taiwan Tied to Broader U.S.-China Strategy 21:31 Trump 2.0: More Leverage, Broader China Push

Source: China Still Supplying Drone Parts to Iran, Russia: Report | China in Focus

Taiwan is raising its military budget to more than 3 percent of GDP, with officials already eyeing an even bigger jump in the years ahead. The move follows President Donald Trump’s call for stronger alliances and deterrence. Members of the free world are responding to Trump’s deterrence call. Across the Indo-Pacific, key allies and partners are boosting their defense budgets. We break it down. How close are we to a war over Taiwan? We spoke with an expert who explains why the West may need to prepare. The Philippines and Australia are joining forces in a new defense pact. The deal boosts military cooperation between the two key U.S. allies and counters growing threats from communist China. Trump speaks out on TikTok, addressing security risks and the future of the Chinese-owned app. Is a sale to American buyers possible? 00:00 Intro 01:10 Key U.S. Asia Defense Partners Favor Budget Rise 02:56 WH: Peace Through Strength Delivering Results 05:05 Paskal: West Should Prepare for China’s Taiwan Invasion 07:51 Nvidia CEO in Taiwan to Visit TSMC 10:14 U.S. Navy Sailor Convicted of Spying for China 10:53 Fed Chair Powell Opens Door to Interest Rate Cut 12:57 Rate Cut Not Guaranteed as Powell Flags Inflation Risks 14:16 Philippines & Australia to Seal New Defense Pact 16:38 Trump Addresses TikTok Safety Concerns, Potential Buyers 17:22 TikTok to Lay Off Hundreds of Staff in UK 18:40 Pandora to Close About 100 Stores in China 19:44 Microsoft Scales Back Chinese Access 20:24 SpaceX Launches Military Spaceplane X-37B 21:09 India Successfully Test-Fires Agni 5 Missile

Source: U.S. Allies Going Big on Defense against China, Taiwan Pres. Vows 5% of GDP | China in Focus

Iran seized a Chinese-owned tanker carrying Iranian oil in the Gulf of Oman. Analysts say the move may point to internal disputes over control of the country’s oil exports. Could Washington and Beijing find common ground on Iran, Taiwan, and trade? We map out the fault lines between the world’s two largest economies—and what to expect from the upcoming summit. Taiwan is passing a $25 billion special defense budget after months of infighting between its two major parties. Here’s why some lawmakers say the budget weakens Taiwan’s defense. A flag-raising ceremony in a Canadian town drew a warning letter from the Chinese embassy to the mayor. The mayor informed police and went ahead with the flag-raising anyway. 00:00 Intro 01:24 Iran Seizes Chinese-Owned Tanker Carrying Iranian Oil 02:54 Chinese-Linked Tankers Facing Disruption in Hormuz 03:31 A Crowded Agenda: Iran, Taiwan, AI, and Trade 03:59 U.S. Presses China to Keep Strait of Hormuz Open 04:46 China Demands U.S. Scale Back Taiwan Arms Sales 05:28 Tariff Truce Holds, President Trump Wants ‘Stability’ 06:14 WH: China Stealing U.S. AI Tech at Industrial Scale 06:49 Rare Earths Remain Beijing’s Sharpest Economic Weapon 07:02 100+ House Members Urge Trump to Fight for Jimmy Lai 07:16 Summit Goal Is Stability, Not a Breakthrough: Experts 08:10 Taiwan Passes $25B Special Defense Budget 09:56 UK Summons China’s Ambassador After Spying Conviction 10:44 Ontario Mayor Raises Falun Dafa Flag Amid CCP Pressure 12:21 Chinese Threat Letter Fails to Silence Mayor 14:58 State Shield CEO on How States Are Combating the CCP 15:36 States Target Chinese Spy Networks in U.S. 19:27 States Move to Block Chinese Land Purchases

Source: Iran Seizes Chinese Tanker With Iranian Oil | China in Focus

For nearly six months, Xi Jinping barely left Beijing. Then suddenly, he reappeared in Shanghai — surrounded by an unusually massive political entourage. Officially, the trip was about science and innovation. But many Chinese observers believe it was something far more serious: a political emergency tied to growing internal tensions inside the CCP. From Xi’s tense appearance to the strange atmosphere of the visit, and the shocking sentencing of former defense ministers Li Shangfu and Wei Fenghe, this episode may reveal a leader who no longer feels fully secure.

Source: Xi Jinping’s Strange Shanghai Trip Triggered New Power Rumors