Channel email: [email protected]:00 Introduction00:13 China’s Military Crisis04:26 Chinese Economy: Growth Targets & Debt Growth08:45 The Plight of True Journalists

China’s military leadership is facing an unprecedented hollowing out, as Beijing removes two top figures from the Central Military Commission (CMC), including Vice Chairman Zhang Youxia, long seen as Xi Jinping’s most trusted general. The latest purge is part of a broader pattern that has defined Xi’s third term, raising questions about whether it reflects unchallenged personal power or deepening political insecurity. With senior commanders gone and the institutional balance disrupted, what does this mean for the PLA’s effectiveness and internal cohesion? And how might these internal shocks shape China’s calculations toward Taiwan? In this episode, we examine the implications of the CMC purge, Xi’s grip on the military, risks of miscalculation, and whether turmoil inside the PLA makes a Taiwan contingency more or less likely.*Recorded on January 29, 2026 at 4:30pm Taiwan Standard Time

Viral videos show PLA troop movements around Beijing and across multiple regions in China, including armored vehicles, missile units, helicopters, and ground forces. Are these deployments real—and who authorized them? This episode analyzes the footage, explains what these movements likely signal inside China’s elite power struggle, and breaks down whether they point to war preparation, internal pressure tactics, or growing instability within the PLA.

Three US senators posted on social media saying that Taiwan’s opposition is blocking a special defense budget needed to bolster the country’s defense in the face of Chinese aggression.

Xi Jinping is on the warpath! He’s purging top generals, including Zhang Youxia, whom the Wall Street Journal accuses of selling China’s nuclear secrets to the US! But is any of this true?

Something is unfolding in Beijing. General Zhang Youxia may not be in custody! Troops are reportedly moving. Military compounds are sealed. Subways are partially shut down. And now a sudden “nuclear leak” allegation appears in foreign media. Is this a real crackdown—or a political bluff? In this livestream, I break down what’s happening on the ground, why the system looks frozen, and why the Zhang Youxia case is far from settled.

China’s Ambassador Xio Qian has warned Australia could face retaliation if the government proceeds with plans to take back the Port of Darwin.“The Chinese government has an obligation to protect the interests… of Chinese companies overseas,” Mr Qian said.“If anything happens … we have an obligation to take measures to protect the Chinese companies’ interests.”

Japan’s Prime Minister Takaichi Sanae has taken a major political gamble, dissolving parliament less than three months after taking office and calling a snap election that effectively puts her leadership on the line. The move comes amid economic strain, a fractured ruling coalition, and rising regional security tensions driven in large part by China’s actions around Taiwan. Takaichi is seeking a renewed mandate to advance her economic agenda, secure a clearer parliamentary majority and pursue a tougher security posture. But does this rapid political reset promise stability — or greater uncertainty for Japan and the region? In this episode, we analyze the risks and calculations behind Japan’s snap election, possible outcomes, and what the vote could mean for Japan’s security policy, regional partners and Taiwan.

#China #ChineseEconomy #Geopolitics #XiJinpingChina Isn’t Run by Xi Jinping — 3 Hidden Systems Control Everything: Keyu jinChina looks like a one-man dictatorship from the outside. One leader. One party. Absolute control.But that story is dangerously incomplete.In this video, we expose the three hidden systems that actually run China — systems most Western analysts completely ignore. From mayors acting like venture capitalists, to a party-run promotion machine managing 40 million officials, to a strange hybrid model where private companies and the state blur together, this is how China really works beneath the headlines.You’ll learn how a small Chinese city saved an electric vehicle company with a billion-dollar gamble, why local officials compete like CEOs, how China promotes leaders through a brutal performance system, and why tech giants like Alibaba, Huawei, and Tencent are never truly independent.This isn’t propaganda. And it’s not the Western media narrative either.It’s the real machinery behind China’s rise — and why it matters for the future of global power, capitalism, and geopolitics.If you want to understand China beyond slogans, ideology, and headlines, this video will change how you see the world’s second superpower.#China #ChineseEconomy #Geopolitics #XiJinping #HowChinaWorks #ChinaPolitics #EconomicAnalysis #MayorEconomy #Nomenclatura #JackMa #NIO #Shenzhen #ChineseTech #CommonProsperity #GlobalEconomy #ChinaUSRelations

TaiwanPlus speaks with Ja Ian Chong of the National University of Singapore about why Taiwan’s main opposition Kuomintang plans to send a delegation to China, framed as a think tank exchange, and what both sides could gain from engagement.

On January 27, a video uploaded to Douyin shows groups of soldiers in camouflage uniforms, carrying firearms, marching through the city of Xuzhou, an important stronghold in the Eastern Theater Command.

Gatestone Institute senior fellow Gordon Chang weighs in on China’s military purge, U.S. trade partners reportedly shifting their gaze to China and more on ‘Varney & Co.’

China’s People’s Liberation Army General Zhang Youxia is reportedly under investigation for violations of discipline, appearing ensnared in Chinese President Xi Jinping’s ongoing purge of PLA leadership. TaiwanPlus spoke with defense analyst Ming-shih Shen from the INDSR on what the investigation could mean for both sides of the Taiwan Strait.

A U.S. military ship is docking at a strategically vital port in Asia, with the head of U.S. Indo-Pacific Command meeting Cambodian military leaders on board. It’s sending a clear signal to China.The British Prime Minister is heading to China on a state visit. What does he hope to achieve, and what’s at stake?South Korea is urging lawmakers to pass a U.S. investment bill as President Donald Trump signals higher tariffs on Korean goods, putting pressure on Seoul to act quickly. Taiwan may take lessons from its neighboring partner.Texas is further protecting its citizens from the Chinese Communist Party. The state is expanding its list of technologies prohibited for use by state employees.00:00 Intro01:00 US Warship Visits Cambodia Base Upgraded by China02:27 Strategic Importance of Cambodia’s Ream Base03:11 UK Prime Minister Heads to China for Economic Talk04:40 Chinese Spies Hack Downing Street Phones: Report05:28 Seoul Acts on US Deal After Trump’s Tariff Warning09:11 Japan Asks Fishermen to Avoid Disputed Islands Amid China Tensions11:10 Texas Bans State Employees from Using Shein, Temu12:03 Countering Chinese Repression Overseas13:34 Unpacking China’s Latest Military Purges | Analysis

China Military Revolt Sparks Shock as Forces Turn Against CCPThis video examines reports of rare internal unrest within China’s military and the growing questions surrounding loyalty to the Communist Party leadership. It explains what is known so far, why such developments are highly unusual, and how they could affect political stability, governance, and regional dynamics. The analysis focuses on official reactions, expert assessments, and the broader implications for China’s power structure and future decision-making.#CrossWorldNews #ChinaMilitary #CCPLeadership #ChinaPolitics #PLAUpdates #GlobalSecurity

The main content of the program:0:00 Intro0:58 Zhang Youxia Arrest Details Leak Out: A Fierce Shootout Occurred, with Over 30 Casualties. Zhang Youxia’s Fate Remains Unknown.6:12 Reports: CCP Imposes Strict Controls on Major Theater Commands and Family Compounds, Bans Outings; 5,000 Arrested — Military Officer’s Wife Flies Into a Rage.9:36 Failed to Copy Japan, Germany! China’s High-Speed Rail Collapses from the Core – Shakes Violently, Feels Like “a Fast-Moving Tractor.”15:44 China’s Economy in Crisis! Many Young Women Want to Work as Technicians, but Massage Parlor Bosses Are Losing Money Like Crazy – Homeless People Are Sleeping All Over Parks.20:00 Marriage and Dating “Pig-Butchering” Scams Spread Across China — The Full Exploitation Chain Exposed.

Gatestone Institute senior fellow Gordon Chang joins ‘Mornings with Maria’ to break down China’s escalating military purge, mounting internal turmoil and what it means for global security.

Xi Jinping just took down one of the most powerful figures in the PLA.General Zhang Youxia’s sudden fall isn’t just another purge — it exposes deep cracks inside China’s military and the CCP elite. In this episode, I break down what really happened in Beijing, why the silence is so loud, and how a failed power challenge may have pushed China into a far more dangerous phase — including what this could mean for Taiwan.

On January 16, SAIC-GM’s official account issued a statement saying that a large volume of malicious rumors targeting Buick MPV models, including the GL8, had appeared across online platforms. The statement said certain accounts deliberately staged comparison scenes, selectively exaggerated isolated details, and carried out coordinated disparagement, harming the reputation and brand image of the Buick GL8 and other MPVs.

China Update provides the most up to date political, economic, and geopolitical news and 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 and I make the videos. X (Formerly Twitter): / tonychinaupdate Channel email: [email protected]:00 Introduction00:14 PLA Leadership Turmoil: Zhang Youxia 06:00 New Private Tutoring Crackdown?08:13 Chinese Economy: Solar Panel Overcapacity

Drone flies into Taiwan airspace over Pratas Island in South China Sea China broadcasts special ops “decapitation” drill NYT: Chinese maritime militia form massive barriers Taiwan-US coproduction of ammo Taipei says 4 more US arms packages in pipeline Less than two weeks after the US capture of Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro, China released video footage of its own “decapitation strike.” China’s state broadcaster CCTV says the People’s Liberation Army (PLA) exercise was meant to simulate the rescue of a hidden hostage, but the timing and similarities to the US operation led many to speculate that the target was intended to represent Taiwan President Lai Ching-te. Meanwhile, the New York Times has reported on unusual, barrier-like formations of thousands of Chinese fishing vessels, while Taiwan’s military spotted a Chinese drone over Pratas (Dongsha) Island. Could this be a new gray-zone tactic? One theory is that these “civilian” boats could be used to block access to Taiwan’s east coast during a potential crisis, thereby cutting off its critical supply routes. It comes as Taiwan’s defense officials discuss plans for boosting its ammunition stockpiles and announce that four additional US arms packages are in the pipeline. In this special episode, defense experts Guermantes Lailari and K. Tristan Tang are joined by former Czech Chamber of Deputies Speaker Markéta Pekarová Adamová, who shares some of the lessons that Europe has learned from Russian President Vladimir Putin’s ongoing war of aggression against Ukraine. *Recorded on January 19, 2026 at 3pm Taiwan Standard Time Host/Senior Producer: Yin KhvatResearch Assistant: Ryan Pham

The main content of the program:0:00 Intro1:08 Zhang Youxia Officially Ousted! 3,000 PLA Purged – Beijing Rocked by “Night Assassination of the Supreme Leader” Truth!4:44 PLA Generals Rise up, Signing a Joint Letter Calling on the Entire Nation to Overthrow Xi Jinping!8:18 Xi Jinping’s “Decapitation” of Zhang Youxia Triggers Panic; China Stands at a Crossroads of a Major Historical Upheaval.12:55 Xi’s Right-Hand General Falls: Zhang Youxia Purged in Shock CCDI Strike – Is Xi’s Throne Next?17:14 Zhang Youxia Betrayed from within as the Coup Plot is Exposed.20:29 The CIA Released a Video Titled “The Truth About China” Just Before Zhang Youxia was Arrested!———–

The U.S. is ramping up its fight against the Chinese Communist Party—but Europe and Canada are furious about it. As Western elites blame America and flirt with Beijing, China is quietly driving a wedge between allies. Why are U.S. partners turning on Washington while siding with the CCP?

President Donald Trump says Canada opposes the Golden Dome being built over Greenland and “voted in favor of doing business with China.” After revoking Canada’s invitation to join the Board of Peace, questions are being raised: Would closer alignment with China be worth it for Canada?The United States is officially leaving the World Health Organization (WHO). Why this matters—and what it means for America and the future of the WHO.The TikTok deal has been sealed. It’s now majority-owned by American companies. Is the app, with its 200 million American users, secure?Danish troops have landed in Greenland for “Arctic Endurance” training drills—following a stern warning from Trump to NATO allies to increase their military presence in the region.Ukraine’s president has raised concerns that Taiwan’s technology could be helping Russia’s missile program. Taiwan is pushing back. Here’s what the island nation’s president had to say.00:00 Intro00:59 Trump Revokes Canada’s Invitation to ‘Board of Peace’04:51 US Officially Exits World Health Organization07:36 US Exits WHO Over China, COVID Concerns10:08 TikTok Finalizes US Joint Venture to Avoid Ban11:35 Is TikTok Really Secure After the Overhaul?12:20 Denmark Conducts ‘Arctic Endurance’ Drills in Greenland14:01 Taiwan President Responds to Zelenskyy’s Allegation14:44 Thousands of Chinese Fishing Boats Near Taiwan: Analysis16:10 China Exercises Grey Zone Tactics—Dilemma for US17:25 Chinese Drone Flies in Taiwan Airspace, Tests US Limits

Once promoted by the Chinese government as a potential “replacement for Hong Kong,” the Hainan Free Trade Port now faces the harsh reality of becoming yet another unfinished project. One month after the border closure, foreign investment has not arrived. Instead, prices have risen sharply, logistics have grown more complex, and living costs have climbed. The hopes of the island’s residents are being tested—and often broken—by these hard facts.

From Greenland to the Chagos Islands in the Indian Ocean. In a Truth Social post, US President Donald Trump lashed out at the UK government over their handover of the Chagos Archipelago to Mauritius, linking it to his push to acquire Greenland. Like Denmark’s autonomous territory, the UK-owned Chagos hosts a US base (Diego Garcia) that plays a critical role in Washington’s ability to project its power and conduct military and intelligence operations in all regions of the globe. While Trump has stepped back — at least for now — from his threats of using force or tariffs against NATO allies, his remarks have raised fresh questions about US commitments to its alliances and the rules-based international order. Are Chagos and Greenland part of a single strategic vision? Has Trump’s pressure campaign damaged transatlantic trust — and could it drive Europe closer to China? In this episode, we examine the geopolitics of Chagos and Greenland, implications for NATO and the global order, and what a fracturing West could mean for Taiwan’s security and the Indo-Pacific.

Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent says tensions with China have eased, lowering the risk of conflict, as President Donald Trump and Xi Jinping could meet up to four times this year.A new arrangement gives the United States full access to Greenland, including unrestricted military access—with no payment required.A warning comes from NATO, as the alliance’s top military commander discusses the risks of growing China–Russia cooperation in the Arctic.The legendary American hot dog brand Nathan’s Famous is getting a new owner—and it’s in the hands of a Chinese company.Japan is still waiting on billions in U.S. military equipment—some orders are more than five years old. What’s causing the delays?00:00 Intro01:05 Bessent: Trump, Xi Could Meet Four Times in 202604:50 Trump: New Deal Will Give US ‘Total Access’ to Greenland05:46 NATO’s Top General Warns of Russia–China Arctic Ties06:33 Why Is Greenland Militarily Important to the US?07:32 Trump Rules Out Use of Force to Take Greenland10:36 Chinese-Owned Company Buys Iconic US Hot Dog Maker11:25 Lawmakers Warn CCP Tech Threatens US Infrastructure14:37 House Panel Advances Bill Limiting AI Chip Exports15:32 Billions in US Arms Deals to Japan Delayed Over Five Years16:54 Unpacking TikTok’s Use of Cognitive Warfare: Fleming

HUGE EPISODE! – Some horrible mysterious happenings in China – but also – 2 rocket failures. China’s biggest steel group explodes. Then it explodes again in a completely different area. China uses information warfare at Davos against the USA and SO much more.

Taiwan President Lai Ching-te is defending the new US-Taiwan trade deal after it received criticism from opposition parties. The US agreed to lower its tariffs on Taiwanese goods to 15%, and Taiwan committed up to US$500 billion for US-based chip manufacturing.

Taiwan has announced that its US tariff rate has been reduced from 20 percent to 15 percent, matching Japan, South Korea and the EU, as part of a sweeping trade and investment framework with Washington. The deal includes large-scale Taiwanese investment in the US semiconductor, AI and energy industries, along with government-backed credit guarantees and new industrial parks. Supporters argue the agreement strengthens economic integration and resilience, but critics warn it could hollow out Taiwan’s chip industry and weaken its so-called “Silicon Shield” that theoretically deters Chinese aggression. How does Taiwan’s model differ from Japan’s and South Korea’s? And what lessons should Taiwan take from the rise and sudden fall of Japan’s DRAM chip industry in late 20th century? In this episode, we discuss the US–Taiwan trade deal, comparisons with Japan and South Korea, historical lessons from past chip wars, and what the agreement means for Taiwan’s security and future position in global supply chains.

If you’re on China’s internet, you might hear the myth: “China’s drones have already beaten America’s MQ-9 Reaper, not only in performance but also at half the price!” However, the real world has slapped this myth hard. Just two days ago, in response to China’s increasing pressure in the East China Sea, Japan did not fall for the “cheap and good” Chinese drones. Instead, they doubled their budget and increased their purchase of American-made MQ-9Bs. It’s not just Japan—India, the UK, and Canada are all lining up to buy America’s “Reaper.” The most embarrassing part is that even China’s “limitless” ally, Russia, chose to buy Iranian motorcycle engines instead of China’s so-called “high-end drones” when they needed drones the most. This is the reality of the global arms market: American drones are bought for combat, while China’s drones are bought for PowerPoint presentations.

President Donald Trump addressed the World Economic Forum in Switzerland on Wednesday, including the U.S.–China AI race and his plans for Greenland, which he says are driven by perceived threats from China and Russia: “We probably won’t get anything unless I decide to use excessive strength and force, where we would be, frankly, unstoppable. But I won’t do that.”China has imported enough soybeans from the United States to meet what the United States required Beijing to fulfill—and it involved two Chinese state-run companies.Are Chinese electric cars safe? Reports claim two EVs from well-known Chinese brand Xiaomi exploded in a single day. What was the cause?China says its economy grew 5 percent last year amid weak consumer demand and a housing market slump. Experts are casting doubt on the figure.China’s latest death toll is sparking questions. Why is last year’s death toll even higher than during the COVID-19 pandemic, when funeral homes were overwhelmed?00:00 Intro02:47 Trump Says He Will Not Use Force to Take Greenland05:06 China Reaches U.S. Soybean Target Set in Trade Truce06:12 Xiaomi Electric Cars Catch Fire; Two Cases in One Day07:39 Chinese-Made Cars Boom in Mexico Despite 50% Tariffs08:52 Expert Casts Doubt on China’s 5% GDP Growth in 202510:51 China’s 2025 Death Toll Surpasses COVID-19 Pandemic12:50 EU Could Follow U.S. in Banning Chinese Telecom Tech14:50 China Plays Major Role in Sustaining Iran’s Economy16:30 China-Backed Hack Hits U.S. Congressional Email Systems

TaiwanPlus gets defense expert Yuster Yu’s reaction to a New York Times article pointing out huge numbers of Chinese civilian fishing vessels seeming to act in coordination.

Taiwan’s foreign minister Lin Chia-lung said his government was in discussion with the US to open a new representative office in Phoenix, Arizona. The city is a major tech hub and Taiwanese chip giant TSMC employs hundreds of workers there.

Besides the record US$11 billion US arms package for Taiwan, another four packages are said to be in the pipeline. What does this mean for US-Taiwan relations and for cross-strait tensions