Year: 2023

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Japan’s government will start imposing an export ban on cutting-edge semiconductor manufacturing equipment to China in spring after Tokyo amends a foreign exchange law to allow doing so. Reuters cited from Japanese Kyodo News, reporting that the new law will not mention China specifically to avoid the risk of retaliation from the Chinese regime.

China Update is about China economic and political news and analysis #chinaupdate 00:00 Introduction 00:43 US-China: Balloon Fallout & Philippines Military Deal 05:46 Chinese Economy: Housing Crisis

China deployed a Balloon capable of surveillance over the United States. The Pentagon briefings were limited in details and the competitive Press wrote highly speculative assessments of the threat. This rallied Americans coast to coast because there wasn’t much else going on this week.

We have new pictures that show the U.S. Navy recovering remnants of the Chinese spy balloon off Myrtle Beach.

Japan has been worried about the growing aggressiveness of China and has allocated double the amount of its GDP for defense spending as a result. Japan doesn’t have nuclear weapons, but there is increasing discussion about whether it should develop its own nukes. In this episode of China Unscripted, we discuss the United States’ nuclear umbrella, the US-Japan relationship, and how decades of poor US policy has resulted in mistrust between the two allies. Joining us in this episode is Dr. Robert Eldridge, an

The US has been trying to mitigate the risks of foreign investment, especially from China. But there’s a strong lobby in Washington from Wall Street, which is addicted to Chinese money and doesn’t seem to be trying to kick its habit. In this episode of China Uncensored, we look at some of the loopholes in US foreign investment laws, how China could use those loopholes to steal intellectual property (IP), and how this could be a huge liability when it comes to national security.

Is it futile to resist China’s superpower status? Is it time for the United States to live with it? Depending on the answer, the world could be heading towards more stability – or chaos. Kishore Mahbubani was a Singaporean diplomat for more than 30 years and served as president of the United Nations Security Council. He tells host Steve Clemons that the US should get accustomed to a multipolar world it can no longer dominate. Mahbubani argues that the “Asian century” has already begun and that Wash

China wants Taiwan, an independent democratic island nation off its east coast, to be part of it, and has threatened to take it by force if necessary. While many analysts agree China will invade Taiwan at some point, no one knows when. In this episode of China Uncensored, we look at the prediction one US general made about 2025, why others have predicted different dates, and why Xi Jinping isn’t the problem with China’s aggressiveness in the Taiwan Strait.

Eyes in the skies? The #Pentagon is currently tracking a suspected Chinese #SpyBalloon flying over the United States. It’s been lingering over a military base, raising all sorts of security alarms. Gliding in at around the same size as three buses end-to-end, the balloon is visible from earth. 00:00 Intro 00:44 Blinken Delays China Trip After Spy Balloon Discovery 03:38 Gaffney: Chinese Balloon Presents ‘Special Concern’ 06:22 Comer Asks Kerry for Info on CCP Meetings 08:35 Report: Rep. Chu Tied to Non-Pro

Some in Japan say Japan should consider developing its own nuclear weapons because of the ever increasing threat from its neighbor China. China has threatened to take their mutual neighbor Taiwan, which would put China, its hostile neighbor, right on Japan’s doorstep. In this episode of China Unscripted, we discuss Prime Minister Fumio Kishida’s world tour ahead of the G7 meeting, why some in Japan want nuclear weapons, Japan and India’s relationship, and what it would mean for Japan if China took Taiwan. J

Like almost everything made in China, cars are cheaper than most brands made elsewhere. That’s a huge draw for consumers, since cars are a large ticket item. But like with all things made in China, there are concerns about them. In this episode of China Uncensored, we look at the growth in Chinese car exports, why Chinese cars could be a national security threat, and how one UK government vehicle has already been found to be spying for China.

Global #pushback against the #ChineseCommunistParty: Beijing warns U.S. House Speaker Kevin McCarthy not to visit Taiwan. In Europe, the Czech Republic’s House speaker plans to visit Taiwan, too. Back in the United States, a bill aims to prevent American reserve oil from getting sold to China, while some lawmakers are rooting out foreign influence in U.S. schools. And in the Indo-Pacific, alliances with the United States are getting stronger. 00:00 Intro 00:45 House Speaker Responds to China Over Taiwan V

For years, China has been flying its jets near Japan’s air space, which Japan responds to by scrambling its jets. It’s not clear what China is playing at by doing this, but we discuss some possible reasons. We also talk about the US-Japan alliance, the disputed Senkaku islands controlled by Japan and whether the US would abandon Okinawa in the event of a China invasion. Joining us in this episode is Dr. Robert Eldridge, an expert on Japan’s security and diplomacy and a senior researcher for the Japan Forum

China and Japan have been in a heated dispute over several islands in the East China Sea called the Senkaku Islands in Japan and the Diaoyu Islands in China. Japan controls the islands but China still lays claim to them. In this episode of China Unscripted, we discuss the importance of the islands, China taking Okinawa, and how Japanese feel about Japan’s increasing militarization due to the threat from China. Joining us in this episode is Dr. Robert Eldridge, an expert on Japan’s security and diplomacy and

China Update is about China economic and political news and analysis #chinaupdate 00:00 Introduction 00:50 Hu Xinyu 02:54 Chinese Economy: Government Debt & Deficits 06:23 Is the Worst Over?

China’s top nuclear #weapons lab is using American-made #microchips for its research. That’s despite grappling with U.S. sanctions for decades. The chips are made by American giants like Intel and Nvidia. But how does the Communist regime get its hands on the sanctioned technology? Under the restrictions, Chinese companies have turned to resellers to get the chips. Some of them, openly available in one of China’s largest online marketplaces: Taobao. What do you think of the workaround? And what should the U

Beijing’s COVID-19 epidemic has reached “temporary herd immunity” and is almost over, according to a local health official on Tuesday, another indication that China’s viral wave is diminishing. Since the ruling Communist Party abruptly discontinued its zero-COVID policy last month, a flood of cases have spread throughout the country with the largest population in the world. #India #UnionBudget2023 #WION

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0:00 Highlight 0:27 An artist famous for paintings praising the CCP passed over 2:10 The Chinese Navy is just a ‘rookie’ that can be destroyed if it enters Taiwan 7:39 Bill Gates’ controversial speech on the “rise of China” 10:25 “Spring Gala” scandal prompts a China’s Central Commission speak out at midnight 15:38 ‘If someone falls to the ground, there will be a stampede’: tourist chaos during Chinese New Year ——————- #SpotlightOnChina #China #ChinaInsights

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“The Communist Party is good, the Communist Party is good, the Communist Party is good.” People might think the woman singing this song on a street in China is praising the Chinese government. However, a video published on Twitter on January 28 showed she meant just the opposite. ——————- #SpotlightOnChina #China #ChinaInsights

China has said it wants to reunify with Taiwan, and has said it will take Taiwan by force if necessary. In this episode of China Uncensored, we look at China’s claim that Taiwan used to be part of China, why China wants Taiwan, and why Taiwan’s Democracy is such a frustration to the Chinese Communist Party (CCP).

The Taliban has caught China’s theft. 2 Chinese nationals have been arrested for trying to smuggle lithium-bearing rocks. How much lithium does Afghanistan have? Molly Gambhir reports. #gravitas #china #taliban

Does China have enough #food to feed its people? After months of summertime flooding in recent years and a three-year COVID-19 lockdown that locked #farmers inside their homes and away from their fields, the Chinese Communist Party says the country has reaped bountiful harvests for the past 13 years. But at the same time, it’s encouraging citizens to add something called rice bran into their diets. The fiber is usually reserved for livestock feed and fuel-making, and was only consumed widely by Chinese peop

On January 22nd, the Sanmenxia Dam in Henan Province, which is known as the first dam on the Yellow River, unexpectedly released water, causing the water level of the river to surge. At the time, the downstream of the river had almost dried up and many people were taking photos by the shallow banks of the river. However, some people who were in the middle of the river were not able to evacuate in time and were swept away by the sudden deluge of water. Witnesses reported that the river had risen by about 1.8

When US companies go to China, they’re more often than not required to partner with a local Chinese company. This allows the Chinese company access to their trade secrets, which can be stolen and used to put the American company out of business. In this episode of China Unscripted, we discuss US companies’ protection against IP theft, what the US government is doing (or not doing) about it, and an example of a Chinese espionage mission gone wrong. Joining us in this episode is Nicholas Eftimiades, a senior

China is one of the least free countries on this planet and we have the proof!

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Recently, a large number of experts, academics, performers, celebrities, and officials who were members of the Communist Party of China have died. As reported by Chinese-language media outlet Da Yi Yuan, 10% of Chinese officials have passed away.

3,126 views Premiered 3 hours ago #Run #FleeChina #ZeroCOVID The Beijing government has implemented a strict zero-COVID policy for almost three years since the start of the coronavirus pandemic in China in late 2019, causing numerous humanitarian issues. Residents are struggling with depression, desperation, and restrictions on their lives during lockdowns, joblessness, and speech censorship. Some private business owners are seeking refuge for their wealth and families due to government oppression. This h

China’s Belt and Road Initiative (BRI) was part of the new “China Dream” Xi Jinping promised when he came into power. It was supposed to make Chinese companies a lot of money at the same time as helping other countries do big infrastructure projects with Chinese financing. Unfortunately, “made in China” quality can also be made overseas. In this episode of China Uncensored, we look at the social, environmental and financial issues facing Belt and Road projects, the poor craftsmanship of BRI projects and how

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The Chinese Communist Party undoubtedly surprised the world when it put an end to the Zero-COVID policy, but no one imagined the chaotic scenario that was to follow. The pandemic is not only hitting China, but also other regions illegally occupied by the communist authorities, such as Tibet. ——————- #SpotlightOnChina #China #ChinaInsights

#Beijing is in the hot seat. Lawmakers are introducing a slew of bills targeting the Chinese Communist Party. From repaying trillions of dollars under the “China Lied, People Died” Act, to holding Beijing accountable for the #pandemic. What exactly is our stance towards China? Head of the House China Select Committee is questioning whether the U.S. sees China as the biggest threat to American soil. That’s after president Biden lifted solar panel tariffs, citing Climate as the biggest threat. But what do you

In another sign that the spread of Covid is way worse than official statistics in China show, coffins are selling out rapidly. Despite the controversy surrounding EcoHealth Alliance for funding the Wuhan Institute of Virology, the US is still giving it money! World of Warcraft has gone offline in China—at least for now. Watch this episode of China Uncensored for that and more of this week’s China news headlines.

Remember when the Chinese government said they are a democracy?

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In December 2022, the Chinese government lifted the “Zero COVID” pandemic prevention measures, according to which nucleic acid testing everywhere will also be reduced except for schools, hospitals, and nursing homes. However, Dongxiang district, Jiangxi province, China, recently went in the opposite direction and openly defied the pandemic prevention and control orders of the Central Committee of China ——————- #SpotlightOnChina #China #ChinaInsights

The #UnitedStates is signaling plans for a more active economic presence in several #Africancountries as the Chinese regime’s Belt and Road Initiative stakes its influence there. The Chinese infrastructure plan has also been dubbed “debt trap diplomacy.” Under it, over $100 billion have flooded into African countries over the years. But why is Africa so important to these two superpowers? And should the United States be pouring more money into the region? 00:00 Intro 00:49 Yellen Voices U.S. Support Amid

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According to Caixin Global, China’s graft busters have handed over Lu Jun, the former manager of China’s biggest state-run semiconductor investment fund, to prosecutors. They will decide whether to press criminal charges against him. According to a statement from the Central Commission for Discipline Inspection (CCCI), Lu Jun has been expelled from the Chinese government system for taking bribes, embezzling public funds, and abusing his position at a state-owned enterprise. ——————- #SpotlightO

Doctoring evidence to go with your lame ass narrative? Doesn’t sound like something a CCP propagandist would do!