Month: October 2024

00:00 Introduction00:12 Shanghai Mass Stabbing03:22 South China Sea Tensions05:57 US-China Relations

Even though Chin and Vietnam are both Communist countries, they don’t exactly get along…

Stellantis, the world’s fourth-largest automaker, is tackling the challenge of competing with Chinese EVs by adopting a “Chinese route” strategy. CEO Carlos Tavares has invested in Leapmotor to access cutting-edge technology and reduce costs. While Stellantis produces Leapmotor EVs in Poland and may expand to North America, navigating different regional approaches to Chinese EVs and tariffs remains tricky. Learn why Chinese companies dominate the EV market and how tariffs impact the industry.

Under the 1858 Treaty of Aigun and the 1860 Treaty of Beijing, China’s Qing dynasty ceded land the size of modern Ukraine, Poland, and Lithuania combined to the Russian Empire. It’s the largest territorial loss recorded in China’s modern history.In a local interview, Taiwan President Lai Ching-te remarked that if China’s claims over Taiwan are truly about ‘territorial integrity,’ then China should also seek to reclaim the land Russia seized through treaties in the 19th century. What does he mean? Our guests, Titus Chen and Chris Horton, share their thoughts.

Around 11 a.m. on September 29, a fire suddenly broke out at CATL’s production site, one of China’s leading battery manufacturers. Videos circulating online show a white multi-story building engulfed in flames, with thick smoke rising high into the sky. The fire was visible from tens of kilometers away due to the towering smoke.

Chinese people are turning against Xi Jinping. But not for the reason I imagined.

China tried to cover up its nuclear submarine sinking. How did they even think people wouldn’t notice this?

Solar panels, medication, and Gov. Tim Walz’s time in China—we have the China highlights from the vice presidential debate.BlackRock’s CEO is calling on Western firms to reassess the Chinese market despite Chinese stocks soaring to their best performance in 16 years.U.S. lawmakers are calling foul on Chinese-made vehicles entering the United States through Mexico. They urge Mexican President-elect Claudia Sheinbaum to take action out of concern for national security.A research report shows Chinese firms have spent over $100 billion to get a playbook to avoid paying high tariffs.

On September 5th, the Xi’an Public Security Bureau in Shaanxi Province released a notice across Chinese media, offering a reward for information related to a serious criminal case that occurred in July. The notice identified five suspects involved in the case, all of whom are currently on the run, but no details about the crime itself were provided. The announcement quickly garnered widespread attention online.

Michael Howell, Founder and CEO of CrossBorder Capital, discusses the implications of China’s historic stimulus package and interest rate cut. Now that the world’s two largest economies have cuts interest rates, what does this mean for the global economy?

| Chinese missile boats chased Philippine vessels near the half moon shoal, even directing lasers at a Philippine patrolling aircraft. The shoal located around 110 kms from Philippines has major importance and has potential to be turned into a military base. Its geographical features are such that an airfield can be constructed there, highlighting its importance amidst growing tensions in the region.

Witness the awe-inspiring drone show in Shenzhen that made history on China’s National Day! Over 10,000 synchronized drones lit up the night sky in a mesmerizing display, breaking the world record for the largest drone show ever. This is one of five different shows that are preformed every night for the week in Shenzhen. Watch as the drones create breathtaking formations, celebrating China’s rich culture, technological advancements, and unity. Don’t miss this epic event that wowed the world with its scale, precision, and beauty!

On September 9, the U.S. House of Representatives passed the Taiwan Conflict Deterrence Act. The bill stipulates that if Beijing is about to attack Taiwan, the U.S. Department of the Treasury must disclose the illegal assets of Chinese senior officials in accordance with the law, including members of the Politburo Standing Committee, members of the Politburo, and members of the Central Committee who perform public duties that affect Taiwan, as well as their immediate family members. It will also cut off their and their families’ access to the U.S. financial system and freeze their assets.

00:00 Introduction00:31 Chinese Economy I: Massive Market Rally 05:17 Chinese Economy II: Stimulus Measures & Property 09:21 Seeing The Big Picture: Caixin CommentaryChina 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.

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On September 10, just 13 hours after Apple in the United States released its new iPhone 16 series, Huawei of China also held a press conference in Shenzhen, Guangdong Province, officially launching its first tri-folding screen mobile phone, Mate XT, named “Extraordinary Master”. The price starts from RMB 19,999 yuan, which is US$2,800 per unit. So what are the needs of the first batch of people who are willing to spend a high price to buy a Huawei Mate XT?

Washington says ‘yes’ to over 5-hundred-60 million dollars in weapons sales to Taiwan. Plus, how does each administration’s arms sales to the island stack up against each other? A look at the highlights.Chinese military testing puts Taiwan on high alert — after firing multiple missiles inland. The round of Chinese missile tests comes just after Beijing sent up it’s most powerful warhead in 40 years.A push toward decoupling the U-S and Chinese markets. Congressmen are supporting a bill to discourage Wall Street from investing in China.China issuing a series of measures to spur on its struggling economy. Including the purchase of 28 billion dollars in government bonds. But will it work to boost investor confidence?00:00 Intro01:18 U.S. Approves $567 Million for Taiwan’s Defense02:57 Taiwan Condemns China for Take-Over Rhetoric03:31 China Tests Missiles Inland After Icbm Launch04:28 Bill to Discourage U.S. Investment in Chinese Regime06:42 China Issues Stimulus Measures for Economy 09:27 Swiss Bank Sold Off $15 Billion in Chinese Assets09:54 Economist: Local China Authorities Extort Entrepreneurs12:24 U.S. Joins 4 Nations for South China Sea Drills13:11 Fishermen: Chinese Ships Surrounded Scarborough Shoal14:12 Vietnamese Fishing Boat Attacked by Unnamed Vessel14:32 Hartzler: Recognizing China’s Human Rights Abuses18:20 Report: UK Colleges’ China Campuses Have CCP Branches

America’s tariffs on made in China EVs seem to be working!

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The Philippine Coast Guard has withdrawn its BRP Teresa Magbanua from the hotly contested Sabina Shoal in the South China Sea. What does this mean for the territorial disputes between the Philippines and China? Our guests, Arthur Ding and Tiehlin Yen, discuss.

China’s President Xi Jinping has issued a rallying call to help the private sector and mobilise officials around the nation to prioritise reviving the economy. In an unexpected Politburo meeting on September 26, 2024, top Beijing officials also vowed to help tide over enterprises facing hardships. They encouraged local officials to be bold with moves to boost the economy without worrying about the consequences of making mistakes.

Taiwan’s Mainland Affairs Council has denounced Chinese leader Xi Jinping’s claims that Taiwan is a “sacred territory” of China “connected by blood,” saying that Taiwan has never been a part of China and urging Xi to respect the will of the Taiwanese people.