Month: March 2025

China is building a number of ginormous barges, equipped with bridges, for the expected invasion of Taiwan. These will allow much larger quantities of heavy vehicles and troops to be landed, and also increase the number of places where a viable landing can be made. New imagery provides new insights into how they might be used. Unscripted and unedited.

House Republicans are pushing bills to block Chinese nationals from getting student visas and accessing U.S. national labs.A Chinese robotics firm is developing humanoid robots, and the engineer behind the development got his advanced education and training in the United States.Vice President JD Vance is stressing the importance of moving supply chains away from China.Some U.S. clothing retailers are expanding domestic production following President Donald Trump’s push for made-in-America products. However, with opportunities come challenges.00:00 Intro01:27 Bill to Ban Chinese From Getting US Student Visas04:15 China’s Humanoid Robots Learn How to Do Chores06:37 VP JD Vance: US Can’t Rely on Communist China08:00 Upside, Downside of ‘Made in America’ Push10:42 US Meat Exporters Anxious for China Access Renewal11:24 China, Russia, Iran Call for End of Sanctions on Tehran12:11 HK Firm Stocks Plunge Amid Criticism of Port Sales14:50 Rising Bird Flu Human Cases Amid Rising Deaths: China17:49 Taiwan: Tougher Measures Needed to Counter Beijing19:43 What’s Behind TSMC’s $165 Billion Investment in the US

On February 21, 2025, the U.S. Department of Commerce made a final decision on tariffs for Southeast Asian solar panels, raising rates from 21% to a staggering 846%. This hit Chinese solar giants hard, despite their efforts to disguise operations under Malaysian and Vietnamese labels. For over a decade, companies like Jinko Solar and Longi Green Energy built supply chains in Southeast Asia, believing they could bypass U.S. tariffs. But with this move, the U.S. has exposed their strategy, making it clear that Chinese-made products remain at the center of the issue.

China is showing all of the warning signs of taking advantage of a country that’s painted into a corner.

According to the US Department of Justice, two US Army soldiers and a former soldier, accused of selling military secrets to buyers in China, have been arrested.The two active-duty soldiers were identified as Jian Zhao and Li Tian, stationed at Joint Base Lewis-McChord, in Washington state. Zhao, a battery supply sergeant was assigned to the 17th Field Artillery Brigade and Tian is a health services administrator.The former soldier, Ruoyu Duan of Hillsboro, Oregon, served in the Army from 2013 to 2017.All three men are of Chinese origin. The case was investigated by the FBI and the Army Intelligence Command.In this video, Defense Updates analyzes#defenseupdates #usvschina #uschinawar Chapters:0:00 TITLE00:11 INTRODUCTION01:43 CHARGES03:15 NOT THE FIRST TIME06:17 ANALYSIS

President Lai Ching-te has announced 17 measures to combat China’s attempts to undermine Taiwan’s sovereignty and sow discord among the public. The measures include reforms to military law, stricter regulations on Mainland Chinese, Hong Kong and Macao citizens looking to settle in Taiwan, raising awareness of the risks of traveling to China and working with allies to publicize Taiwan’s strong national will.

Amid economic uncertainty, more people are turning to the lottery in hopes of achieving sudden wealth. According to the latest data from China’s Ministry of Finance, national lottery sales reached 620 billion yuan (approximately 84.8 billion U.S. dollars) in 2024, reflecting a 7.6% increase from the previous year and establishing a record high since the lottery began in 1984. With an estimated 300 million lottery players, this equates to an average annual expenditure of more than 2,000 yuan per person on lottery tickets.

China launched four days of live-fire drills on its side of the Gulf of Tonkin just days after Vietnam announced a new baseline to mark what it sees as its territory under U.N. law. Tucked up in the northwestern corner of the South China Sea, the Gulf of Tonkin lies between Vietnam and the militarized Chinese island of Hainan. Hanoi has not reacted to the drills. Our guests: Chyungly Lee National Chengchi University Institute of International Relations Professor and Research Fellow Liou To-hai National Chengchi University College of International Affairs Adjunct Distinguished ProfessorChapters00:00:00 China, Vietnam Tensions in South China Sea00:00:45 China, Vietnam Establish Maritime Baselines00:08:57 China Criticizes Vietnam’s Island construction00:16:48 Will Vietnam Grow More Dependent on China?

Experience the groundbreaking capabilities of Unitree’s G1 humanoid robot as it flawlessly executes kung fu techniques and dynamic dance routines. Witness the future of robotics in action!​In this video, we showcase the G1’s advanced balance and agility, performing martial arts moves with precision and seamlessly transitioning into captivating dance sequences. Developed by Unitree Robotics, the G1 represents a significant leap in humanoid robot technology, blending strength with elegance.​The question is, how will Elon Musk’s Tesla Optimus Robot compete with this agile robot?Enjoyed the video? Don’t forget to like, comment your thoughts, and subscribe for more cutting-edge robotics content.​#UnitreeG1 #RobotKungFu #DancingRobot

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: chinaupdatechannel@gmail.com00:00 Introduction00:24 Local Fiscal Crisis & Reform04:33 Laws and Regulations07:16 Europe-China09:01 China’s Robotics Industry

In recent years, the prices of women’s underwear have been climbing, especially for well-known brands, where a single bra can cost several hundred yuan. This has made it a heavy burden for many consumers. At the same time, the market is flooded with low-quality, cheaper options, leaving women stuck in a dilemma—expensive ones are unaffordable, but the cheap ones don’t last.A female reviewer recently posted a video complaining about the rising prices of women’s underwear.

China has become the world’s second-largest economy, a result of more than forty years of relentless growth. During this period, over eight hundred million people have been lifted out of poverty. However, the good times may be coming to an end as the capital that has financed China’s growth is running out, the energy that has powered its manufacturing is becoming more expensive, and the runaway growth of its property market has suffered a devastating crash. China’s economy is facing the most ominous challenges since the great boom. Nevertheless, China is the main trading partner for more than one hundred and twenty countries, meaning that troubles in the Middle Kingdom could affect and will affect everyone.

Did China just have another Deepseek moment? A new Chinese made AI assistant called Manus is making a storm.

A concerning investigation into child labor practices reveals disturbing evidence from factories in guangdong, despite official denials from authorities . Human rights watch reports highlight ongoing economic exploitation and forced labour occurring in manufacturing facilities, while the rights of the child continue to be violated according to documented cases.

Is this China’s renaissance? Despite a trade war with the United States, China seems to be bounding into a high-tech future, making moves diplomatically, militarily and technologically. But some Chinese regions are facing a weakening economy and the effects of rapid urbanisation. Will China keep rising?

Engine AI is really leaning into the RoboCop aesthetic.Videos circulating on social media show the buzzy Chinese startup’s AI-powered humanoid robots patrolling the streets of Shenzhen. According to Chinese state media, it’s part of an experimental project merging artificial intelligence and law enforcement.The deployment comes as the People’s Republic increases its reliance on AI and robotics for public safety.Will these humanoids evolve to match the abilities of the iconic robotic police officer from the 1987 film? Let’s get to the bottom of it.Robots from Engine AI have been compared to RoboCop since the Shenzhen-based startup emerged from seemingly out of nowhere in fall 2024. The original RoboCop wasn’t screened in China due to strict restrictions on foreign films at the time, but the reboot was a notable success.Zhao Tongyang, a prominent figure in China’s expanding robotics sector, founded Engine AI in October 2023. The founder previously led the team at Xpeng Robotics that developed the Chinese EV maker’s first humanoid robot prototype, the PX5. Xpeng is now training its next-generation humanoid robot, named Iron, for industrial applications.Zhao left Xpeng in 2023, quickly securing nearly $14 million dollars in angel seed funding to launch Engine AI. A year later, the startup’s flagship, the SE01, immediately set a new benchmark for bipedal locomotion with its uncannily humanlike walking gait.#robotics #ai #

The Cook Islands has signed a comprehensive strategic partnership deal with China, raising concerns in New Zealand, with which it has constitutional ties. As a key regional partner in the Pacific Islands, how significant would it be for Taiwan if the Cook Islands cooperates with China? Join the discussion with our guests Liou To-hai and Tony Hu.

Why do so many high-ranking CCP officials keep disappearing? And even more chilling—are some of them being secretly executed or drugged? Beijing just wrapped up the annual “Two Sessions”, the biggest political event of the year where the CPPCC and the National People’s Congress (NPC) convene. But something was off this year—several key officials were missing. So, where did they go? According to Taiwan’s Up Media and political commentator Du Zheng, many of these officials were likely “internally dealt with”—or worse, silenced permanently.1. Missing Officials in the Defense Industry2. The “Disappeared” Officials in Foreign Affairs3. What Happened to the Missing PLA Officers?4. The Arrest of an Official Who Knew Xi’s role during COVIDReferencehttps://www.upmedia.mg/news_info.php?…

South Korean and U.S. F-35s joined a small group of combat aircraft from both countries for “joint precision strike” training missions. The US Pacific Air Forces Command or PACAF stated, “Three U.S. Air Force F-16 Fighting Falcons from the 51st FW; four ROK Air Force F-35A from the 17th FW, Cheongju Air Base ROK; and four Marine F-35Bs from the 1st Marine Aircraft Wing (1st MAW), Marine Corps Air Station Iwakuni, Japan, joined the bombers for simulated precision strike and air interdiction training, validating the two nations’ combined ability to conduct strikes and operated together in a contested environment,”The bomber aircraft in this drill was the B-1B Lancer and this move comes at a time when a portion of these is being relocated to Guam.In this video, Defense Updates analyzes how the B-1B bomber is set to play a crucial role in countering China ? #defenseupdates #b1blancer #usvschina Chapters:0:00 TITLE00:11 INTRODUCTION01:58 KEY EXERCISE with an ALLY02:47 THE RELOCATION in GUAM04:25 B-1B OVERVIEW06:28 ANALYSIS

The discovery last month that a navy member had a Chinese citizen ID has set off alarm. Now, all career soldiers must declare and give up any Chinese ID cards. But for conscripts, having a Chinese ID won’t be an excuse to get out of military service.

The pro-Russian website Bulgarian Military published an article on March 5 titled “J-20 and J-35 are real—China’s ‘White Emperor’ is a big fake.” Written by Boyko Nikolov, the report quickly drew widespread discussion.Join this channel to get access to perks:

Missouri has a message for China: pay up to the tune of $24 billion, or the state will move to seize Chinese assets and farmlands within its bounds. The state won a lawsuit against the country for its handling of the COVID-19 pandemic.Chinese tariffs are hitting American farmers starting Monday. We take a look at what products will feel the effects.Social media platform X just removed thousands of accounts with suspected ties to the Chinese Communist Party. Why have these accounts been going after an American dance company?President Donald Trump is setting up a White House office to resurrect the American shipbuilding industry. We have more details on the urgency for building ships at home.00:00 Intro01:31 Missouri Wins $24B Judgment Tied to China Over COVID-1904:24 New Tariffs on US Farms as Trade Tensions Escalate05:45 China Hits Canada with Fresh Agriculture Tariffs06:20 X Removes CCP-Linked Accounts Targeting Shen Yun08:17 What Audience Members Have to Say About Shen Yun10:03 Trump Launches White House Office of Shipbuilding16:18 Trump: US Talking to 4 Groups on TikTok Sale18:15 Bessent: Trump Confident No Taiwan Invasion on His Watch19:41 Chinese, Russian Naval Vessels Hold Drill in Iran20:34 Young Tibetans Protest in India’s Capital21:49 Annual Profit Down for China’s Evergrande Subsidiary