Month: March 2025

As Chinese experts in Chinese state media debate Trump’s Ukraine shift, some have concluded that in a Taiwan crisis, the U.S. president would respect the power of China and not defend Taiwan. Meanwhile at Beijing’s annual “Two Sessions” political meeting, Chinese Premier Li Qiang pledged to strengthen combat readiness, safeguard national sovereignty and push forward military-civilian reforms. And even before the Two Sessions, China’s top leader Xi Jinping had ordered three kinds of military reforms to “prioritize combat readiness as the foremost duty, with a fundamental orientation of preparing for and engaging in warfare.”Our special guest visiting from Washington, D.C.: Mark Montgomery Retired U.S. Navy Admiral Foundation for Defense of Democracies Senior Fellow Cyber Solarium Commission Executive Director And Tony Hu Former U.S. Department of Defense senior director for China, Taiwan and MongoliaChapters00:00:00 Exclusive: RADM Mark Montgomery, Tony Hu00:00:48 China’s 7.2% Defense Budget Increase 00:03:20 Xi’s Reforms Focus on Warfare Readiness00:05:26 China Holds Drill 40 Miles Off Taiwan 00:10:20 Are Taiwan’s Concerns Over Ukraine Justified? 00:13:08 Is Political Realism Dominating World Affairs?00:20:23 Taiwan’s Concerns About Trump 2.0 Ties

China’s defense ministry has issued a new warning to Taiwan against what Beijing calls separatism at the country’s annual Two Sessions political meeting. The ministry says it’s a force to promote “reunification” with Taiwan.

China is building one of the world’s most ambitious railways—across the Himalayas. A megaproject of tunnels, politics, and risk, will this dream railway connect Nepal to the world, or end in disaster?

On February 21, Vietnam’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs released a new map of the territorial baseline in the Gulf of Tonkin, quietly extending its maritime boundaries by a significant margin. This was a direct slap in the face for the Chinese Communist Party (CCP).

There’s something worse than fentanyl going around. And of course, China is behind it.

A dozen Chinese nationals are now wanted by the FBI, which announced a $10 million reward for information about 10 of the suspects. They’re part of a hacking network taking orders from Beijing. NTD’s sister media The Epoch Times has been confirmed as one of the targets, along with federal agencies, foreign governments, and a religious group.U.S. companies ask lawmakers to crack down on Chinese companies involved in unfair business practices.Lawmakers call on Americans to ditch Chinese-made wireless routers, saying they open the door for hackers. Meanwhile, a congressional committee examines the damage done by Chinese hacking.Taiwan microchip giant TSMC says its $165 billion total investment in the United States is driven by rising demand. The island’s president is calling it a historic moment for U.S.–Taiwan relations.00:00 Intro01:53 Most Wanted: Chinese Cyber Actors Face Charges in the US05:35 US Firms Demand Crackdown on Chinese Importers08:13 House Committee Speaks on China’s Trade Violations13:27 Lawmakers Probe Sabotage, Espionage Threats from CCP17:09 Lawmakers: Chinese-Made Wireless Routers Not Safe17:25 TSMC CEO: US Investment Driven by Customer Demand19:02 A Breakdown of China’s ‘Three Warfares’ Strategy

Japan and the Philippines have agreed to strengthen their defense collaboration and enhance intelligence exchanges. How significant has their strategic alignment been for Indo-Pacific security over the past two years? Our guests Lai I-chung and Roger Liu share their insights.

China’s real estate collapse is killing the Chinese economy. And the CCP can’t fix it.

Three U.S. soldiers are facing charges for their plots in helping China stealing U.S. military secrets. The leaked documents include the Pentagon’s plan to defeat China in a potential conflict.Mexico’s president pledges to review tariffs on China. Why could the move be a victory for President Donald Trump?Two U.S. alliances are making waves. Would Japan and NATO lend Washington their support if the United States came under attack? Trump says he’s not sure.What information are Chinese hackers looking for when they steal American data? A former intelligence officer whose DNA information was lifted by China shares his take.00:00 Intro01:14 Army Soldiers Charged of Selling Top Secrets to China02:50 Mexico to Review Its Tariffs on China03:51 China’s Imports Tumble Amid Trump Tariffs04:38 China’s Foreign Ministry Vows Response to US Tariffs05:42 Trump Criticizes Security Treaty with NATO, Japan09:26 Devore: a Consolation to Think CCP Has My DNA17:32 US Offered to Resettle Uyghurs Before Thai Repatriation19:20 Human Rights Group Condemns CCP’s Forced Organ Harvesting

China doesn’t have 1.4 billion people. The country is experiencing a sudden and severe population decline, which has devastated its economy. This demographic collapse is visible to ordinary citizens, as empty streets, deserted shopping malls, and struggling businesses reveal the reality of a shrinking country. The economic downturn is not just theoretical—businesses across industries are suffering from the disappearance of customers. To address the growing problem of hollowed-out communities, Beijing has begun merging villages as a first step in restructuring rural areas.1. Impact of population decline on business and real estate2. The village merger program3. Impact on consumer spending

Recent discussions online suggest that China’s machine tool industry lags 50 years behind Europe, the United States, and Japan. While this claim may seem exaggerated, comparative data indicates a significant gap. In the 1990s, small workshops in Japan were already ahead of China, a country recognized for its manufacturing capabilities. The spindle speed of Chinese machine tools is only a quarter of that in other countries. In the field of advanced CNC machine tools, China has yet to develop its own version, while other countries have already introduced newer generations. This disparity has led to frequent online discussions about China’s machine tool industry. Two commonly cited arguments are the “manufacturing collapse theory,” which suggests that if China loses access to foreign machine tools, its manufacturing sector would struggle, and the “defense collapse theory,” which argues that without Japanese machine tools, China would face challenges in producing aircraft carriers and fighter jets.

There’s speculation that Canada and Mexico could join President Trump’s tariffs on China! That might let them off the hook with tariffs, but will this actually happen?

00:00 Introduction00:26 Chinese Economy: Two Sessions, 2025 Targets, Deficits & Debt12:30 China’s Mixue Dethrones McDonalds?

Observers and business leaders across the world have expressed their optimism towards the Chinese economy, as China targets an economic growth rate of around 5 percent in 2025, according to a government work report submitted Wednesday to the national legislature for deliberation. #GLOBALink

President Donald Trump shares a major announcement while addressing a joint session of Congress: Reciprocal tariffs are coming.The United States is prepared for war, Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth says hours after a Beijing spokesperson threatened the United States.Satellite images show China could be building a huge military center underneath West Beijing. Analysts say it could protect senior communist leaders from nuclear strikes. Military experts from the United States and Taiwan break it down.00:00 Intro01:07 Trump: Reciprocal Tariffs to Start on April 204:39 Hegseth on China’s Threat of War: US Is ‘Prepared’06:28 China to Increase Defense Budget by 7.2:26 Reports: China Building Huge Military Complex in Beijing11:54 Trump’s Pick for Key Pentagon Position Scrutinized15:17 DOJ Charges Chinese Hackers Linked to Major Breach16:26 Chinese Medical Devices in US Hospitals17:58 Satellite Image Discloses Potential China’s Supercarrier19:11 China Sets Stimulus Plan to Offset US Tariff Impacts

Let me zoom in and show you. Behind me, there are over 2,000 unsold vehicles packed tightly together. Most of these cars were repossessed from dealerships and 4S stores that went bankrupt. This is Liangshan, Shandong, and these are mostly new cars that have been sitting in inventory for about three years. But their prices are now much lower than brand-new models. Seeing so many unsold cars lined up like this isn’t a good sign. It means new cars are getting harder to sell and losing value faster. To me, this reflects the decline of the entire industry. Do you think there’s still a chance for a recovery?

Philippines Vows To Fight Against China’s Potential Air Defence Zone Move | Spotlight | N18GThe Philippine defence secretary said his country and its allies would take measures to counter any attempt by China to impose an air defence zone or restrict freedom of flights over the South China Sea. The country’s top defence official Gilberto Teodoro said that China’s increasing aggression in the region remains the greatest threat to the national security of the Philippines. Confrontations over the strategic waterway, which Beijing claims almost in its entirety, have spiked between Chinese and Philippine Coast Guard and Navy forces the recent times. Manila’s assertion of a united front against Chinese expansionism means the unfolding of existing and new defence alliances in the region. Apart from the Philippines’ neighbours, it also implies an even more significant defence role for Japan, Australia and the most important treaty ally of all, the United States.—The Philippines | China | South China Sea | Xi Jinping | Gilberto Teodoro | Philippines China Relations | Firstpost | News Live | World News | Latest News | Global News | International News | News | Trending News#phlippines #philippinedefense #philippinesnews #china #chinanews #xijinping #firstpostspotlight #firstpost #newslive #worldnews #latestnews #globalnews #news #internationalnews #trendingnews

The Chinese Communist regime operates within a totalitarian framework built on absolute control. Since the start of China’s economic reforms, the CCP has found itself in a paradox. On one hand, it had to loosen control over the private sector to stimulate economic growth. On the other, it could not afford to fully relinquish control, fearing that private ownership and property rights would politically empower citizens and threaten the Party’s authority.The rise of the digital economy has only deepened Xi Jinping’s anxieties, intensifying the CCP’s perpetual struggle to balance economic growth with authoritarian control. It’s proven to be mission impossible.

In China, gold has become a popular investment as shoppers seek safe havens amid economic uncertainty and global tensions, with prices hitting record highs. At Beijing’s Two Sessions meetings, officials expressed confidence in meeting the 5% GDP target by boosting domestic consumption and supporting the private sector, including a $138 billion fund for tech start-ups. The government is prioritizing future industries, highlighting innovations like DeepSeek’s AI chatbot, while financial markets show optimism with Hong Kong shares rallying. However, potential US tariffs pose risks, though Beijing claims readiness with ample policy tools. As economic challenges persist, gold remains a symbol of stability and security for many Chinese citizens.

China’s real estate collapse is killing the Chinese economy. And the CCP can’t fix it.

On March 2, a large-scale protest broke out at the Indonesia Morowali Industrial Park (IMIP), the country’s biggest nickel industrial zone. Indonesian workers went on strike after the management forced them to take company buses to enter the park. The protest turned violent, with workers setting vehicles on fire, attacking Chinese employees, and clashing with the police.Join this channel to get access to perks:

China’s BYD, the world’s largest electric vehicle (EV) manufacturer, released the AI on-vehicle drone system “Lingyuan” in collaboration with DJI, the country’s top drone maker.The drone system, which consists of a docking station on the roof, enabling the drone to take off, charge and track EV travels, can be integrated into all BYD’s EV models. It is now available in Chinese mainland, priced at 16,000 yuan (2,195 USD). And BYD’s Bao8 SUVs integrated with the “Lingyuan” were also launched at the event, with different specifications priced at between 395,800 to 423,800 RMB (about 54,300 to 58,145 USD).

China’s defence budget has grown annually since 2013, reaching $245 billion this year, second only to the US Its military expansion includes the world’s largest navy, with aircraft carriers, assault ships, and advanced submarines. The air force has developed stealth jets and AI-powered unmanned fighters to enhance combat capabilities. A fourth aircraft carrier, expected to be nuclear-powered, is in development. President Xi Jinping emphasises military readiness, aiming not just to prevail but to win future conflicts. Advanced AI and drone technology remain key focuses in China’s military strategy.

Chinese researchers claim they can now detect even the stealthiest submarines—posing a new challenge to U.S. naval supremacy.China has shifted the game by exploring new methods that focus on magnetic detection—an area where submarines cannot easily hide.As a submarine moves through water, it produces a V-shaped surface disturbance known as a Kelvin wake. This disturbance generates a faint magnetic field when ions in seawater interact with the Earth’s geomagnetic field. A revolutionary method for detecting submarines involves analyzing the magnetic fields created by submarine. Other breakthroughs include electromagnetic wave detectors and even airborne “ghost radar” technology capable of emitting low-frequency waves to penetrate seawater and detect submarines hundreds of meters below the surface.