Month: May 2025

Beijing is asking the United States to cancel its China tariffs two days ahead of trade talks. What did President Donald Trump say about the upcoming conversation?Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent is updating the House Financial Services Committee on the state of the global economy. We have the details on his upcoming order to go after Chinese entities involved in the fentanyl trade.In China, a rising number of protests are erupting across the country, largely over long overdue wages. We look at how the trade war is contributing to China’s social unrest.In a landslide vote for humanity, the U.S. House passed the Stop Forced Organ Harvesting Act by a vote of 406–1. We have the details on its impacts.00:00 Intro01:29 China Asks US to Cancel Tariffs Before Trade Talks03:55 Trump to Bring Up Jimmy Lai During China Trade Talks04:32 Bessent Testifies on US-China Trade Ahead of Tariff Talks06:45 Trade War Pushes Workers to Protest in China08:51 US House Passes Stop Forced Organ Harvesting Act12:17 US Typhon Missiles Target Beijing’s Ambition for Taiwan13:54 China’s Role in India-Pakistan Tensions15:28 New Moves in China-Russia Alliance Against US16:22 Perdue’s Ambassadorship on US-China Relations18:37 New US Envoy to China on Trade Tensions🔵Tiffany Meier’s documentary Hollywood Takeover – how Beijing is rewriting the script in America’s film industry: hollywoodtakeover.com

The United States Navy may be the most technologically advanced and broadly capable seafaring service on this planet, but in terms of sheer numbers, America’s globe-spanning Navy pales in comparison to the maritime juggernaut that is China. So, what can America do to turn the shipbuilding tide? Let’s discuss.

The goal of this video is not to cost these hardworking individuals their jobs but to shed light on a complex and multifaceted reality. The spark to film this video came after I watched a short video about Shein Village on Red, a Chinese social media platform. I noticed comments describing the unpleasant experiences of Shein’s suppliers and supply chain workers. Later, I discovered that The Wall Street Journal had also reported on labor exploitation at Shein. Wanting to verify these claims, I decided to visit the village myself.To be honest, the working conditions are not bad at all—they align with industry standards in China. The pay rate reflects the market price, and while hours are long, many workers are paid per piece, meaning the more they work, the more they earn. Overtime is sometimes mandatory due to rush orders, but there is no additional overtime pay—only piece-rate wages, which is a common practice in China’s garment manufacturing industry.These workers are not classified as Shein employees because they work for factories that handle Shein’s outsourced production. While filming, I felt deeply conflicted. On one hand, the workers and factory owners are grateful for the orders, as they rely on this work to support their families in a competitive urban economy. Many have no better alternatives but to endure situations mentioned in this video in silence. I am glad that Shein provides business opportunities for these workers, enabling them to make a living. However, because Shein is so dominant, it holds immense bargaining power, driving down the prices it pays to factories. This system undeniably exploits China’s low-cost labor. I do wish these workers were better compensated for their labor—but at whose expense? I don’t know….At 6:30 – Translation Note:The worker says in Mandarin that earning over 10,000 CNY/month requires working “shí jǐ gè xiǎo shí” (十几个小时, literally “ten-some hours”). The direct translation should be “over 10 hours of work.” My use of “12+ hours” was a personal interpretation of the phrase based on this specific context (“ten-some” in everyday usage often suggests a moderate addition, leans toward 12–18, sometimes excluding the extremes (11 or 19)). For full documentary accuracy, “over 10 hours” is the more neutral translation. I appreciate my audience’s effort in ensuring translation precision. 🙂 SHEIN Supplier Factory Wage Investigation Report: https://www.sheingroup.com/protecting…

The U.S.-China trade war reveals China’s urgency to negotiate due to economic pressures. Despite domestic propaganda claiming strength, the yuan’s weakness—hovering at 7.3 against a dollar index of 100—exposes vulnerabilities. China has made concessions, including $40 billion in U.S. tariff exemptions, softened rhetoric on reciprocal tariffs, and proposing fentanyl as a negotiation entry point. The EU’s fines on TikTok and scrutiny of Chinese exports add international pressure. U.S. Treasury Secretary Bessent’s hardline stance contrasts with Trump’s friendlier tone, yet China avoids retaliating against U.S. provocations, signaling a pragmatic shift. Historical data shows the yuan’s persistent decline, driven by weak fundamentals and reliance on state-owned banks to prop up its value. These developments underscore China’s prioritization of trade talks to stabilize its economy, despite domestic posturing.

‘The Big Money Show’ tackles the upcoming meeting between the Trump administration and China regarding tariffs and trade negotiations. #foxbusiness #foxbusiness #uschinatradewar #uschinatrade #trump

A deadly attack in Kashmir and retaliatory military strikes have escalated tensions between nuclear-armed India and Pakistan, sparking global concerns about regional security and economic instability. In this video, we unpack the broader risks to South Asia’s economy as cross-border hostilities flare and diplomatic ties fray.Subscribe for full analysis on global markets, policy shifts, and economic trends.00:00 Introduction 00:18 India-Pakistan Tensions 04:21 Fed Holds Steady on Rates as Powell Flags Tariff Risks 08:05 UK and India Seal Landmark Trade Deal

Brig. Gen. Doug Wickert, 412th Test Wing commander, delivered a sobering assessment of China’s growing military capabilities during a recent briefing.#usa #china #military

Protests from furious factory workers in China demanding back pay are spreading across the country after President Trump’s tariffs on Chinese imports began impacting the communist nation’s economy. NY Post reporter Anthony Blair shares this story. Unrest has been reported across the country as workers have taken to the streets protesting unpaid wages and challenging unfair dismissals following the closures of factories squeezed by US tariffs, according to Radio Free Asia.Chinese industry leaders, meanwhile, are “extremely anxious” about the steep duties, with many telling factories and suppliers to halt or delay supplies, Wang Xin, head of an industry group representing more than 2,000 Chinese merchants told the Financial Times.

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China’s economic downturn has begun to ripple through its banking sector, with 199 small and medium‑sized banks deregistered, merged or dissolved by early 2024—far more than in the previous three years combined. That tally included 36 credit cooperatives, 56 rural commercial banks and 100 village banks, according to Enterprise Early Warning Tong data.Join this channel to get access to perks:

President Trump says he won’t pull back tariffs in order to get China to the negotiating table. This, as the treasury secretary and trade representative are slated for talks with their Chinese counterparts this weekend.China’s six biggest banks report a $1 billion profit drop. What this means for China’s economy.What do the upcoming US-China trade talks signal about China’s economic state? Which side has the upper hand? Jacqueline Deal, President and CEO of Long Term Strategy Group breaks it down.A crackdown on China’s Trade Tactics. Countries in Asia tighten export rules to prevent “origin washing,” a strategy China uses to bypass Washington’s tariffs.And, President Trump swears in his new ambassador to China. What the President is expecting, and how his new man in Beijing might handle rising trade tensions.00:00 Intro01:37 Trump: Not Pulling Back China Tariffs for Negotiations02:26 US, China to Hold Ice-Breaker Trade Talks Saturday04:15 China’s 6 Largest Banks Reflect Huge Profit Drops05:07 Analysis: ‘Business as Usual with Beijing Unacceptable’09:16 China Faces Export Curbs Over ‘Origin Washing’11:14 Trump Holds Swearing in Ceremony for Envoy to China12:45 Senator: China Can Still Access 9 US Telecom Firms14:36 Xi Jinping Arrives in Moscow for Talks with Putin15:13 Taiwan Bills Pass in House Amid Rise in CCP Aggression17:57 Lawmakers: China’s Spying from Cuba an ‘Alarming Threat’20:15 S. Korea Court: Shen Yun Allowed to Perform

As the tariff war escalates, a classified CCP directive has surfaced — so secret it could only be read in sealed “confidential rooms” under surveillance. I’ll walk you through this leaked document and reveal what it exposes about Xi Jinping’s biggest fear and his master plan to counter Trump in Trade War 2.0:1. The contents of the classified directive2. Reactions from within the CCP

Longtime friends Dr. Elizabeth Economy and Michael Dunne sit down to discuss the transformation of the Chinese automobile industry, the roots of electric vehicles in China, the demand for electric vehicles (EV) both in the United States and globally, and how the United States can best compete in a rapidly changing environment.ABOUT THE SERIESChina Considered with Elizabeth Economy is a Hoover Institution podcast series that features in-depth conversations with leading political figures, scholars, and activists from around the world. The series explores the ideas, events, and forces shaping China’s future and its global relationships, offering high-level expertise, clear-eyed analysis, and valuable insights to demystify China’s evolving dynamics and what they may mean for ordinary citizens and key decision makers across societies, governments, and the private sector._____

Last week there were rather large protests in the capital Taipei against the ruling TPP party and President William Lai. This news got suprpisingly little coverage in western media, which usually is so keen on showing all kinds of “people’s power” movements when they occur against governments the west doesn’t like. But this time, rather a wave of silence.

With war between India and Pakistan breaking out, how will China turn things to its advantage?

The U.S. House of Representatives has unanimously passed a bill supporting Taiwan’s participation in international organizations. That comes ahead of the World Health Organization’s annual meeting later this month.

00:00 Introduction00:26 US-China Trade War: High-Stakes Talks Begin03:46 Chinese Economy: More Poor Data 07:53 Huawei Pushes Ahead with Advanced Chip Production 10:20 U.S. Commander’s Taiwan War Warning

This robot has has enough!

Forbes Chairman and editor-in-chief Steve Forbes weighs in on the state of China’s economy, tariff turmoil and Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent backing President Donald Trump’s economic approach.

With war between India and Pakistan breaking out, how will China turn things to its advantage?

Top 14 Latest Indian Defence News Headlines on today’s “Indian Defence Updates” episode 7-5-2025 are as follows :

Everyone talks about China’s military rise, but few ask the real question: can they actually sustain a war? In this clip ‪@RyanMcBethProgramming‬ breaks down what really wins wars: logistics. From battlefield command structures to frozen chicken patties in Egypt, they expose the unglamorous, but decisive, actors that separate military might from military myth. As China builds up its arsenal, is it prepared for the grind of global conflict? Or is the U.S. quietly unbeatable where it counts most?

In this episode, Sal Mercogliano — a maritime historian at Campbell University (@campbelledu) and former merchant mariner — updates the situation with US ports as of May 6, 2025 and how US exports are faring during the tariffs. #supplychain #containers #tariffs #ports #containerships 00:00 Introduction00:51 US Port Status 03:11 US Imports 06:52 US Exports 10:38 Port of Los Angeles 15:37 Container Liners Realign 18:45 US Commodity Exports: Grain and Petroleum 22:08 Conclusion

Russia said Ukrainian attack drones targeted Moscow overnight Wednesday for a third straight day, forcing airports in the Russian capital to close temporarily. This attack comes as Chinese President Xi Jinping begins his four-day visit to Russia. CBS News foreign correspondent Anna Coren has more.

The disputed Sandy Cay reef consists of several sandbanks located just over one nautical mile northwest of Philippine-controlled Thitu Island and nine nautical miles northeast of China-militarized Subi Reef. Our guests Lai I-chung and Tony Hu analyze the latest incident of escalation.

As the U.S.-China trade war intensifies, Japanese firms face growing challenges in China. Media reports indicate Nissan Motor is navigating unprecedented difficulties.Join this channel to get access to perks:

Walter Russell Mead explains why China pays far more attention to U.S. alliances in the Indo-Pacific—like with India, Japan, and Australia—than to Europe. He explores how Beijing interprets Trump’s mixed signals on trade and diplomacy, and why China sees the QUAD and regional partnerships as a greater threat than NATO.————————————————————————————————————-Walter Russell Mead is the Ravenel B. Curry III Distinguished Fellow in Strategy and Statesmanship at Hudson Institute, the Global View Columnist at The Wall Street Journal, and the James Clarke Chace Professor of Foreign Affairs and Humanities at Bard College in New York. He is also a member of Aspen Institute Italy and board member of Aspenia.Before joining Hudson, Mr. Mead was a fellow at the Council on Foreign Relations as the Henry A. Kissinger Senior Fellow for U.S. Foreign Policy. He has authored numerous books, including the widely-recognized Special Providence: American Foreign Policy and How It Changed the World (Alfred A. Knopf, 2004). His latest book is entitled The Arc of A Covenant: The United States, Israel, and the Future of the Jewish People.————————————————————————————————————–Conversations feature John Anderson, former Deputy Prime Minister of Australia, interviewing the world’s foremost thought leaders about today’s pressing social, cultural and political issues.John believes proper, robust dialogue is necessary if we are to maintain our social strength and cohesion. As he puts it; “You cannot get good public policy out of a bad public debate.”

After weeks of gritting its teeth under mounting U.S. pressure, Beijing has reached a breaking point, denying any talks with Washington: No talks. No negotiations. No meetings. Meanwhile, Washington insists: Of course we’re talking — we’ve been in daily contact. The truth may involve one of the hottest geopolitical flashpoints: Taiwan.0:00 Beijing and Washington’s conflicting tones in the tariff talks1:53 Why Taiwan is at the heart of China’s strategy in Trump 2.07:37 3 reasons why Beijing is desperate to seize Taiwan now10:42 The latest developments inside Taiwan — and why they matter

From moon bases to Mars missions, China’s space program is booming. With cutting-edge tech, global alliances, and bold ambitions, is China set to outpace the U.S. in the final frontier?

Across the world, the doors are closing to Chinese exports, and Chinese manufacturers are rapidly running out of options.