Day: June 19, 2025

China is very angry about Israel’s recent actions, creating a complex situation in terms of geopolitics. Chris Chappell explores what might happen to China if Iran’s government collapses in this episode of China. This war has caused tension, impacting international relations and conflict.

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: [email protected]:00 Introduction00:19 Chinese Economy: Housing Demand Collapses 75:45 Has China Now Fully Alienated the EU on Trade?09:09 New Zealand-China

Did the Chinese Communist Party (CCP) meddle in the 2020 U.S. election? The FBI just unveiled what it calls “alarming allegations” of Beijing’s involvement. How deep does the alleged interference go?To dig deeper into China’s influence on the U.S. political system, we spoke with an expert.A top aide to Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass is drawing scrutiny. He’s the son of a man with official ties to Beijing-backed groups. We take a closer look.The Chinese-owned social media app TikTok is getting another 90-day reprieve. President Donald Trump is set to push back the deadline for the third time.A Chinese medical student’s mysterious death is raising questions online. His father believes his son is a whistleblower and his death may be tied to a major scandal inside China’s transplant industry.00:00 Intro01:18 FBI: China May Have Interfered in 2020 US Election03:10 Lucci: China’s Interference in US Politics Is No Surprise08:01 Report: LA Mayor’s Aide Tied to China’s Spy Agency09:31 Trump to Extend TikTok Sale Deadline for Third Time10:27 Mystery Surrounds Death of Whistleblower Med Student14:26 China’s Antimony Restrictions Stun US Battery Makers15:33 World Anti-Doping Agency in Question Ahead of Olympics18:35 Trade War Boosts India’s High-Tech Ambitions

On June 16, Israel announced it had taken control of the airspace over Tehran, the capital of Iran, and issued an emergency alert telling people in the city to evacuate immediately. That same day, US President Trump posted on social media urging everyone to evacuate from Tehran. After Trump’s message, traffic leaving Tehran came to a complete standstill. Millions of people rushed out of the city overnight. A trip that normally takes two hours turned into a seven-hour nightmare. It reminded many of the scenes right before the fall of the Assad regime in Syria.

China has sailed two aircraft carriers east into the Pacific, conducting simultaneous drills. Could this complicate or force a rethink of U.S. strategy in the region? And was this reflected in the war games? Our guest, Tony Hu — former senior director of the U.S. Department of Defense’s Office of China, Taiwan, and Mongolia — shares his insights.

Your local elementary school probably just had “Teach Truth Day,” a.k.a. “Culture War Day” on June 7, 2025. The kids learned no math, no science, no reading, and no writing. If you sat in on one of these classes, you’d be shocked by what was being taught. You’d be less shocked by who’s funding these programs.

Gatestone Institute senior fellow Gordon Chang breaks down the impact of the Israel-Iran conflict on China, their threat to global supply chains and a bipartisan bill aiming to combat foreign ownership of American farmland. #foxbusiness #china #iran #supplychain #americanfarmland

Taiwan has signed a partnership deal with US and Germany-based Auterion for drone software that has been tested on the battlefield in Ukraine. The technology was expected to be used to strengthen the self-ruled island’s defences. According to information released about the deal signed on June 17, 2025, the Auterion software has been used in Ukrainian drones operating combat missions against Russian forces. The agreement could eventually lead to the technology being used in millions of drones deployed by Taiwan. The island is actively engaging both local and international defence innovators to showcase uncrewed surface vehicle (USV) technologies with potential military applications. As part of Taiwan’s efforts, 12 companies – including seven from Taiwan and the others based in the US – are taking part in a two-day USV demonstration at Suao port in Taiwan’s northeastern Yilan county. The government-backed National Chung-Shan Institute of Science and Technology, which organised the event, said data collected would be used to develop a standardised control system and modular platforms adaptable to missions, including patrol, search and rescue, environmental monitoring and logistics.

Xi Jinping may still hold the title, but behind closed doors, power has shifted. After a stroke, failed coup attempts, and a silent purge of his loyalists, Xi is now under the shadow of a far more powerful figure—General Zhang Youxia. Backed by the PLA and Party elders, Zhang has dismantled Xi’s inner circle, reversed his military reforms, and seized control of Beijing’s security apparatus. A late-night armed patrol through the capital sent an unmistakable message: Xi no longer commands the military. This is the story of how one man rose from Xi’s trusted ally to the architect of his downfall.1. 3 reasons why Xi is not in power2. Xi’s troubled relations with his vice chairmen of CMC3. Xi’s troubled relations with his secrete service chief4. Zhang Youxia’s rise to dominance

The main content of the program:0:00 Intro0:43 Xi Jinping to ‘Gracefully Exit’? Zhang Youxia Decides to Take Action Himself3:57 Iran on the Brink of Upheaval, CCP Seeks to Spark Nuclear War? U.S. Heightens Vigilance and Prepares11:33 As Ceasefire Deadline Nears, Chinese Firms Ramp Up Origin Laundering, Targeting Singapore and Egypt15:23 Deflation Signals China’s Economy May Enter a ‘Lost Era’18:33 Beijing Judge Suspected of Fleeing to Japan Reappears, Claims to Be a Scapegoat