Month: September 2025

Five years ago, it was 5nm, and now, five years later, the Kirin 9020 is 7nm. No surprise, really—5nm belongs to others, but Kirin is homegrown. There’s only so much you can do with a 7nm chipJoin this channel to get access to perks:

The Panama Canal puts Panama on the map – but has also set it at the center of the US-China rivalry in Latin America. US President Donald Trump says he wants to “take back” the canal and his administration has pressured Panama to counter growing Chinese influence. The US military is back in the country and business deals involving Blackrock to get an interest in Chinese-linked ports are up in the air. In this Mapped Out episode we spoke to experts from the US, China and Panama. So, where is Panama heading in this geopolitical powerplay? 00:00 Why the US & China have their sights on the Panama Canal 02:53 Building the canal: the controversial US legacy in Panama 05:58 Panama’s sudden ditching of Taiwan 08:41 Chinese-linked ports: when business deals get political 10:25 Bowing to US pressure? 12:06 US or China: Where is Panama leaning?

Japan has just made history—its warship JS Asuka has successfully fired an electromagnetic railgun at a target vessel for the very first time. The Japan Maritime Self-Defense Force and ATLA achieved what the U.S. Navy halted years ago: a ship-mounted railgun test at sea. Capable of firing projectiles at Mach 6.5 using pure electromagnetic energy, this breakthrough could change the future of naval warfare. From power demands and barrel life to comparisons with U.S. and Chinese programs, this deep-dive analysis explains why Japan’s railgun test is a true game-changer for the Pacific balance of power.Combat Wire brings you the latest military news, defense updates, and tactical insights. From warzone reports to cutting-edge military technology like fighter jets, tanks, and drones, we provide in-depth analysis on military operations, special forces, and global defense strategies. Stay up to date with breaking news and expert commentary on modern warfare. Subscribe for daily updates on the frontlines!

The China space program has grown from its first satellite launch in 1970 to a leading force in global space exploration. With the Tiangong space station, the Chang’e lunar missions, and the Long March 10 rocket, the China space program demonstrates rapid advances in technology and ambition. Today, the China space program is not only focused on reaching the Moon but also on pioneering aerospace defense technology, hypersonic defense technology, and satellite communication systems. By integrating AI in space exploration and investing in the global space economy, the China space program reflects both scientific progress and space technology investment. This video explores milestones, breakthroughs, and the future of the China space program, offering a clear view of how it is reshaping humanity’s journey beyond Earth.#chinaspaceprogram #spacetechnology #spaceexploration #top10discoveriesofficial

The United States is pressing ahead with efforts to turn the Philippines’ Subic Bay—once the site of its largest naval base in Asia—into what could become the world’s largest weapons manufacturing hub, aimed at countering China’s growing military footprint in the region.Momentum for the plan surged when on 2 Sep , Philippine President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. inaugurated HD Hyundai Heavy Industries Philippines’ new shipyard at the former Hanjin facility, now rebranded as Agila Subic under the ownership of U.S. investment firm Cerberus Capital Management.Fueled by U.S. and South Korean investment, the shipyard is expected to double the Philippines’ shipbuilding capacity to 2.5 million deadweight tons annually and employ over 4,000 workers by 2030.Although Monday’s ceremony emphasized commercial shipping, officials stressed that the facility could play a key role in the Philippines’ naval modernization program. Hyundai has already delivered frigates and offshore patrol vessels to the Philippine Navy and is positioning Subic as a future regional hub for warship construction.South Korea’s ambassador to Manila described the project as a “tripartite partnership” that blends Korean technology, American financing, and Philippine labor and geography.According to a report by the U.S. Naval Research Laboratory, the move constitutes “the most significant American defense investment in the Philippines since the Cold War.”In this video, Defense Updates analyzes how Subic Bay could emerge as key enabler for potential battle against China ?#defenseupdates #subicbay #philippinesvschina Chapters:0:00 TITLE00:11 INTRODUCTION01:48 SPONSORSHIP – NordVPN02:22 HISTORICAL CONTEXT 04:00 STRATEGIC VALUE06:16 ANALYSIS

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China’s problem isn’t just economics or politics — it’s something much darker.Decades of Communist Party rule have rewired society itself, turning trust into danger and cooperation into a joke.In this video, I’ll reveal why radical selfishness has become China’s default survival strategy — and why this guarantees the system will collapse from within.

President Donald Trump calls for imposing 50-100% tariffs on Chinese imports until the Russia-Ukraine conflict is resolved. Explore the potential economic and geopolitical impacts of these proposed tariffs on US-China relations and global markets.#TrumpTariffs #ChinaTariffs #RussiaUkraineWar #TradeWar #USChinaRelations #GlobalEconomy #news18

The question of how much debt China has is like Schrödinger’s cat—a thought experiment in quantum mechanics where a cat inside a sealed box is both alive and dead at the same time until the box is opened and the state is observed. Similarly, China’s true debt is both present and hidden at the same time, with different claims and estimates about its size, but the full extent remains unseen, just like the cat’s uncertain fate until it’s revealed. The Ministry of Finance says that the debt is “overall moderate and manageable,” while Chinese experts claim “what we see is just the tip of the iceberg.” International media, on the other hand, say “this could be the last straw that breaks the camel’s back.” But in reality, the true numbers are like Wi-Fi—present, but unseen. After all, in a society where even the nation’s leader, Xi Jinping, often “disappears,” debt data is understandably kept under wraps. If the lid were to be lifted, it would shock not just the Chinese people, but also the citizens of countries trading with China.Join this channel to get access to perks:

Homemade slogans calling for freedom and rising up against the Chinese communist regime are resurfacing across China. We take a closer look at the developing situation.Following Charlie Kirk’s death, Utah’s governor warns that China and Russia are spreading online disinformation to stir division. We hear from officials and foreign commentators.Federal agents seized more than 80 million dollars’ worth of illegal vapes—most of them smuggled in from China.NASA is banning Chinese nationals from working on its space programs. It is part of a wider U.S. strategy to win the space race against communist China. Mike Gold, former NASA associate administrator, said: “It’s not just about the moon. It’s about the earth. The countries and companies that control the moon will control the earth.”Taiwan is preparing for a potential Chinese invasion. In a new handbook, the island sends a message telling its people that it will not surrender. “We must clearly tell our people in the handbook that Taiwan will not succumb to any authoritarian military aggression, and we will not surrender.”00:00 Intro01:47 Anti-CCP Slogans in China Call for Truth and Freedom04:53 China Uses Kirk’s Death to Stoke Division in America06:07 Expert: Charlie Kirk Targeted CCP Influence in South Korea08:52 RFK Jr.: China Gets Richer While Our Kids Get Sicker10:33 Chinese Nationals Banned From Working at NASA13:56 Bessent to Meet He Lifeng; New Mexican Tariff on Chinese Cars15:24 No Surrender: Taiwan Handbook Preps Citizens17:32 Chinese National Sentenced for Smuggling Bio Material18:37 South Korean Workers Detained in Georgia Return Home19:54 Cyberattackers Impersonate Epoch Times, Threaten White House

A few years after Citigroup shut down its personal banking operations in China, it made another significant announcement. On September 5, Citigroup stated in a press release that, due to a gradual reduction in its personal consumer business with UnionPay in China, Citigroup (China) is no longer a member of UnionPay. However, the statement emphasized that the bank’s services for domestic and international payments for businesses and institutions remain unaffected. Citigroup also confirmed that it would continue to serve companies and institutions in China to meet their cross-border banking needs.

00:00 Introduction00:13 Chinese Economy I: Poor Trade Numbers02:48 Russia-China Relations06:37 Chinese Economy II: Engineering a “Slow Bull” Market

The latest disagreement between China and the Philippines is over Beijing’s plans for a nature reserve in the disputed Scarborough Shoal in the South China Sea. Manila – which calls the shoal Bajo de Masinloc – launched a diplomatic protest, demanding an end to what it described as “illegitimate and unlawful” action.

China’s Victory Day Parade was massive and introduced a lot of new military tech. We not only saw all three components of their nuclear triad, we got a peek at new laser weapons, drones, hypersonics, boats, and stealth aircraft. In this video, we take a look at five of the major new systems rolled out and what that means for China’s military and the Indo-Pacific.Intro – 00:00-01:17Ad read- 01:17-2:19LY-1 – 02:19-05:14DF-61 – 05:14-07:34AJX002 – 07:34-09:57J-35 – 09:57-12:51Hypersonic missiles – 12:51-End

Huawei has fallen. 📉 Once celebrated as China’s last great tech champion, Huawei’s latest financial report reveals a 32% profit collapse and over 700 billion yuan in debt. Behind the flashy marketing and patriotic slogans lies a company on government life support — and its downfall exposes the cracks in China’s entire tech model.In this video, we break down Huawei’s ugly numbers, the failed nationalism strategy, and why this is more than just one company’s failure — it’s a warning about China’s collapsing tech ambitions.#Huawei #ChinaEconomy #TechCollapse #China

Something is very wrong in China as multiple poisonings strike schools, the economy tanks, and sheer vehicular chaos takes over the streets. Also, so much more.

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 Introduction00:12 EU-US-China: Secondary Sanctions03:16 Basketball In China: LeBron James In State Media05:58 Renminbi vs Dollar in Global Trade

China’s homegrown C919 airliner, having commenced its maiden commercial flight on May 28th, endured a halt to operations a mere one month later.On the morning of June 29th, C919 was set to operate MU9187, jetting off from Shanghai to Chengdu, with a scheduled return flight at 12:30 in the afternoon. However, with the aircraft still grounded as late as 2:16 PM, China Eastern Airlines had no choice but to deploy the Airbus A320 as a stand-in. Intriguingly, the C919 did manage to return to Shanghai’s Hongqiao Airport that evening, albeit without passengers.#c919 #chinaobserver

China has been importing extra crude oil shipments to build up strategic reserves for when seaborne tanker traffic is disrupted by their upcoming invasion of Taiwan.

“It’s not an alliance, it’s very much opportunistic, a marriage of convenience and contains a lot of tensions.”From spying on each other to a long, deep-routed history of hostilities, foreign correspondent and author Ian Williams details the “cold blooded strategic partnership” between Putin and Xi.

A US$2 billion Chinese-built airport in Cambodia opened on September 9, 2025. It replaces Phnom Penh’s old airport as the capital’s main aviation transport hub. Techo International Airport is the second major airport in Cambodia to open in two years. A US$1.2 billion Chinese-funded terminal near the Angkor Wat temple complex was inaugurated in November 2023.

China’s Foreign Ministry holds a live press briefing after NATO forces shot down Russian drones that entered Polish airspace. The ministry is expected to address regional security concerns and rising tensions between NATO and Russia.—

Who really controls China’s military—the paranoid Xi Jinping or his powerful vice chairman Zhang Youxia? This question lies at the heart of today’s biggest geopolitical debate. In this program, we break down the evidence from both sides: Xi’s dramatic parade appearance, Zhang’s rare praise of Xi Jinping Thought, the mysterious downfall of Xi’s most loyal generals, and the sudden reemergence of his rivals. Is Xi still the undisputed commander-in-chief? Has Zhang quietly taken control of the PLA? Or was there a secret deal—brokered by powerful Party elders—that forced a temporary truce? The answer could shape China’s future, the Taiwan Strait, and global security.

One vlogger shared that the number of homes sold in Beijing this year will be shocking, but no one knows who is selling them.

China’s demographic crisis is heading to zero births. Is China going extinct?

Explore the revolutionary AJX002, China’s latest autonomous underwater vehicle (AUV) that is redefining military strategy beneath the waves. Designed for stealth and optimized for endurance, the AJX002 operates at speeds of 20 km/h while maintaining an impressive range of 500 kilometers. Unlike traditional submarines, this AUV can deploy in swarms from various platforms, complicating US Navy’s undersea dominance. Its low acoustic signature makes it difficult to detect, allowing it to loiter near undersea cables and vital maritime chokepoints undetected. As the US Navy adapts to this emerging threat, innovations in anti-submarine warfare technology and proactive strategies will become crucial. This video delves into how the AJX002 alters the balance of power, pushing the boundaries of undersea operations and forcing a rethink of naval tactics and logistics. Join us as we analyze how this shift signals the dawn of a new era in undersea warfare where autonomy and technology reign supreme.—

Explore the revolutionary AJX002, China’s latest autonomous underwater vehicle (AUV) that is redefining military strategy beneath the waves. Designed for stealth and optimized for endurance, the AJX002 operates at speeds of 20 km/h while maintaining an impressive range of 500 kilometers. Unlike traditional submarines, this AUV can deploy in swarms from various platforms, complicating US Navy’s undersea dominance. Its low acoustic signature makes it difficult to detect, allowing it to loiter near undersea cables and vital maritime chokepoints undetected. As the US Navy adapts to this emerging threat, innovations in anti-submarine warfare technology and proactive strategies will become crucial. This video delves into how the AJX002 alters the balance of power, pushing the boundaries of undersea operations and forcing a rethink of naval tactics and logistics. Join us as we analyze how this shift signals the dawn of a new era in undersea warfare where autonomy and technology reign supreme.—

“There’s quite a lot of evidence now that the US is preparing to change its big strategic idea…this idea that China was the big challenge.”Leaks from the National Security Strategy suggest Trump is “about to abandon” the containment of China and prioritise homeland security, says The Sunday Times’s Mark Urban.

Yesterday, late Tuesday, saw the resignation of Nepal’s Prime Minister KP Sharma Oli, following two days of violent protests that left at least 19 dead and hundreds injured, this shock move has thrown the Himalayan nation into fresh political and economic uncertainty. Subscribe for full analysis on global markets, policy shifts, and economic trends.00:00 Introduction 00:15 Nepal’s Political Crisis Deepens Economic Strains03:55 Record Job Growth Revision Puts Fed on the Spot07:19 Europe’s Defence Tech Start-Ups Surge