Year: 2025

The Chinese Communist Party concluded the Third Plenary Session of its 20th Central Committee in July. Based on the communiqués released before and after the meeting, it appears that China still intends to pursue the path of reform and opening up. For example, we see phrases such as “reform will not pause, and opening up will not stop,” “the market plays a decisive role in resource allocation,” and “those with stable property have stable minds.”

Beijing wants to take over Taiwan in the name of “reunification”, but things are not that simple! Support from the US and its allies, Taiwan’s strong defense reforms, China’s economic crises and diplomatic pressures complicate this plan. 🚀Are allies like the US and Japan ready to defend Taiwan?How does Taiwan’s developing military technology challenge China?How could economic sanctions and diplomatic isolation put China in a difficult position?Watch our video to discover which side has the advantage in this major geopolitical conflict 🎥🔍

In today’s show: Premier Cho Responds to Trump’s Suggestion of Chip Tariffs How Will DeepSeek’s AI Model Affect Global Chip Industry? – Temple-Goers in Taiwan Take Part in Race To Place Incense Rehabilitating the Serpent’s Image for the Year of the Snake 🎙 Anchor: Philip Brossard #TaiwanPlus #TaiwanPlusNews #TaiwanNews-

The CIA is shifting its stance on where the virus that causes COVID-19 came from. The agency now assesses that it likely originated from a lab leak in China.Missouri’s lawsuit against the Chinese Communist Party goes on trial. The state is asking for $25 billion in damages over fallout from COVID-19.A Chinese artificial intelligence app topped Apple’s App Store charts over the weekend. We have more on why it’s alarming U.S. Congress members and investors.China’s foreign minister sends a veiled warning to U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio. The Chinese side is requesting that Rubio “act accordingly” during their first conversation.00:00 Intro01:19 CIA: COVID-19 Pandemic Likely Came from Chinese Lab03:26 Missouri Takes CCP to Court for $25 Billion04:19 Chinese Minister to Sec. Rubio: Behave Yourself05:46 China Says It Will Take Back Illegal Immigrants06:26 DeepSeek Popularity Rises Amid Censorship Concerns07:56 China’s Cheap AI Model Sparks Investor Sell-Off10:46 Developer Vanke Faces $6B Loss, Leadership Resignation11:45 Congo Jails 3 Chinese in Illegal Mining Crackdown13:15 Paraguay President on Latin America with China

On his first day in office, Donald Trump signed a high-profile memorandum on the “America First Trade Policy.” The memo directed his cabinet to assess the feasibility of revoking China’s Permanent Normal Trade Relations (PNTR) status, with a deadline set for April 1. This move was seen as a potential “nuclear option” in the Trump administration’s trade policy toward China.Join this channel to get access to perks:

New metrics show China’s economy is in real bad shape. But with fears over a new virus spreading, will it get even worse?

When politics meets superstition, it’s like blending policy with ghost stories. This may sound far-fetched, but in China, superstition surprisingly influences decisions, with many leaders taking prophecies as gospels. Why so many Chinese believe the Chinese communist regime will end in 2025? Let’s decode the role of mysterious numbers in geopolitics and explore the question: When, and by whom will the Chinese communist regime meet its end? People with one zodiac sign pose a great threat to the communist regime. 1. 2025 is a special year of major changes2. The mysterious numbers in politics3. Who will bring down the CCP? (Hint: One has died.)

Ok, so after I made this video I came across a thread that basically shows even local version (the excuse used by people to say, it won’t censor) is still massively propagandizing for the CCP.

A ceramic statue of Donald Trump meditating has gained renewed attention online. The sculpture, created by Chinese artist Hong Jinshi in 2021, depicts Trump dressed in traditional Chinese monk attire, seated in a meditative pose with legs crossed and hands forming the dhyana mudra. His half-closed eyes and solemn expression present a stark contrast to his usual dominant image.

00:00 Introduction00:11 Chinese Economy: Venture Capital04:37 US-China: Rubio-Wang Phone Conversation 08:12 Chinese Car Exports Peaked? China Update provides viewers with the most up to date political, economic, and geostrategic 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, all views and analysis are all my own and I make the videos.

The Pacific Ocean is becoming a stage for a high-stakes naval rivalry between the United States and China. As China’s naval power expands under Xi Jinping’s ambitions, the U.S. and its allies are strengthening their maritime dominance. Who holds the upper hand in this strategic battle for supremacy? From China’s modern Type 055 cruisers to the U.S. Navy’s unmatched fleet, including the USS Gerald Ford, we delve into the strategies, technologies, and geopolitical moves shaping this critical region.

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China’s aggressive maritime actions are expanding up the First Island Chain. Beijing has installed a new, 50 meter-tall structure in sensitive waters near a disputed maritime boundary, recalling China’s disputes with claimants in the South China Sea. And late last year, Japan says China conducted its first drill of a blockade in the Miyako Strait close to Taiwan.

In recent years, corruption scandals involving the Chinese military and defense industry have come to light, with AVIC, a major producer of fighter jets, being hit especially hard. Following the dismissal of AVIC’s former chairman Tan Ruisong in August last year, the company’s general manager Hao Zhaoping and deputy general manager Yang Wei were removed from their positions on January 18. Yang Wei, known as the “Father of the J-20,” was its chief designer.

00:00 Introduction00:47 US-China: Trump Day One04:59 China’s Brutal EV Market07:38 Executions, Public Violence, Spring Festival, & ‘Social Stability’China Update provides viewers with the most up to date political, economic, and geostrategic 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, all views and analysis are all my own and I make the videos.

Taiwan’s coast guard says it has investigated a mysterious Mongolia-flagged ship making unusual movements in waters around Taiwan. The coast guard says it didn’t discover any equipment that could be used for cutting undersea cables.

Recently, some people on Chinese social media have expressed frustration, claiming that doctoral degrees in China are becoming increasingly undervalued, to the point where they are as common as “street goods.”

Despite their no limits partnership, China won’t be able to save Russia from Western sanctions over the war in Ukraine.

Niall Ferguson chatted with John late last year about the parallels between the Cuban missile crisis and the growing tensions with Taiwan. Historian Niall Ferguson joins John to discuss the challenges facing Western societies, the geopolitical landscape, and cultural issues. He reflects on the shifting nature of Western academic institutions, which he believes have moved away from intellectual diversity and become dominated by progressive orthodoxies, prompting him to support the creation of a new university in Austin dedicated to open debate and the fearless pursuit of truth.Ferguson also addresses U.S. political dynamics, examining the impact of Donald Trump on American foreign policy and his influence on public discourse regarding China and globalism. He further explores the geopolitical threats posed by the rise of authoritarian states like China and Iran, advocating for a renewed focus on national security, fiscal responsibility, and technological innovation in the West.Niall Ferguson is the Milbank Family Senior Fellow at the Hoover Institution, Stanford University, and a senior faculty fellow of the Belfer Center for Science and International Affairs at Harvard University. His most recent book is Doom: The Politics of Catastrophe.

The US declaring its withdrawal from the World Health Organization (WHO) and the Paris Agreement under the second administration of President Donald Trump marks a significant shift in global health and climate policy. But the moves, which deal a heavy blow to global governance on climate and public health, leave a leadership vacuum that could open opportunities for China. Experts say while Beijing appears poised to lead global climate initiatives, its potential to gain influence in WHO public health governance is limited.

The outdated practice of paying a “bride price” in China is once again under scrutiny. A Chinese doctoral student studying in Rotterdam, the Netherlands, reportedly asked her Dutch boyfriend for 88,000 euros as a bride price after discovering she was pregnant in March 2024. Instead of agreeing to marry her, the boyfriend disappeared.

China’s Electric Vehicle Industry in Crisis – What Went Wrong | Joe BlogsChina’s once-booming electric vehicle (EV) industry is now facing an unprecedented crisis. What caused this dramatic downturn? In this video, Joe Blogs delves into the factors behind the crisis, from overproduction and policy shifts to global competition and financial strains. Gain insights into what went wrong and what it means for the future of China’s EV market and the global automotive industry.What You’ll Learn in This Video:The major factors causing China’s EV industry crisis.The impact of overproduction and declining demand.How government policies have shifted and affected the industry.The role of global competition and economic challenges.Predictions for the future of China’s EV market and its global implications.

Kharis Templeman of the Hoover Institution talks about how deepening disagreements over Taiwan’s Constitutional Court and budget are worsening a divide in the legislature as the nation’s institutions face partisan attacks.

At his confirmation hearing, Sen. Marco Rubio (R-FL), President-elect Trump’s nominee for Secretary of State, took questions from Sen. Mike Lee (R-UT).Fuel your success with Forbes. Gain unlimited access to premium journalism, including breaking news, groundbreaking in-depth reported stories, daily digests and more. Plus, members get a front-row seat at members-only events with leading thinkers and doers, access to premium video that can help you get ahead, an ad-light experience, early access to select products including NFT drops and more:

Donald Trump signed more than 40 executive orders on his first day as the 47th president of the United States, including a 75-day reprieve for TikTok’s Chinese owners. The following day, he suggested a 10% tariff would be applied to imports from China. In this show, our guests said Trump’s actions and remarks, including his wish to visit Beijing, Xi Jinping’s inauguration invitation together with the threat of tariffs, would act to put pressure on the Chinese leader.

BYD EV Controversy :Safety Concerns, Suppression of Criticism, and Global Challenges Exposed A tragic accident involving a BYD vehicle sparks urgent questions about safety protocols and the company’s practices. In this video, we delve into the growing criticism of BYD’s vehicle capacity ratings, suppression of negative feedback in China, and the ethical concerns surrounding consumer rights. We also explore BYD’s ambitious rise, the challenges of tariffs in global markets, and its impact on consumer confidence in regions like Thailand. Join the discussion on the broader implications for the EV industry and China’s role in shaping its future.

Chinese leader Xi Jinping has not started 2025 with full control over the CCP. Signs of internal chaos are evident. State propaganda outlets no longer glorify Xi as they once did, while military media appear to operate independently. Adding to the turmoil, another PLA general has gone missing, and Xi’s right-hand man is facing a rare public display of criticism.Timestamp:0:14 Unfriendly Party Media1:47 Military Media Not Nice 3:22 Another General Missing5:10 Right-hand Man in Trouble

President Donald Trump vows to impose tariffs on China, Canada, and Mexico, ranging from 10 percent to 25 percent, and they could take effect as soon as next week.How do small business owners in America see Trump’s planned China tariffs? A furniture maker responds.Trump is pledging $500 billion to help the United States compete with China on artificial intelligence. We have the details on where the money will go.A wording variation in a statement from Beijing is sparking the question: is now-Secretary of State Marco Rubio still banned from traveling to China?00:00 Intro01:06 Trump Warns: 10% Tariffs on China; 25% on Canada, Mexico04:10 $500B Investment for AI Development to Compete with China06:41 Trump: I Had a Deal with Xi on Curbing Fentanyl08:10 Is Rubio Still Under Sanctions? China Responds09:53 Furniture Maker Reacts to Trump China Tariffs12:29 Von Der Leyen Extends EU Cooperation with the US13:22 Pelson: Risks of Doing Business in China