Chinese fishing fleets are leaving behind a trail of abused workers, dead crew members, depleted fisheries, and environmental destruction around the world. In this episode of China Uncensored, we expose the …
Chinese fishing fleets are leaving behind a trail of abused workers, dead crew members, depleted fisheries, and environmental destruction around the world. In this episode of China Uncensored, we expose the horrifying conditions aboard Chinese fishing vessels—and how China’s massive fishing industry is devastating oceans and exploiting workers while expanding its reach across the globe.
The US, Philippines and Japan are joined by a growing group of allies in the largest iteration of the Balikatan exercise yet. With new participants including France, Canada and New Zealand, …
The US, Philippines and Japan are joined by a growing group of allies in the largest iteration of the Balikatan exercise yet. With new participants including France, Canada and New Zealand, the drills are expanding in scale and complexity, from live-fire maritime strikes to integrated air and missile defense. For the first time, exercises are being held in the Bashi Channel, just over 100 miles from Taiwan. The strategic importance of the First Island Chain is further underscored by Japan’s larger than expected commitment of 1,400 troops. In response, Beijing has sharply criticized the allies and blocked air travel over wide swathes of the Yellow Sea and East China Sea. In this episode, we examine what’s driving this expansion and what it means for Taiwan and regional security. *Recorded on April 21, 2026 at 2:30pm Taiwan Standard Time Host/Senior Producer: Yin Khvat Consultant: Max Yu Research Assistant: Ryan Pham Our guests: Tony Hu Former US Department of Defense Senior Director for China, Taiwan and Mongolia Sana Hashmi Taiwan-Asia Exchange Foundation Fellow Renato Cruz de Castro De La Salle University Department of International Studies Distinguished Professor Chapters: 00:00:00 – Philippines Hosts Biggest-Ever Drills 00:01:47 – China, Japan Sail Through Strait 00:04:33 – US Allies in ‘Real World’ Exercises 00:13:38 – Japan Sends 1,400 Troops 00:19:20 – Beijing Locks Down Airspace
This briefing will look at the construction of military facilities on Antelope Reef, Paracel Islands, and what it means for China’s military capabilities in the South China Sea. Source: China’s New …
This briefing will look at the construction of military facilities on Antelope Reef, Paracel Islands, and what it means for China’s military capabilities in the South China Sea.
China’s new mission is the most advanced robotic lander we’ve seen so far, but it’s also just the first step in a Chinese plan that will build their own permanent outpost …
China’s new mission is the most advanced robotic lander we’ve seen so far, but it’s also just the first step in a Chinese plan that will build their own permanent outpost on a critical piece of land that NASA has already tried to claim, but failed to reach.
The United States has cut F-1 visas for Chinese students by nearly 50 percent. What does this mean for American students and U.S. national security? A record the FBI says underscores …
The United States has cut F-1 visas for Chinese students by nearly 50 percent. What does this mean for American students and U.S. national security? A record the FBI says underscores growing threats: More than 700 terror plots were foiled in the U.S. last year. Espionage arrests also climbed sharply. A warning sign for China's fast-growing biotech industry: The reported death of a child following a gene therapy trial is raising questions about safety reviews and transparency in Beijing. The company involved notably has an office in the United States. Fighter jets scrambling, the internet slowing: Taiwan has kicked off its most realistic war games yet as the threat of a Chinese invasion looms. 00:00 Intro 01:20 U.S. Cuts F-1 Visas for Chinese Students by 46% 03:37 U.S. to Reject More Visa Applications From China 04:20 FBI Says It Prevented 715 Terror Plots in U.S. 05:25 Death of Child Puts China Biotech Under Scrutiny 06:21 Han Kuang 42: Taiwan Trains Forces for a China Invasion 08:43 Taiwan Trains for Real War as 2027 Window Nears 08:57 Brazil Steelmaker Pushes Back on China Steel Growth 10:08 U.S. Plans to Close Five Diplomatic Missions 11:40 Shen Yun Documentary 'Unbroken' Premieres in Sydney 16:00 UK OKs Plans for Chinese ‘Mega Embassy’ 17:18 Residents Seek to Block Mega Chinese Embassy 17:57 China's Mega London Embassy Raises Security Concerns 20:42 Beijing's Ethnic Unity Law: Transnational Repression Tool?
On the evening of July 23, a Huawei Aito vehicle reportedly suffered a catastrophic left front axle failure during a hard braking maneuver, leaving the front-left wheel nearly detached from the …
On the evening of July 23, a Huawei Aito vehicle reportedly suffered a catastrophic left front axle failure during a hard braking maneuver, leaving the front-left wheel nearly detached from the vehicle. The shocking incident was captured on dashcam by a passing motorist.
Taiwan's biggest annual military drill is underway. For the first time, troops are rehearsing a specific scenario that could play out in a real war with China. Drones have become a …
Taiwan's biggest annual military drill is underway. For the first time, troops are rehearsing a specific scenario that could play out in a real war with China. Drones have become a defining force on the global stage. They're changing warfare in Ukraine and the Middle East, and they're now emerging as a new front in the U.S.-China trade war. The FBI has been working with Chinese and Russian law enforcement to crack down on crimes like fentanyl trafficking. NTD has more on the risks involved. A record the FBI says underscores growing threats: More than 700 terror plots were stopped in the United States last year. Espionage arrests also climbed sharply. Are the Chinese Wi-Fi routers in your home tools for the Chinese Communist Party to hack U.S. infrastructure? And what does this reveal about Beijing's unrestricted warfare against the United States? 00:00 Intro 00:57 Taiwan Simulates Chinese Invasion in War Games 02:10 Taiwan Investigates 17 Chinese Firms 02:45 China Responds to U.S. Pressure With Drone Export Controls 03:52 Trump Accuses China of Funding Anti-Data Center Campaign 05:17 FBI Works With China, Russia to Crack Down on Crime 07:10 Japan Releases Defense Report, China Responds 08:33 Hidden Backdoors Found in Chinese-Made Routers 10:06 Citizens React to Rise of Socialism in Midterms 12:24 How the CCP Is Turning America Against Itself
China's wealthy thought they could protect their money by moving it overseas. Now the Chinese Communist Party is making sure they can't escape. In this episode of China Uncensored, we look …
China's wealthy thought they could protect their money by moving it overseas. Now the Chinese Communist Party is making sure they can't escape. In this episode of China Uncensored, we look at China's new exit regulations, the CCP's crackdown on private wealth, and why these changes could mark the end of Chinese entrepreneurship as we know it.
On August 3, six earthquakes measuring magnitude 3.0 or above struck Gao County in Yibin, Sichuan Province, within a single day. The strongest reached magnitude 4.8. Another magnitude 3.4 earthquake hit …
On August 3, six earthquakes measuring magnitude 3.0 or above struck Gao County in Yibin, Sichuan Province, within a single day. The strongest reached magnitude 4.8. Another magnitude 3.4 earthquake hit Gao County on August 4.
“Within just three weeks, a 100 billion yuan production line was completely dismantled. Every piece of equipment was taken away — even the cranes and screws…” Source: China Is DONE! Indonesia …
“Within just three weeks, a 100 billion yuan production line was completely dismantled. Every piece of equipment was taken away — even the cranes and screws…”
The USS George Washington has returned to the South China Sea as tensions escalate across the region, with China conducting live-fire drills near Taiwan and clashing with Philippine vessels at Scarborough …
The USS George Washington has returned to the South China Sea as tensions escalate across the region, with China conducting live-fire drills near Taiwan and clashing with Philippine vessels at Scarborough and Second Thomas Shoal. The US carrier strike group's deployment included a port call in Vietnam — the first since 2023 — and joint operations and training with regional partners. Meanwhile, the Chinese government-linked Grandview Institution think tank issued an unusual report in English outlining China’s maritime enforcement strategy, including its gray-zone tactics. Was the report’s publication an accident, or yet another tactic by Beijing to intimidate its neighbors? In this episode, we examine the strategic significance of the USS George Washington's deployment, China's evolving maritime strategy and what the latest developments mean for Indo-Pacific security.
China’s top generals are disappearing, key military posts remain vacant, and Xi Jinping has kept an unusual distance from the PLA. Retired commanders are reportedly angry, military orders may be going …
China’s top generals are disappearing, key military posts remain vacant, and Xi Jinping has kept an unusual distance from the PLA. Retired commanders are reportedly angry, military orders may be going unsigned, and even the general believed to guard Beijing has vanished from public view. Did Xi’s purge strengthen his control—or leave China’s military paralyzed by fear?
A cross-border network is under fire. The U.S. is sanctioning entities in Russia, Iran, and China. Officials say they provided support for Iran’s military. Tesla, SpaceX, and China: A new report …
A cross-border network is under fire. The U.S. is sanctioning entities in Russia, Iran, and China. Officials say they provided support for Iran’s military. Tesla, SpaceX, and China: A new report raises questions about a potential merger, while CEO Elon Musk pushes back. We explore what’s behind the report and the growing trend of companies separating from China operations. China’s economy shows new signs of weakness. Factory activity fell in July as demand declined, while ongoing trade tensions with the U.S. and Europe create more challenges for Beijing.
Top test pilots from Communist China reportedly struggled while testing the KJ-600 early warning aircraft. In simple terms, the pilots and the aircraft had not fully adapted to each other. Control …
Top test pilots from Communist China reportedly struggled while testing the KJ-600 early warning aircraft. In simple terms, the pilots and the aircraft had not fully adapted to each other. Control precision remained a major challenge.
On July 31, Chinese authorities officially released the State Council Regulations on Exit and Entry Administration, which will take effect on September 15, 2026. The regulation contains 19 articles, and its …
On July 31, Chinese authorities officially released the State Council Regulations on Exit and Entry Administration, which will take effect on September 15, 2026. The regulation contains 19 articles, and its most significant change, according to legal analysts, is that it formalizes and legalizes border control measures that had previously operated in a legal gray area.
China’s door to the outside world is closing further. New restrictions on Chinese travelers going abroad are now written into law—and risks for non-Chinese people are rising as well. The communist …
China’s door to the outside world is closing further. New restrictions on Chinese travelers going abroad are now written into law—and risks for non-Chinese people are rising as well. The communist regime in China is now targeting business elites. What are the consequences? A simple tap-to-pay feature on some Chinese Android phones has suddenly stopped working. Why are some smartphone users losing contactless payments after a Google update? Beijing is reshaping aggression into routine law enforcement. Taiwan says China is expanding pressure across the region—not just with warships, but also with coast guard vessels, cyberattacks, and disinformation. China Expands Entry-Exit Restrictions Beijing’s New Rule Targets Wealthy Chinese Chinese-Market Phones Lose Tap-to-Pay After Update Taiwan Security Chief Warns of Expanding China Threat Beijing Blurs Lines Between Law Enforcement and War Japan Pushes Domestic Drone Manufacturing Groundwork Laid for Sept. Trump–Xi Summit in DC Chinese State Traders Make Large U.S. Soybean Purchases U.S. Intel: China’s Voter Data Hack Was Interference China’s AI Push Challenges U.S. Dominance Chinese Electric Vehicles Threaten U.S. Bases? U.S.–China AI Race Moves Into Space
This news packed episode opens with an extensive discussion about alleged illegal fishing activities conducted by vessels linked to the Chinese Communist Party. The Senator argues that Chinese distant-water fishing fleets …
This news packed episode opens with an extensive discussion about alleged illegal fishing activities conducted by vessels linked to the Chinese Communist Party. The Senator argues that Chinese distant-water fishing fleets operate on a massive scale, engaging in illegal, unreported, and unregulated (IUU) fishing that harms marine ecosystems, depletes fish populations, damages local fishing industries, and relies on forced labor practices. He describes efforts to combat these operations through sanctions and increased Coast Guard monitoring.
New U.S. tariffs reignite trade tensions with China. Beijing says Washington agreed to cap forced labor-related tariffs on Chinese goods at 20 percent. We look at what the new tariffs mean …
New U.S. tariffs reignite trade tensions with China. Beijing says Washington agreed to cap forced labor-related tariffs on Chinese goods at 20 percent. We look at what the new tariffs mean for U.S.–China trade. Allen Zhang, research assistant at the Heritage Foundation, says, "A lot of Chinese products are flowing into different markets, undercutting American prices and generally making it hard for American businesses to sustain their operations." The race for 6G is already underway. The United States is teaming up with allies to shape the next wireless era—and counter China's influence. China's influence operations in the United States are under scrutiny. Federal records show Beijing spent about $100 million in a single year to shape policy and public opinion in America. Severe flooding continues in China. A typhoon has been sweeping through southern parts of the country, submerging streets and in one case sending a freezer sliding down a flooded roadway. 00:00 Intro 01:14 China: U.S. Forced Labor Tariffs Capped at 20% 02:28 Trump Imposes Forced-Labor Tariffs on 60 Economies 02:37 China's Forced Labor Faces U.S. Crackdown 04:12 Low-Cost China Imports Hurt U.S. Business 05:55 Tariffs May Pressure Countries to Reform Trade 06:56 U.S. Leads New 6G Coalition to Counter China 08:30 Trump Admin Builds Global Alliance for Secure 6G 08:45 China's Influence Operations in U.S. Under Scrutiny 10:07 Streets Flooded as Typhoon Noul Hits Southern China 11:46 China Hits 14 EU Firms With Export Controls 12:36 Ford, Chinese Automaker Geely to Partner in Europe 13:05 Chinese Cars Raise Global Auto Industry Concerns 16:13 U.S. Lawmakers Move to Block Chinese Cars 17:11 Chinese Cars Collect Americans' Data Without Consent 18:12 Calls Grow for Protections Against Car Data Risks 19:50 France, Germany Seek to Revive EU Auto Industry
Did the Three Gorges Dam unleash a political curse? Since the reservoir reached its highest level, one powerful Chongqing official after another has fallen—executed, imprisoned, purged, or dead under mysterious circumstances. …
Did the Three Gorges Dam unleash a political curse? Since the reservoir reached its highest level, one powerful Chongqing official after another has fallen—executed, imprisoned, purged, or dead under mysterious circumstances. From broken dragon veins to the CCP’s “political Bermuda Triangle,” this is the dark story of the Chongqing Curse.
China's first multi-functional long-endurance drone, the TP200, has successfully completed its maiden flight in Yantai, Shandong Province, on July 26, 2026. Designed for high-altitude and long-endurance operations, the TP200 can remain …
China's first multi-functional long-endurance drone, the TP200, has successfully completed its maiden flight in Yantai, Shandong Province, on July 26, 2026. Designed for high-altitude and long-endurance operations, the TP200 can remain airborne for more than 24 hours and has a maximum operational range of 3,000 kilometres. Its modular design allows the drone to quickly switch between different mission configurations, making it suitable for a wide variety of civilian and emergency response operations. #China #TP200 #Drone #UAV #Aviation #Technology #ChinaNews #Innovation #MaidenFlight #Aircraft #Shandong #WorldNews #BreakingNews #Aerospace #FutureTech
Read the full analysis and policy breakdown on China News Update: https://chinanewsupdate.com/chinas-ex… China's surging export machine is no longer a temporary surplus—it represents a structural industrial threat to Europe, Taiwan, and …
Read the full analysis and policy breakdown on China News Update: https://chinanewsupdate.com/chinas-ex… China's surging export machine is no longer a temporary surplus—it represents a structural industrial threat to Europe, Taiwan, and the broader West. In this video, China analyst Tony Fiddis breaks down how Beijing's state support, lower energy costs, and industrial scale are capturing market share across autos, machinery, and clean energy. Please Support the Channel (It's just me making China Update): Patreon Link: / chinaupdate One-off Tips Here: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/chinaupdate Book a one-on-one video consultation with Tony Fiddis for tailored, independent analysis of China’s economy, political landscape and evolving regulatory environment: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/chinaupd… Video Timestamps: 00:00 Introduction 00:11 China Exploits European Divisions as Trade Surplus Soars 03:27 CXMT Shares Surge 472% 05:18 Taiwan Tensions: China Global Campaign 08:59 Wright on China’s Shattered Economic Miracle 📄 FULL VIDEO OVERVIEW & ANALYSIS: In this comprehensive breakdown, China analyst Tony Fiddis examines how China’s industrial export machine has evolved from a localised trade imbalance into a major strategic challenge for Western economies. For years, Western policymakers treated excess Chinese manufacturing capacity as a passing phase. Today, however, structural advantages—ranging from low-cost energy and state-subsidized capital to industrial scale and competitive currency valuation—allow Chinese producers to undercut competitors on global tenders before Western nations can deploy defensive trade tools. This episode analyses the compounding pressure on critical sectors including electric vehicles, industrial machinery, chemicals, and renewable energy components. Beyond bilateral trade deficits, Western and Taiwanese companies face losing substantial market share in neutral third-country markets. Tony highlights the geopolitical policy options currently under debate—from Brussels' potential shift toward targeted procurement quotas and machinery safeguards to Washington's blanket tariffs—and explains why building protectionist fences at home may fail to stem China's expanding footprint across the rest of the developing world.
Australia is strengthening its role as the Pacific’s security partner of choice, signing new defense agreements with countries including Papua New Guinea, Fiji and Vanuatu as strategic competition with China intensifies. …
Australia is strengthening its role as the Pacific’s security partner of choice, signing new defense agreements with countries including Papua New Guinea, Fiji and Vanuatu as strategic competition with China intensifies. At the same time, Beijing has tested a nuclear-capable ballistic missile into the South Pacific and Papua New Guinea has abruptly closed Taiwan’s representative office, raising fresh questions about China's growing influence across the region. Pacific Island nations, meanwhile, are seeking to balance Australian security ties with Chinese economic engagement while resisting pressure to choose sides. Is the South Pacific becoming the next major front in Indo-Pacific strategic competition? In this episode, we examine Australia's expanding regional role, China's growing presence and what the shifting balance of power means for Taiwan and the Indo-Pacific.
Xi Jinping can’t stay—but he may not be able to leave. Behind Zhongnanhai’s image of unity, a three-way power struggle is reportedly paralyzing the Chinese Communist Party. Xi’s allies, conservative Party …
Xi Jinping can’t stay—but he may not be able to leave. Behind Zhongnanhai’s image of unity, a three-way power struggle is reportedly paralyzing the Chinese Communist Party. Xi’s allies, conservative Party elders, and reformist opponents all want different outcomes—and none can agree on how Xi should be removed, judged, or protected. Should he be allowed to retire quietly? Blamed only for breaking succession rules? Or investigated for the darkest controversies of his rule? From the secretive Beidaihe meetings to the historical precedents of Mao Zedong, Hua Guofeng, and Zhao Ziyang, this program examines why the CCP is trapped with Xi Jinping—and why any attempt to resolve his fate could tear the regime apart.
Is the world entering its most dangerous geopolitical and economic transition in decades? According to geopolitical strategist Peter Zeihan, the answer is yes. In this week's Stansberry Investor Hour, Dan Ferris …
Is the world entering its most dangerous geopolitical and economic transition in decades? According to geopolitical strategist Peter Zeihan, the answer is yes. In this week's Stansberry Investor Hour, Dan Ferris sits down with bestselling author and geopolitical expert Peter Zeihan for a wide-ranging discussion on the wars, demographic shifts, energy shortages, and political upheaval that could reshape the global economy over the next decade. While many investors remain focused on interest rates and stock prices, Peter argues that the real story lies elsewhere. Globalization is breaking down. And the consequences could affect everything—from oil prices and supply chains to China's economy, America's industrial future, and the balance of global power. Peter explains: • Why the Middle East conflict could create a much larger energy crisis than markets expect • Why oil production can't simply be turned back on overnight • How drones are permanently changing modern warfare • Why Europe is rapidly preparing for a new security reality • And why investors should pay close attention to geopolitical risks—not just economic data The conversation begins with one of Peter's biggest concerns today: The world may be underestimating just how fragile the global energy system has become.
Taiwan undergoes millions of cyberattacks and intrusion attempts every day as well as a dizzying onslaught of disinformation from Beijing. There are few people who understand what Taiwan is really up …
Taiwan undergoes millions of cyberattacks and intrusion attempts every day as well as a dizzying onslaught of disinformation from Beijing. There are few people who understand what Taiwan is really up against better than Taiwanese legislator Wang Ting-yu, a leader in the Taiwanese Parliament’s Foreign Affairs and National Defense Committee. He’s been sanctioned three times by Beijing and repeatedly threatened for speaking out. In this episode, he reveals Taiwan’s three-step strategy to withstand the Chinese Communist Party’s psychological onslaught. Winning the battle for truth, he believes, is imperative to preserve the life of any democratic nation. And he also breaks down the importance of this tiny island nation. Taiwan produces two-thirds of the world’s semiconductors—and nearly all of the advanced ones—but its importance stretches far beyond this single product. Wang details Taiwan’s strategic position, its role in critical supply chains, and its role as a frontier of human freedom. 00:00 Most Dangerous Threat from Beijing 08:16 Taiwan’s Fights Back 13:20 Sponsor: Immersed 15:00 Weaponize Information 19:22 Democracy Prevails 21:00 CCP Influence in Taiwan 25:25 China’s Military Buildup 29:13 The Importance of Taiwan 33:15 Special Defense Budget 36:08 Is Cozying Up to Beijing a Smart Move? 41:38 CCP Sanctions and Personal Risk
Read the full analysis on China News Update: https://chinanewsupdate.com/chinas-k-… China’s economy is fracturing into a two-speed system: coastal tech powerhouses are surging ahead, while inland regions flounder under debt and property …
Read the full analysis on China News Update: https://chinanewsupdate.com/chinas-k-… China’s economy is fracturing into a two-speed system: coastal tech powerhouses are surging ahead, while inland regions flounder under debt and property collapses. In this deep-dive analysis, China analyst Tony Fiddis examines how Beijing is tightening its grip on money markets, financial elites, and offshore assets, alongside the limits of Washington’s decoupling efforts.
A secret political movement is trying to restore the Republic of China on the Chinese mainland. Backed by ROC loyalists, dissidents, and anti-Communist activists, the group says it wants to overthrow …
A secret political movement is trying to restore the Republic of China on the Chinese mainland. Backed by ROC loyalists, dissidents, and anti-Communist activists, the group says it wants to overthrow CCP rule and build a new federal, democratic China. But how real is this underground movement—and could the Republic of China return first as an idea?
In early July, China launched a missile from a submarine into the south pacific, drastically expanding its capabilities to launch nuclear weapons in a stealth attack on its adversaries. Source: China’s …
In early July, China launched a missile from a submarine into the south pacific, drastically expanding its capabilities to launch nuclear weapons in a stealth attack on its adversaries.
A new security concern for U.S. troops: Computer code from Chinese and Russian companies was found in apps made for people serving in the U.S. military. What researchers found could put …
A new security concern for U.S. troops: Computer code from Chinese and Russian companies was found in apps made for people serving in the U.S. military. What researchers found could put sensitive information and people’s safety at risk. A call to resist pressure from China—Taiwanese President Lai Ching-te urged members of his party to oppose the “red terror” coming from Beijing. Taiwan sees a diplomatic setback as the Pacific island nation of Papua New Guinea closes its representative office under pressure from Beijing. As China’s threats grow, Taiwan’s new drone coalition is moving quickly to secure critical supply lines with international allies. Today marks the 27th anniversary of China’s brutal persecution of Falun Gong practitioners. Lawmakers are commemorating this day alongside millions of Falun Gong practitioners around the world. 00:00 Intro 01:24 Chinese, Russian Code Found in U.S. Military Apps 02:49 Taiwan President Calls to Resist China's 'Red Terror' 03:14 Papua New Guinea Shuts Taiwan Office, Draws Criticism 04:13 Taiwan Pushes to Secure Drone Alliance Amid China Pressure 05:13 Taiwan Boosts Sea Drills Amid China Patrol Escalation 05:59 Rubio in Philippines for Regional Talks 06:39 Rubio to Discuss Trump-Xi Summit in Asia Meetings 07:10 China Accused of Attacking Philippine Sailor 07:50 Lawmakers Support Falun Gong on Anniversary of Persecution 11:15 Falun Gong Marks 27 Years Since Start of Persecution 12:08 Parade Marks 27 Years of Falun Gong Persecution: London 14:33 China Moonshot AI Challenges U.S. Tech Lead 15:52 Beijing's Religious Persecution Targets Americans: Report
An alleged internal Chinese simulation reveals what could happen if the Three Gorges Dam collapsed. The leaked maps project catastrophic flooding across the Yangtze River basin, major transportation shutdowns, and as …
An alleged internal Chinese simulation reveals what could happen if the Three Gorges Dam collapsed. The leaked maps project catastrophic flooding across the Yangtze River basin, major transportation shutdowns, and as many as 132 million people affected. Now, a senior executive within the Three Gorges system has been placed under investigation amid allegations that he leaked the classified document. What did Beijing know—and why was this scenario kept secret?