At the end of May, Indian Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri led a delegation to the United States and met with Defense Undersecretary Elbridge Colby. Notably, the two sides used different terms …
At the end of May, Indian Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri led a delegation to the United States and met with Defense Undersecretary Elbridge Colby. Notably, the two sides used different terms to describe the relationship: India called it a “partnership,” while the U.S. referred to it as an “alliance.” Our guests, Mumin Chen and Roger Liu, share their insights on this.
Lawmakers and the FBI are chasing the money trail behind the unrest in Los Angeles. They’ve uncovered one billionaire with deep ties to the Chinese Communist Party. What’s his full story?President …
Lawmakers and the FBI are chasing the money trail behind the unrest in Los Angeles. They’ve uncovered one billionaire with deep ties to the Chinese Communist Party. What’s his full story?President Donald Trump says the trade truce with China is sealed and more deals are on the way. Meanwhile, China announces it will remove all tariffs on African exports.China is reaffirming the trade deal, saying it always keeps its word, but U.S. lawmakers are pushing back, questioning the Chinese Communist Party’s credibility in business.The United States is charging three Chinese nationals this month for smuggling biological research materials. We spoke to an expert for insight.00:00 Intro01:28 Pro-CCP Billionaire Funds Anti-Ice Groups03:38 China to Slash All Tariffs on African Exports06:01 Trump: China Truce Saved, ‘We’re Rocking’ More Deals06:17 Bessent: China Must ‘Course Correct’ in Trade09:12 Chinese National Charged with Smuggling Bio Materials into US14:20 Report: Global Brands Using Forced Labor Minerals15:23 US Senators Push to Boost Quad Space Alliance15:59 Australia Confident US Will Proceed with Submarine Pact17:57 Chinese Jets Tail Japanese Air Patrol Within 150 Feet20:00 Taiwan Sentences Chinese Ship Captain to Prison
TSMC: The Company That Rules the Global Microchip Market | Chip War | FD FinanceWatch ‘Haier: From small Chinese Fridge Maker to Global Industry Giant’ here: • Haier: From small Chinese …
TSMC: The Company That Rules the Global Microchip Market | Chip War | FD FinanceWatch ‘Haier: From small Chinese Fridge Maker to Global Industry Giant’ here: • Haier: From small Chinese Fridge Maker to … A new world order is taking shape before our eyes. The Covid-19 pandemic showed the extent to which great powers are dependent on strategic products. The persistent shortage of semiconductors, essential to our daily lives, is reshaping geopolitical relations, fuelling inflation and increasing tensions between America and China.It is estimated that 10 million cars worldwide were not produced in 2021 because manufacturers did not have enough semiconductors. From the computer to the toaster via our tablets and our refrigerators, microprocessors or semiconductors equip all our daily devices. They are of national strategic importance powering all advanced military and civilian technologies. Yet while demand for the quantity and quality of semiconductors has been growing, the amount of places they are produced has been shrinking. Only a few countries have the specialised knowledge and ability to produce cutting-edge chips with 63% of all chips produced in Taiwan.That one island, which is already on the frontline of a superpower struggle between the US and China, dominates production means that the world’s economies are dependent on the stability of Taiwan. So what can be done to secure microprocessors? And how is the battle for semiconductors already affecting our daily lives?
Taiwan’s first domestically-made submarine prototype, known as the Hai Kun, has been spotted floating in a harbor in Kaohsiung. Local media have reported that the submarine is undergoing testing, which experts …
Taiwan’s first domestically-made submarine prototype, known as the Hai Kun, has been spotted floating in a harbor in Kaohsiung. Local media have reported that the submarine is undergoing testing, which experts say could signal sea trials, which have been delayed, are getting closer.
Beijing is luring young American influencers with free, curated trips to China, but showing them only what the regime wants seen. In return, they spread Beijing’s narratives back home.President Donald Trump …
Beijing is luring young American influencers with free, curated trips to China, but showing them only what the regime wants seen. In return, they spread Beijing’s narratives back home.President Donald Trump is taking on California’s plan to ditch gas-powered cars. What’s China’s role behind the scenes?A Ford battery plant in Michigan is facing backlash over its ties to a Chinese company linked to the Chinese Communist Party. Lawmakers warn the deal could threaten U.S. security.A new bill is targeting fentanyl trafficking with tougher penalties and bipartisan backing. Authorities point to China’s involvement as a key factor in the crisis.00:00 Intro01:17 Western Influencers Tour China on State-Sponsored Trips03:47 Trump Signs Bills Blocking California’s EV Mandate06:07 Michigan Battery Plant Sparks CCP Connection Concerns08:19 Bipartisan Vote to Make Fentanyl a Schedule I Drug10:39 Analyst: China Trying to Fully Penetrate US Society12:49 Is Chinese Espionage on the Rise in the US?17:12 Taiwan Eyes Sea Drones to Counter China20:37 Ex-Military Doctor Reveals CCP’s Sinister Plan for Taiwan
This is a secretive military base in the middle of the Indian Ocean, on an island called Diego Garcia, the largest of the Chagos Archipelago, at the junction between South Asia, …
This is a secretive military base in the middle of the Indian Ocean, on an island called Diego Garcia, the largest of the Chagos Archipelago, at the junction between South Asia, Southeast Asia and Africa. On May 22, the U.K. signed an agreement to return sovereignty of the islands to Mauritius, with the exception of Diego Garcia. The island, which exclusively houses the joint U.S. and U.K. base, will remain in British control under a 99-year lease. Critics argue the move could expose the base and islands to Chinese influence, given Mauritius’s friendly relations with Beijing. Our guests:Tony Hu-Former U.S. Department of Defense Senior Director for China, Taiwan and Mongolia
SMIC is China’s main bet against Taiwan’s TSMC and South Korea’s Samsung in the global AI race. But the U.S.’s efforts to keep Beijing’s biggest chipmaker in check appear to have …
SMIC is China’s main bet against Taiwan’s TSMC and South Korea’s Samsung in the global AI race. But the U.S.’s efforts to keep Beijing’s biggest chipmaker in check appear to have had the opposite effect. Huawei recently unveiled a new line of SMIC manufactured semiconductors that rival Nvidia’s.WSJ explains how rise of SMIC in China and how the U.S. is trying to keep the company in check.Chapters:0:00 U.S.-China tech war1:07 SMIC’s origins2:49 Should the U.S. be concerned by SMIC?4:35 The impact of tariffs
For China, Taiwan isn’t just a neighbor – it’s unfinished business. The Communist Party calls Taiwan a “breakaway province.” Beijing says reunification is inevitable – with or without peace. What would …
For China, Taiwan isn’t just a neighbor – it’s unfinished business. The Communist Party calls Taiwan a “breakaway province.” Beijing says reunification is inevitable – with or without peace. What would happen if China invaded Taiwan? Hook tells you what’s what.It’s the most dangerous flash point on Earth. A tiny island. A massive superpower. And a question that could spark the next world war: Can Taiwan survive a China invasion? Let’s break it down – in 3 Questions.#ChinaTaiwanConflict #TaiwanInvasion #TaiwanSurvival #ChinaReunification #TaiwanIndependence #WorldWar #GlobalSecurity #TaiwanCrisis #ChinaVsTaiwan #TaiwanFlashpoint #ChinaForeignPolicy #TaiwanDefense #InternationalRelations #ChinaSuperpower
Representatives from Taiwan, Paraguay and Japan gathered in Tokyo to highlight their mutual support. At the event, Paraguayan President Santiago Peña reaffirmed his backing of Taiwan, one of the island’s 12 …
Representatives from Taiwan, Paraguay and Japan gathered in Tokyo to highlight their mutual support. At the event, Paraguayan President Santiago Peña reaffirmed his backing of Taiwan, one of the island’s 12 remaining diplomatic allies.
The Kashmir conflict has put Chinese weapons under the spotlight. But now a research group under India’s Ministry of Defence says China provided Pakistan not only with air defense, but satellite …
The Kashmir conflict has put Chinese weapons under the spotlight. But now a research group under India’s Ministry of Defence says China provided Pakistan not only with air defense, but satellite support during its clash with India, suggesting that Beijing may have been more involved than previously disclosed. Pakistan imports 80% of its arms from China, including the precision missiles aboard its jet fighters and the air defense system that was supposed to protect it from Indian strikes on May 7 to 10. In the first real combat test of these Chinese weapons systems, what was the upshot? Our guests: -Sana Hashmi Taiwan-Asia Exchange Foundation Postdoctoral Fellow Dr. Manoj Kumar Panigrahi -Jindal School of International Affairs Associate Professor Chapters00:00:00 – Pakistan Deploys Chinese Weapons00:01:27 – China-Made Defenses Fail during Strikes00:09:58 – Pakistan Confirms Chinese Jets, Missiles00:23:10 – Gokhale: No Big Power Stood with India#India #Pakistan #China #Kashmir #IndiaPakistan #IndoPak #ChinaPakistanRelations #ChineseWeapons #AirDefense #AirStrikes #ArmsSales #Missiles #BorderDispute #Pahalgam #TerrorAttack #CounterAttack #AirForce #Military #SouthAsia #TaiwanTalks
Given political differences and rising tensions with China, Taiwan wants to reduce its reliance on undersea cables prone to sabotage. But it doesn’t trust Starlink, Elon Musk’s satellite internet, either. Now …
Given political differences and rising tensions with China, Taiwan wants to reduce its reliance on undersea cables prone to sabotage. But it doesn’t trust Starlink, Elon Musk’s satellite internet, either. Now it’s trying to build its own satellite network.Chapter Breakdown0:00 DW’s Melissa Chan reports on Taiwan’s efforts to develop a satellite network alternative to Starlink4:31 David Ariosto, Journalist, on China’s anti-satellite technology8:25 Malcolm Davis, Senior Analyst, Australian Strategic Policy Institute, on Taiwan’s technological advancements#satellitetech #satelliteinternet #taiwan
President Donald Trump has unveiled a new defense system: the Golden Dome. Its purpose is to protect Americans from missile attacks, including nuclear threats, posed by foreign adversaries like China and …
President Donald Trump has unveiled a new defense system: the Golden Dome. Its purpose is to protect Americans from missile attacks, including nuclear threats, posed by foreign adversaries like China and Russia.Chinese companies are trying to bypass tariffs imposed by the United States. A report highlights some of the most unusual methods.The trade war between Beijing and Washington is taking its toll on U.S. producers, too. General Motors now says it will stop sending some of its vehicles to China.Meanwhile, trade concerns continue to weigh on China’s economy, prompting authorities in Beijing to take new action.00:00 Intro01:08 Golden Dome: US Defense Strategy Vs. China, Russia03:54 How Chinese Companies Sidestep US Tariffs05:14 Gm Stops Some Vehicle Exports from US to China06:07 Nvidia CEO Praises Trump’s Semiconductor Chip Plans07:21 China Cuts Key Rates to Aid Economy Amid Trade War08:42 Taiwan’s Foreign Minister Discusses Taiwan World Status10:41 US Needs a Strategic Approach to Counter China: Experts🔵Tiffany M
Weekly news magazine The Economist has featured the Taiwan on the cover of its early May 2025 edition with the title “The Taiwan Test: It’s Closer Than You Think.” The magazine …
Weekly news magazine The Economist has featured the Taiwan on the cover of its early May 2025 edition with the title “The Taiwan Test: It’s Closer Than You Think.” The magazine argues that the shifting geopolitical landscape under U.S. President Trump has created a potential window of opportunity for China, which would test America’s resolve. Have Trump’s trade war and other recent actions made a Chinese blockade or invasion of Taiwan more likely? Is it still possible for the United States to deter Chinese aggression? In this episode, we explore Taipei’s tenuous position between Washington and Beijing, the possibility of a cross-Strait conflict, and whether buying more U.S. arms would be enough to protect Taiwan. Our guests:Peifen Hsieh International Cooperation and Development Fund Deputy Secretary General Wang Kai-chun Kuomintang (KMT) Department of International Affairs Assistant DirectorChapters:00:00:00 – Taiwan Becomes Key Issue for Superpowers00:00:49 – What Do Trump’s Policies Mean for Taiwan?00:01:11 – Could Xi Act Before Window Closes?00:04:44 – Could Trump Sell Out Taipei to Avoid War?00:07:14 – Has Taiwan Become a Bargaining Chip?00:09:43 – Can the U.S. Still Deter China?00:12:35 – Could Political Division Weaken Taipei?00:17:11 – Is Rhetoric a Threat to Peace?00:19:47 – Are U.S. Arms Enough to Protect Taiwan?
On Thursday, the House Select Committee on the CCP held a hearing on rising Chinese aggression against Taiwan.Fuel your success with Forbes. Gain unlimited access to premium journalism, including breaking news, …
On Thursday, the House Select Committee on the CCP held a hearing on rising Chinese aggression against Taiwan.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:
Chinese state media has claimed that if the People’s Liberation Army were to blockade Taiwan, the country’s energy reserves would last less than a week. How could Taiwan endure such a …
Chinese state media has claimed that if the People’s Liberation Army were to blockade Taiwan, the country’s energy reserves would last less than a week. How could Taiwan endure such a blockade from China? Our guests, Christina Chen and Wu Wen-Chin, share their views.
National security officials described new threats China poses to Taiwan as “hybrid” tactics in a briefing to legislators on Thursday. 📹 Reporter(s): Klein Wang/Patrick Chen/Leslie Liao#TaiwanPlus #TaiwanPlusNews #TaiwanNews-
National security officials described new threats China poses to Taiwan as “hybrid” tactics in a briefing to legislators on Thursday. 📹 Reporter(s): Klein Wang/Patrick Chen/Leslie Liao#TaiwanPlus #TaiwanPlusNews #TaiwanNews-
As China escalates its military activity around Taiwan and rapidly builds its naval and civilian fleets, Beijing’s threats to seize the island could be coming closer to reality. China’s new ships …
As China escalates its military activity around Taiwan and rapidly builds its naval and civilian fleets, Beijing’s threats to seize the island could be coming closer to reality. China’s new ships can land on beaches and link to form massive mobile piers, boosting the PLAs amphibious assault capacity. Analysts say they’re intended to rapidly offload military equipment in the event of a sea invasion. WSJ breaks down how these new Chinese ships are setting the stage for a D-Day-style invasion of Taiwan.Chapters:0:00 China’s new ships0:44 Shipyard in Guangzhou1:46 Sea trials 2:24 Breaking down the ships5:40 Invasion scenario 6:51 What’s next?EquippedEquipped examines military innovation and tactics emerging around the world, breaking down the tech behind the weaponry and its potential impact.#China #Taiwan
Markets soar as tariffs fall. President Donald Trump is claiming a big win. Is this the beginning of the end or just a pause in the U.S.–China trade war?Trump says China …
Markets soar as tariffs fall. President Donald Trump is claiming a big win. Is this the beginning of the end or just a pause in the U.S.–China trade war?Trump says China agreed to stop sending fentanyl to America. Despite that, the existing 20 percent tariff punishing Beijing for its role in the drug crisis remains in place.China isn’t giving ground on rare earth, at least for now. Beijing is keeping export controls in place for several rare earth minerals. We have details on Trump’s plan to counter this.The United States is relying more on China for pharmaceuticals, and experts are concerned this poses a national security threat. NTD’s data reporter Kevin Hogan breaks it down.A line of devices may look and act like video games, but they’re really vapes, and are more likely to get kids addicted to them. The FDA is now taking counter-measures against the Chinese-made devices.00:00 Intro01:26 Tariff Truce: US and China Hit Pause on Trade War03:57 Trump: China Agrees to Stop Sending Fentanyl to US06:13 China Has Yet to Drop Export Bars on Rare Earth08:44 What the Length of Talks Tells Us About the Deal?11:52 China’s Expanding Role in US Drug Supply Chains16:25 FDA to Confiscate Chinese-Made ‘Smart Vapes’17:17 China Set to Host Latin America Partners Amid Trade War20:09 Taiwan Test Fires First Rounds of US Rockets
U.S. President Donald Trump’s tariffs have shaken the global economy, including critical semiconductor supplies chains. In response, major companies like Taiwan’s TSMC and the United States’s Nvidia have attempted to tread …
U.S. President Donald Trump’s tariffs have shaken the global economy, including critical semiconductor supplies chains. In response, major companies like Taiwan’s TSMC and the United States’s Nvidia have attempted to tread carefully to avoid provoking either Washington or Beijing. Which countries and companies will be hit hardest? How can Taiwan protect both its domestic economy and its overseas investments? And how significant is Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang’s recent trip to Beijing? This episode explores the intensifying competition within the global chip industry, China’s response to the U.S. economic tactics, and what Taiwan is doing to safeguard its chip leadership. Our guests: Rocky Uriankhai SciTech Power Research CEO Chenlung Kuo United Daily News Deputy in Chief 00:00:00 – Trade War Hits Semiconductor Sector 00:01:13 – How Are Tariffs Altering Supply Chains? 00:01:43 – Is China the U.S.’s Main Target? 00:04:34 – What Is Driving China’s Quick Response? 00:07:34 – Who Will Be Hardest Hit by U.S. tariffs? 00:11:45 – Can TSMC Dodge a Major Hit? 00:14:57 – How Can Taiwan Safeguard Its Chip Leadership? 00:18:18 – How Risky Are TSMC’s Overseas Investments? 00:23:13 – How Significant Was Nvidia CEO’s China Trip?
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 …
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
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 …
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.
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.
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
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
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 …
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.
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 …
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