This is a “Mulberry harbour” used for the D-Day landings in France in 1944. It’s an artificial port, made up of floating roadways and pierheads, resembling a bridge: all prefabricated in …
This is a “Mulberry harbour” used for the D-Day landings in France in 1944. It’s an artificial port, made up of floating roadways and pierheads, resembling a bridge: all prefabricated in the UK and towed to France. Eight decades later, China appears to have built something similar. Pictures have emerged of these hybrid ships and how they connect together into a giant causeway. The images are from HI Sutton of Covert Shores who broke the story. The fear is Beijing will use them to transport troops and tanks onto the beaches of Taiwan. Should China attack Taiwan, can Taipei count on the military support of the U.S., its main security backer? And is Taiwan’s survival still in the interests of the United States?
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 …
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 Introduction00:13 Western Influencers and Chinese Soft Power: IShowSpeed03:27 Chinese Economy: After Crash, Wall Street Pours Back In07:30 Taiwan’s Preparations
U.S. Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth has called Japan an “indispensable partner” for countering Chinese aggression in the Asia-Pacific region, including the Taiwan Strait. He made the remarks at a meeting with …
U.S. Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth has called Japan an “indispensable partner” for countering Chinese aggression in the Asia-Pacific region, including the Taiwan Strait. He made the remarks at a meeting with his Japanese counterpart, Nakatani Gen, in Tokyo, part of his first trip to the region as defense secretary.
In this video, we dive into the latest developments in Chinese maritime technology that are raising eyebrows among defense analysts. With the advent of new landing barges and advanced cable-cutting capabilities, …
In this video, we dive into the latest developments in Chinese maritime technology that are raising eyebrows among defense analysts. With the advent of new landing barges and advanced cable-cutting capabilities, China’s maritime strategy is evolving, posing potential threats to regional stability, especially concerning Taiwan. We explore the implications of these advancements and what they mean for international relations and defense strategies in the Indo-Pacific region. Join us as we break down the details of this critical situation and hear expert insights on the future of maritime security. If you find this video informative, please like and share it with others! #MaritimeSecurity #China #Taiwan #DefenseNews #USA #InternationalRelations #amarica #news #today #technologyOUTLINE:00:00:00China’s Maritime Ambitions00:01:28The Interconnected Barge System00:02:48Severing the Lifeline00:04:03Shifting Tides in the Pacific
Retired Taiwanese air force officer Shih Chun-cheng was arrested on espionage charges, suspected of being recruited and directed by China to gather sensitive information, including on Taiwan’s tactical responses to Chinese …
Retired Taiwanese air force officer Shih Chun-cheng was arrested on espionage charges, suspected of being recruited and directed by China to gather sensitive information, including on Taiwan’s tactical responses to Chinese incursions and details about the air-launched Hsiung Feng III anti-ship missile.What would the impact be if the information had been combat-related? See the analysis from our guests Tony Hu, Michael Chen and Wang Kai-chun.
In this video, we dive into the shifting dynamics in Asia as Japan, China, and South Korea come together in Tokyo to discuss cooperation amidst rising US tariff tensions. Discover how …
In this video, we dive into the shifting dynamics in Asia as Japan, China, and South Korea come together in Tokyo to discuss cooperation amidst rising US tariff tensions. Discover how Europe and China are forging closer ties and the effectiveness of Western sanctions on China and Russia. We explore Trump’s direct talks with Xi Jinping, Japan’s stern warning to China over Taiwan, and groundbreaking tech developments like China’s advanced undersea cable cutter. Plus, hear about China’s maritime ambitions and their high-tech undersea robots. Stay informed on these critical geopolitical issues shaping our world today!
By mid-March, the Chinese Communist Party (CCP) had repeatedly sent large groups of military aircraft and warships to harass the Taiwan Strait, reigniting concerns that these drills could escalate into real …
By mid-March, the Chinese Communist Party (CCP) had repeatedly sent large groups of military aircraft and warships to harass the Taiwan Strait, reigniting concerns that these drills could escalate into real combat. Taiwan began discussing how to quickly mobilize. However, transitioning from drills to actual combat would not be an easy task for the CCP. The mobilization of its navy, air force, rocket force, and ground troops would require a complex process, and there are clear signs distinguishing drills from real combat.
Former Philippine President Rodrigo Duterte was transferred to The Hague just hours after being arrested in Manila at the request of the International Criminal Court on charges of crimes against humanity …
Former Philippine President Rodrigo Duterte was transferred to The Hague just hours after being arrested in Manila at the request of the International Criminal Court on charges of crimes against humanity related to his bloody war on drugs. China’s foreign ministry has warned the ICC against “politicization and double standards” over his arrest. Join the discussion with our guests on why Beijing is defending Duterte.
Activists and Winnie the Pooh mark the first anniversary of a Hong Kong security law at a Taipei event. Activists say they want to make Taiwanese more vigilant against threats from …
Activists and Winnie the Pooh mark the first anniversary of a Hong Kong security law at a Taipei event. Activists say they want to make Taiwanese more vigilant against threats from China. 📹 Reporter(s): Scott Huang/Louise Watt#TaiwanPlus #TaiwanPlusNews #TaiwanNews #HongKong #HK #protest #security #law –
Taiwan’s defense ministry detected 47 Chinese military aircraft and 7 naval vessels operating around the country within a 24-hour window. Of those, 41 aircraft breached the Taiwan Strait’s median line and …
Taiwan’s defense ministry detected 47 Chinese military aircraft and 7 naval vessels operating around the country within a 24-hour window. Of those, 41 aircraft breached the Taiwan Strait’s median line and entered the island’s air defense identification zone, marking the second-largest single-day incursion of 2025 so far. 📹 Reporter(s): John Su/Chris Gorin#TaiwanPlus #TaiwanPlusNews #TaiwanNews #ADIZ #military #drills #Taiwanstrait #warship #aircraft-
Joining us in person for the first time is GUERMANTES ‘G-MAN’ LAILARI. He is a retired US Air Force Foreign Area Officer specializing in the Middle East and Europe, as well …
Joining us in person for the first time is GUERMANTES ‘G-MAN’ LAILARI. He is a retired US Air Force Foreign Area Officer specializing in the Middle East and Europe, as well as strategy, irregular warfare, and missile defense. He’s also a visiting researcher at the Institute for National Defense and Security Research in Taipei.
Chinese social media has been awash with a new map and video claiming for China not just features within the 10-dash line, but the Philippine island of Palawan, which has sat …
Chinese social media has been awash with a new map and video claiming for China not just features within the 10-dash line, but the Philippine island of Palawan, which has sat outside that line. In the video, Palawan has been renamed “Zheng He Island” after the famous Chinese explorer of the 1300s. And on March 13, Manila said three Filipinos have been detained in China’s Hainan Province on allegations of espionage.Our guests:Kuo Yu-jen National Sun Yat-sen University Institute of China and Asia-Pacific Studies Professor and DirectorYen-Pin Su National Chengchi University Department of Political Science ProfessorChapters00:00:00 Palawan: China-Philippines Tensions00:01:13 Controversy on Palawan Claim Online00:10:06 China Alleges Filipinos Espionage Involvement 00:16:30 Beijing: Defends Duterte from ICC arrest 00:19:48 Two More Chinese Arrested for Spying
Is AUKUS—the trilateral security partnership between Australia, the United Kingdom, and the United States—preparing for a Taiwan contingency? Join the discussion with our guests, Chenlung Kuo and Hoo Chiew-Ping.
Is AUKUS—the trilateral security partnership between Australia, the United Kingdom, and the United States—preparing for a Taiwan contingency? Join the discussion with our guests, Chenlung Kuo and Hoo Chiew-Ping.
RECAP or Rapid Emergency Construction of Armaments Project is simple, cheap, optionally manned supply ship that can aid Taiwan in the event of a blockade by “spamming the server” with hundreds …
RECAP or Rapid Emergency Construction of Armaments Project is simple, cheap, optionally manned supply ship that can aid Taiwan in the event of a blockade by “spamming the server” with hundreds or even thousands of relief ships.
The Taiwanese military is finishing up a week of ‘rapid-response’ exercises, aimed at boosting the island’s ability to react to threats from China. Beijing claims Taiwan as part of its territory …
The Taiwanese military is finishing up a week of ‘rapid-response’ exercises, aimed at boosting the island’s ability to react to threats from China. Beijing claims Taiwan as part of its territory and has vowed to take the self-ruled democracy, even by force. Recently, there has been an uptick in tensions, after China sent dozens of military planes into areas near Taiwan. DW’s East Asia Correspondent James Chater reports now from Taipei.
China Eyes Russia-Ukraine War as Blueprint for Taiwan? | Vantage with Palki Sharma | N18GChina could be watching the Ukraine war closely—studying how the world responds to aggression and drawing lessons …
China Eyes Russia-Ukraine War as Blueprint for Taiwan? | Vantage with Palki Sharma | N18GChina could be watching the Ukraine war closely—studying how the world responds to aggression and drawing lessons for Taiwan. New footage from southern China shows unusual landing barges, believed by experts to be designed for a Taiwan invasion. These vessels act as floating bridges, allowing Chinese forces to deploy troops and military vehicles directly onto Taiwan’s shores. This comes amid a massive military build-up under Xi Jinping, aimed at modernising the People’s Liberation Army by 2027—the same year he reportedly set as the deadline for a potential invasion of Taiwan. Taiwan is preparing too, doubling the duration of its largest annual military drills. Meanwhile, China has responded with 59 aircraft and multiple warships near Taiwan, calling it “punishment” for promoting independence. With the PLA’s capabilities growing and tensions rising, is China laying the groundwork for a full-scale assault?—Russia Ukraine War | Xi Jinping | Putin | Zelensky | Donald Trump | USA | Taiwan | China | China Taiwan Tensions | Taiwan Military | Firstpost | World News | News Live | Vantage | Palki Sharma | News#donaldtrump #usa #taiwan #chinataiwannews #taiwanmilitary #firstpost #vantageonfirstpost #palkisharma #worldnews
The United States sentences a Chinese national to a month behind bars. We have more on how he tried to smuggle people into Guam by boat—and failed.President Donald Trump is stressing …
The United States sentences a Chinese national to a month behind bars. We have more on how he tried to smuggle people into Guam by boat—and failed.President Donald Trump is stressing that he doesn’t want to see China and Russia work together. Could he break the growing ties between the two nuclear powers?Tennessee condemns forced organ harvesting in China. The state unanimously passed a measure to prevent Americans from unwittingly supporting the crime.Taiwan is stepping up its defense game. For the first time ever, the island is planning annual drills based on a scenario of a Chinese invasion specifically in 2027.00:00 Intro01:05 Man Sentenced: Attempt to Transport Illegal Immigrants02:32 Trump: US Doesn’t Want China, Russia to Work Together06:56 Tennessee Advances Bill Against Forced Organ Harvesting07:54 Taiwan to Drill for Potential China Invasion 202709:24 Will Tariffs Force China to Stop Unfair Trade Practices?11:16 How Coal Plants Could Counter China’s Economic Edge?14:00 China Spending Billions to Get Citizens to Spend More15:24 Newsham on Nature of CCP: It Grabs Everything It Can
Joining us in person for the first time is GUERMANTES ‘G-MAN’ LAILARI. He is a retired US Air Force Foreign Area Officer specializing in the Middle East and Europe, as well …
Joining us in person for the first time is GUERMANTES ‘G-MAN’ LAILARI. He is a retired US Air Force Foreign Area Officer specializing in the Middle East and Europe, as well as strategy, irregular warfare, and missile defense. He’s also a visiting researcher at the Institute for National Defense and Security Research in Taipei.
Militaries have a long tradition of using wargames to strategize. I went to a military think tank and played a wargame against Sam Ellis, guided by a panel of experts, about …
Militaries have a long tradition of using wargames to strategize. I went to a military think tank and played a wargame against Sam Ellis, guided by a panel of experts, about the conflict around Taiwan.
Taiwan’s military is practicing how to respond to a sudden increase in aggressive Chinese activity, part of a new kind of training that mobilizes soldiers as quickly as possible.
Taiwan’s military is practicing how to respond to a sudden increase in aggressive Chinese activity, part of a new kind of training that mobilizes soldiers as quickly as possible.
Taiwan’s defense strategy is undergoing significant changes as President Lai Ching-te announces plans to increase Taiwan’s defense spending to surpass 3% of GDP, translating to a $26 billion budget. This decision …
Taiwan’s defense strategy is undergoing significant changes as President Lai Ching-te announces plans to increase Taiwan’s defense spending to surpass 3% of GDP, translating to a $26 billion budget. This decision comes as Taiwan faces increasing military pressure from China and aligns with U.S. demands for stronger defense capabilities. How will Taiwan navigate its military challenges in a rapidly changing geopolitical landscape?
President Donald Trump is warning Iran of dire consequences if Houthi attacks continue. We take a look at how the Chinese regime uses Iran to support the terrorist group.Trump’s tariffs: How …
President Donald Trump is warning Iran of dire consequences if Houthi attacks continue. We take a look at how the Chinese regime uses Iran to support the terrorist group.Trump’s tariffs: How do they impact small businesses in the United States? And what are the pros and cons?Meanwhile, is China preparing for another pandemic? Mobile pop-up hospitals have been reported inside China, along with large orders for bird flu test kits and medical drills across the country. The moves echo those from the COVID-19 pandemic.00:00 Intro01:11 How China Props Up Iran to Support Houthis03:40 Indiana Manufacturing Ceo Supports Trump Tariffs05:26 San Francisco Business Feels Pain from Trump’s Tariffs06:55 Mobile Hospitals, Testing Kits, Medical Drills in China09:18 Video: Chinese Vessels and Aircraft near Taiwan’s Coast12:30 Australia Raises Concerns Over Hong Kong Ransom Letter14:05 UK Opposition Leader Warns Against Reliance on China16:28 Labs: US Navy Capable, Must Address Geopolitical Risk
Taiwan’s military is starting a new kind of exercise this week, which the defense ministry says is intended to handle emerging gray-zone threats from China.
Taiwan’s military is starting a new kind of exercise this week, which the defense ministry says is intended to handle emerging gray-zone threats from China.
China’s PLA Commander has issued a fresh warning to Taiwan, escalating tensions in the region. The warning comes amid increasing concerns over military maneuvers and potential conflict.#china #taiwan #chinataiwanconflict
China’s PLA Commander has issued a fresh warning to Taiwan, escalating tensions in the region. The warning comes amid increasing concerns over military maneuvers and potential conflict.#china #taiwan #chinataiwanconflict
China is building a number of ginormous barges, equipped with bridges, for the expected invasion of Taiwan. These will allow much larger quantities of heavy vehicles and troops to be landed, …
China is building a number of ginormous barges, equipped with bridges, for the expected invasion of Taiwan. These will allow much larger quantities of heavy vehicles and troops to be landed, and also increase the number of places where a viable landing can be made. New imagery provides new insights into how they might be used. Unscripted and unedited.
House Republicans are pushing bills to block Chinese nationals from getting student visas and accessing U.S. national labs.A Chinese robotics firm is developing humanoid robots, and the engineer behind the development …
House Republicans are pushing bills to block Chinese nationals from getting student visas and accessing U.S. national labs.A Chinese robotics firm is developing humanoid robots, and the engineer behind the development got his advanced education and training in the United States.Vice President JD Vance is stressing the importance of moving supply chains away from China.Some U.S. clothing retailers are expanding domestic production following President Donald Trump’s push for made-in-America products. However, with opportunities come challenges.00:00 Intro01:27 Bill to Ban Chinese From Getting US Student Visas04:15 China’s Humanoid Robots Learn How to Do Chores06:37 VP JD Vance: US Can’t Rely on Communist China08:00 Upside, Downside of ‘Made in America’ Push10:42 US Meat Exporters Anxious for China Access Renewal11:24 China, Russia, Iran Call for End of Sanctions on Tehran12:11 HK Firm Stocks Plunge Amid Criticism of Port Sales14:50 Rising Bird Flu Human Cases Amid Rising Deaths: China17:49 Taiwan: Tougher Measures Needed to Counter Beijing19:43 What’s Behind TSMC’s $165 Billion Investment in the US
President Lai Ching-te has announced 17 measures to combat China’s attempts to undermine Taiwan’s sovereignty and sow discord among the public. The measures include reforms to military law, stricter regulations on …
President Lai Ching-te has announced 17 measures to combat China’s attempts to undermine Taiwan’s sovereignty and sow discord among the public. The measures include reforms to military law, stricter regulations on Mainland Chinese, Hong Kong and Macao citizens looking to settle in Taiwan, raising awareness of the risks of traveling to China and working with allies to publicize Taiwan’s strong national will.
The Cook Islands has signed a comprehensive strategic partnership deal with China, raising concerns in New Zealand, with which it has constitutional ties. As a key regional partner in the Pacific …
The Cook Islands has signed a comprehensive strategic partnership deal with China, raising concerns in New Zealand, with which it has constitutional ties. As a key regional partner in the Pacific Islands, how significant would it be for Taiwan if the Cook Islands cooperates with China? Join the discussion with our guests Liou To-hai and Tony Hu.
Why do so many high-ranking CCP officials keep disappearing? And even more chilling—are some of them being secretly executed or drugged? Beijing just wrapped up the annual “Two Sessions”, the biggest …
Why do so many high-ranking CCP officials keep disappearing? And even more chilling—are some of them being secretly executed or drugged? Beijing just wrapped up the annual “Two Sessions”, the biggest political event of the year where the CPPCC and the National People’s Congress (NPC) convene. But something was off this year—several key officials were missing. So, where did they go? According to Taiwan’s Up Media and political commentator Du Zheng, many of these officials were likely “internally dealt with”—or worse, silenced permanently.1. Missing Officials in the Defense Industry2. The “Disappeared” Officials in Foreign Affairs3. What Happened to the Missing PLA Officers?4. The Arrest of an Official Who Knew Xi’s role during COVIDReferencehttps://www.upmedia.mg/news_info.php?…