After more than a dozen senior Chinese military officials were removed from office in just the last week of December and a slew of further reaching corruption charges, dismissals, and even a mysterious death or two massed throughout the rest of 2023, it has become evident that something is seriously wrong in the highest echelons of China’s Defense apparatus. And according to an explosive new report from Bloomberg, the problems may be so extensive that they’re forcing Chinese President Xi Jinping to rethink

How is China able to sell European drivers so many cheap cars? Customs data shows that Chinese EV shipments to the European Union have increased by 361% since 2021. All over the world, Chinese automakers are taking market share which is threatening European automakers.

Former Army Colonel Hamish de Bretton-Gordon takes a deep diver into which country would win if the USA and China went to war. TalkTV’s international presenter Madeleine Hale speaks to Hamish about the weapons, capabilities and likely outcomes should the two superpower countries ended up in open warfare.

Three candidates, two superpowers and one island. Taiwan is picking a president and a parliament on Saturday amid steadily surging nationalism in mainland China and all the talk of decoupling and derisking by the United States. Who will succeed the outgoing pro-Western president, Tsai Ing-wen? How high are the stakes? #TaiwanElections #ChinaMilitary #Democracy

In October of last year, Argentina’s central bank made a significant announcement regarding a strategic financial move with China. They revealed that China had approved a currency swap line amounting to a substantial $6.5 billion. This financial arrangement was designed to provide Argentina with a readily accessible pool of funds, contributing to the country’s efforts to stabilize and protect its local currency, the peso, which had been facing significant challenges. A currency swap line essentially allows

China has made ‘stern representations’ to Papua New Guinea after Chinese-owned shops were looted and torched during violent riots that claimed 16 lives. The Chinese embassy in Port Moresby lodged “stern representations” with the PNG government on Thursday as its expatriate business owners counted their losses and the tensions spread to provincial centres. PNG Prime Minister James Marape has declared a state of emergency and vowed to crack down on “lawlessness” that left nine people dead in Port Moresby an

On Saturday, Taiwan will elect a new president and legislature. The vote will help determine Taiwan’s ties with China, which threatens to take over the small island democracy. As VOA’s Bill Gallo explains from Taipei, the vote also has major global implications.

Explore the evolving dynamics of naval power in this in-depth analysis! As China rapidly builds its military might, concerns about its challenge to US dominance in the Asia-Pacific region intensify. Join us as we delve into the intricate comparison between the US and Chinese Navies, examining their strengths, weaknesses, and the looming threat of conflict in the Taiwan Strait. Discover the strategic intricacies, technological advancements, and potential consequences of a clash between these naval giants. St

Bloomberg has been told that Chinese President Xi Jinping’s sweeping military purge came as a response to widespread corruption that undermined his efforts to modernize the armed forces. Meanwhile. China has announced fresh sanctions on US defense industry companies in response to the latest arms sales deals to Taiwan. Rebecca Choong Wilkins reports on Bloomberg Television.

China’s new Gravity-1 rocket, also known Yinli-1 (YL-1), was launched 3 Yunyao-1 series satellites from a sea platform on Jan. 11, 2023. Full Story: https://www.space.com/china-orienspac… Debris can be seeing blasting away from the launcher as it lifts off.

China’s population is declining fast, thanks to low birthrates and people fleeing the country. To stave off the decline, the Chinese Communist Party has been pushing women to have more babies. This includes teen pregnancy and pushing older women to keep having children, among other things.

Going to the beach in China is never a fun experience!

After making tons of money helping the CCP persecute dissidents, one American company could face a reckoning. Tragic!

CHINA is in Deep Trouble and the latest data for June reveals that EXPORTS Collapsed by 12.4% in the month as the USA cut its purchases from China by 14%, The economy is slowing much faster than expected and inflation has now fallen to 0% leaving China on the verge of DEFLATION. In this video I provide full details of the latest economic performance and discuss the potential impact on the Global Economy. For specific details please check out the CHAPTER list below. Thanks for watching and please LIKE

Despite the facade of calm, Hong Kong is a powder keg underneath. Many Hongkongers don’t agree with the Chinese Communist Party’s takeover of Hong Kong, but also feel powerless to change it. In this episode of China Unscripted, we discuss the bounty Hong Kong has on 8 democracy activists (including our guest), what Hongkongers can do to keep the protest movement alive, and the Biden administration’s relationship with China. Joining us in this episode is Anna Kwok, the executive director of the Hong Kong De

China’s Foreign Minister Qin Gang has not been seen in public since June 25. Qin was last seen in public as he met officials from Sri Lanka, Vietnam and Russia in Beijing. During his stint as foreign minister, Qin has delivered searing rebukes of Washington after the US shot down a suspected Chinese spy balloon. He has also played a key role in subsequent efforts by both sides to stabilise rocky ties and restore communication. Watch the video to find out more. #china #qingang #worldnews #xijinping 0:00 – I

China’s Foreign Minister Qin Gang has been missing for 3 weeks. He is one of China’s rising top diplomats promoted on a fast track by Xi Jinping. His absence caused many speculations and rumors: from an extramarital affair to his mistress being a foreign agent to his political conflict with the top leadership. Beijing attributed his absence to health reasons. It seems that his disappearance is anything but health-related. It’s a sign of the CCP’s internal political struggle.

Vietnam Just Banned Barbie because in the movie’s trailer there is a map with China’s nine dash line. The nine dash line is China’s bogus claim to own the whole of the South China sea which also includes Vietnamese territory as well as other countries.

In many countries, local governments can technically declare bankruptcy, but this is not feasible in China. China’s executive-dominant social structure, in which central power dominates absolutely, would lead to incalculable consequences if a government runs out of money or faces problems. In recent years, we have often seen news about pay cuts or wage arrears for civil servants and teachers, but these are sectors that do not greatly impact social stability. However, if wages for city management and public

Among this week’s headlines, China has the best racism—and Korean and Japan had better appreciate it. Plus there has been zero progress in U.S.-China relations, despite Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen’s literal kowtowing in Beijing.

China Update is about China economic and political news and analysis #chinaupdate 00:00 Introduction 00:11 Chinese Housing Market 03:03 Germany’s China Strategy 08:51 Chinese Industrial Policy

– Are your China investments safe? Three witnesses at a House hearing reveal the pitfalls of doing business in China. Curious about the real risks of doing business in China? One of the most connected businessmen in the country shares his biggest lessons. Secretary Yellen gets back to traveling, with India and Vietnam trips planned after her recent return from Beijing. And the battle against fentanyl: what’s the biggest obstacle? U.S. officials reveal a hidden force behind the deadly crisis. 00:00 Intro 00

Recently, another significant news has emerged from China’s textile and clothing industry. Dongguan Minghai Finishing & Dyeing Factory, a 30-year-old Hong Kong textile giant based in Dongguan, announced that due to financial difficulties, it would cease all business operations, and all employees were released from their contracts on June 30. Although the closure of Chinese textile and clothing factories has become the norm in recent years, the downfall of such a powerful and comprehensive factory has sent s

China Update is about China economic and political news and analysis #chinaupdate 00:00 Introduction 00:47 Chinese Economy I: Renewed Stimulus Hopes 03:18 NATO Communique on China 06:42 Chinese Economy II: Stock Market

In China, electric vehicles aren’t a just a thing of the future. There are so many EVs in China, they’ve turned into a problem, with graveyards full of new EVs springing up all over the country. That’s thanks in large part to China’s car sharing disaster, which, as you can probably guess, was a government program gone awry.

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As is well known, the United States has been using all its efforts over the years to maintain its hegemonic position with its powerful military, technological, and economic power, and has been pressuring rapidly developing countries, including China. In recent years, China’s rapid technological development has also made it the world’s second-largest economy, and its position and influence in international affairs are also remarkable, which has challenged the United States’ position like never before. The

#Chinainsights#Foxconn#apple Two opposing views have emerged on this issue: one is that Apple would be out of luck if it were to leave China; the other is that Apple and its largest foundry, Foxconn, have already said goodbye to China. What is the actual situation? How much have Apple and Foxconn scaled back their business in China, and how fast are they pulling out of China? In this episode, we will explore this topic with the help of data. It was midnight on June 9, 2023, and a tense atmosphere prevail

A great victory for freedom of speech!

In the face of the mounting crisis of uncompleted property projects and the never ending wait for property handovers, a chorus of disquiet has been growing among homeowners. “Refund, refund, refund.” Astonishingly, in merely a matter of days, the count of halted loans for unfinished real estate projects surpassed 200, with owners of 245 stranded projects issuing a collective proclamation of loan suspension. Is this merely the proverbial tip of the iceberg? Could this trend continue its march across the co

The US and China have begun talks to try to improve relations between the world’s two biggest economies. Bilateral trade is worth hundreds of billions of pounds a year and China’s huge spending power is critical to global financial stability. But the country is experiencing signs of a new economic downturn. Youth unemployment is rising, exports have been falling and property investment is down.

Where do Marxists vacation? In China, they go to communist “holy sites” where they get “baptized” and renew their vows. In this episode of China Uncensored, we look at what these holy sites are, why visiting them is mandatory, and why Xi Jinping is especially fond of them.

China Update is about China economic and political news and analysis #chinaupdate 00:00 Introduction 00:11 Chinese Economy I: Ant Group & Land Use Right Sales 05:33 Chinese Economy II: Gold & Stocks

CHINA is in Deep Trouble and the latest data for June reveals that Infaltion has fallen to 0%, Business Confidence is stalling and the economy is slowing much faster than expected. In this video I provide full details of the latest economic performance and discuss the potential impact on the Global Economy. For specific details please check out the CHAPTER list below. Thanks for watching and please LIKE and SUBSCRIBE. Chapters: 0:00 Intro 1:20 INFLATION 7:07 PRODUCER PRICE INDEX 9:12 INTEREST RATES 10:

North China’s Tianjin municipality has put into operation the world’s largest single-unit power station, the Huadian Tianjin Haijing photovoltaic power station. Covering an area of almost 10,000 hectares, it combines photovoltaic power generation, salt production and aquaculture. The project will improve regional power supply and bolster compound industry exploration. #china #salt #heatwaves