Greg Sheridan worried about China’s aggressive posturing towards Japan and highlighted Australia’s ineffectiveness in drone capabilities due to defence budget allocations.“The absolute hopeless position of the Australian defence force in terms of drone capabilities,” Mr Sheridan told Sky News host Andrew Bolt. “We have almost no missiles and almost no drones. Certainly, nothing that could counter the Chinese.“We’re just dependent entirely on the Americans.”

China and Japan exchanged sharp warnings after Tokyo hinted it could aid Taiwan militarily. Beijing threatened severe consequences, escalating tensions as Japan faces growing security concerns and reviews its defence posture.#china #japan #taiwan #wion

In Africa, dissatisfaction with Chinese businesses is growing. In Kenya, the China Square controversy highlighted complaints that Chinese retailers were dumping goods at low prices, hurting local small businesses. The trade department even threatened to expel foreign retailers, urging them to focus on manufacturing instead of retail.

China is facing a more hostile international environment and just had a tough week. While Taiwan is getting more international spot light, a diplomatic firestorm erupts as Japan pushes back harder than Beijing ever expected, after a Chinese consul’s shocking threat against Prime Minister (Takaichi Sanae). At the same time, the high-profile case of (Yang Lanlan) in Australia takes an unexpected turn, with her legal team defying court norms and exploiting loopholes. From rising tensions in East Asia to a courtroom drama shaking public opinion, this episode breaks down Beijing’s challenges abroad. A deep dive into China–Japan relations, political fallout, and the unraveling Yang Lanlan scandal.

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Beijing Condemns Sanae Takaichi After Japan Signals Harder Taiwan StanceJapan’s new Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi has triggered a major diplomatic clash with Beijing after warning that a Taiwan conflict could threaten Japan’s security. China condemned her remarks as “dangerous,” issued a travel advisory, and lodged formal protests. The dispute has sparked threats from Chinese officials, political uproar in Tokyo, and renewed debate over Japan’s military role as Asia-Pacific tensions sharply escalate. #CrossWorldNews #breakingnews #latestnews #trump #newstoday #news #us #todaynews #worldnews

00:00 Introduction00:22 Economic Crisis: The Rise of ‘Phantom Loans’ as Demand Collapses 04:51 Local Governments Pick Up The Slack 06:52 Chinese Economy: Property Crisis

China says its sent coast guards to disputed Diaoyutai Islands that sit between Japan and Taiwan. It’s the latest development in an ongoing diplomatic spat between Beijing and Tokyo. Chinese has taken increasingly aggressive actions since Japanese prime minister Takaichi Sanae said her country would intervene in the event of a Taiwan Strait conflict. China has condemned those comments and threatened military consequences.

U.S. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent joins ‘Sunday Morning Futures’ to discuss talks with China over rare earth materials, the legality of Trump’s tariffs, the affordability crisis and more. #fox #media #us #usa #new #news #foxnews #scottbessent #bessent #donaldtrump #trump #china #xijinping #treasury #economy #tariffs #trade #rareearth #materials #affordability #inflation #finance #politics #political #politicalnews #government #global #washingtondc #washington #dc #markets #warning

A new report from a bipartisan group on Capitol Hill exposes how the Chinese regime uses predatory practices to control the global supply of critical minerals.Europe is pushing back against Beijing. Lawmakers across the European Union are joining forces to tackle the challenges posed by China.In a warlike tone, China’s foreign ministry fired a warning at Japan after a Chinese envoy threatened Japan’s prime minister. The move follows Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi’s comments on possible military action if China attacks Taiwan.The Trump administration is fighting the terrorist organization it said is led by Venezuela’s head of state, Nicolás Maduro. Meanwhile, Beijing has given Maduro an economic lifeline.00:00 Intro01:33 G7 Raises Concerns Over Chinese Military Buildup02:38 Report Finds Chinese Regime Manipulates Mineral Prices06:21 European Politicians Address Dependence on China10:25 China Issues New Threats to Escalate Standoff With Japan12:13 FBI Director: China Agreed to Stop Fentanyl Precursors13:32 Chinese-Backed Scams Under Federal Probe15:34 China Gives Venezuelan Regime a Lifeline18:29 EU Scraps Tariff Exemption for Small Chinese Parcels20:06 China’s Singles’ Day Shopping Festival Wraps Up22:03 Chinese Bio Firm Sues Gov’t Over $60M in COVID Bill Delays

The CCP has siphoned off trillions of dollars in innovation and wealth right under our noses. This isn’t just theft, it’s the buildup for war. Counterintelligence expert Casey Fleming explains how decades of “trade” with China has led to something much scarier.

China has begun enforcing export controls on fentanyl precursors to the United States. We break down Beijing’s latest move to curb the flow of the deadly opioid.Tensions are flaring between Japan and China after a Chinese diplomat threatened to “cut off the head” of Japan’s prime minister. Tokyo lodged a strong protest, calling the remark unacceptable. And the U.S. ambassador to Japan weighs in on the situation.Beijing has just commissioned its third and most modern aircraft carrier, in an effort to compete with Washington’s naval power. We bring you the details.China’s exports in October have fallen for the first time in almost two years. We take a closer look at the state of the world’s second-largest economy.A historic address at the European Parliament: Taiwan’s vice president called on democratic nations to unite against communist China over the weekend.00:00 Intro00:54 China Curbs Fentanyl Precursor Exports to U.S.02:15 Fleming: China’s Not Serious on Curbing Fentanyl06:55 Japan Rebukes Chinese Envoy’s Beheading Threat to Its PM09:14 China Commissions Third Aircraft Carrier: The Fujian10:15 Chinese Scientist Convicted of Stealing U.S. Secrets11:19 President Trump Pardons Former NYPD Sergeant12:30 China’s Exports to U.S. Fall in October14:07 Tesla Sales in China Fall to 3-Year Low14:07 Taiwan’s VP Delivers Historic Speech to European Union19:32 Remembering Victims of Communism

Taiwan Vice President Bi-khim Hsiao delivered the keynote remarks to the Inter-Parliamentary Alliance on China (IPAC) annual summit in Brussels, while former president Tsai Ying-wen addressed the Berlin Freedom Conference. Both Taiwanese leaders used their historic speeches to urge unity among democratic countries against the shared threat of authoritarianism. This diplomatic offensive in Europe comes as Beijing has expanded its use of propaganda, lawfare and gray-zone tactics to isolate and intimidate Taipei and its partners. What did Hsiao and Tsai accomplish in the EU? And is there any merit to Beijing’s attempt to draw a parallel between Germany’s peaceful reunification and a potential invasion of Taiwan? In this episode, we discuss Taiwan-European relations, Germany’s balancing act and how Taipei should respond to Beijing’s latest threats.

00:00 Introduction00:28 Japan-China05:05 Massive Red Flag: Caixin Sounds Alarm Over CTICs08:42 US-China Trade War: Minerals, Soy Beans, & Supply Chains12:59 Tech War: Acute Chip Shortages

China’s economy is unraveling faster than Beijing dares to admit. The third-quarter data shows a record 9-trillion-yuan deficit, hidden money printing, and a brutal tax squeeze draining every corner of society. From secret bond repurchase deals to collapsing restaurants and vanishing jobs, the numbers reveal a system on life support. While exports are rerouted and subsidies run dry, even state media can’t hide the cracks. In this episode, we uncover how the CCP is keeping the economy alive with taxes, debt, and deception — and why the real crash, when it comes, may be sudden and unstoppable.

On the evening of November 8, Xu Jian, the Chinese Consul General in Osaka, posted a death threat on the social media platform X against Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi. He stated, “For the head that comes charging, there is no choice but to chop it off without hesitation.”

Maria Bartiromo, Jacob Sonenshine, and Kenny Polcari analyze rising U.S.-China trade tensions on ‘Mornings with Maria.’

India’s military has conducted its first tri-service exercise in the northeast Indian state of Arunachal Pradesh, which China claims as South Tibet. The Poorvi Prachand Prahar drills come even as New Delhi seeks to mitigate the damage of Trump’s “reciprocal” tariffs by expanding its economic and diplomatic ties with Beijing. Meanwhile, India and US signed a 10-year defense framework on the sidelines of the ASEAN Defense Ministers Meeting in Malaysia. How is New Delhi navigating the policy uncertainties of US President Donald Trump’s second term? And do these developments indicate a shift in India’s decades-long policy of non-alignment? In today’s episode, we hear from two leading Indian scholars about the Arunachal exercise, India’s regional relationships, and what it means for peace and stability in the Indo-Pacific. Our guests: Swasti Rao O.P. Jindal Global University Associate Dean and Associate Professor ThePrint Consulting Editor Sriparna Pathak O.P. Jindal Global University Professor and Centre for Northeast Asian Studies Director Chapters: 00:00:00 – India Focuses on Defense Amid Tensions 00:00:55 – India Conducts Drills Near China Border 00:11:23 – How Should India React to Incursion? 00:12:31 – US and India’s ‘Strategic Convergence’

Why do some say Taiwan gained visibility at this year’s APEC Summit? And what could happen next year when the summit takes place in Shenzhen, China?

Niluh Djelantik, a member of the Indonesian Senate from Bali, has consistently opposed the project. “Even if you give me $100 million, I would never ride that elevator,” she said. “The Elf Beach is beautiful as it is. For some people, appreciating its beauty means putting in the effort, walking to the base of the hill to enjoy the view. Beautiful sights must be experienced with the heart, not just by building an elevator.”Join this channel to get access to perks:

An unhinged Chinese wolf warrior diplomat threatened to cut off the head of Japan’s Prime Minister Takaichi Sanae! And Japan threatens to attack China if it invades Taiwan.

The United States has proclaimed “Anti-Communism Week,” where the country remembers the devastation of communism, its programs for mass murder, to destroy religion, to suppress freedom, and to undermine basic human values. And alongside this, the United States renewed its promise to stand against communism and uphold liberty.Meanwhile, New York City has now elected a democratic socialist as mayor—and the Democratic Socialists of America’s plan for the city has now been revealed.We’ll discuss these topics and others, in this episode of Crossroads.

China is rearming Iran after Israel’s devastating bombing earlier in the year. And Shein is selling stuff that will get this episode demonetized!Operation Honey Pot: Paste this emoji 🍯 in your comment below.

The data shows an almost cliff-like drop in China’s exports worldwide. Exports to the United States dropped 24%, to Europe 13%, to the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) 17%, to Japan 16%, to South Korea 20%, to India 14%, and to Brazil 4%. The only exception was China’s exports to Russia, which surged by 90%. However, given Russia’s economy is smaller than China’s Guangdong province, even this export boom to Russia could not make up for China’s plummet in global trade.China’s foreign trade is teetering on the brink of collapse. As we delve into the specific data and facts in the analysis that follows, it will reveal the severity of this issue. The reality we must face is that China’s exports are no longer the spectacle they once were.#export #chinaeconomy #chinaobserver

Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi has defended her remarks describing a potential Taiwan conflict as an existential risk for Japan. Chinese officials criticized the comments, calling them interference in Beijing’s internal affairs. Takaichi emphasized that Japan must consider legal measures to protect national security if Taiwan faces military aggression.#takaichi #japan #taiwan #china #wion

00:00 Introduction00:16 Japan-China02:57 Taiwan & Europe04:59 US-China: Trade Deal Implementation07:51 Xi Jinping Tours Guangdong, Commissions 3rd Carrier

Thirteen years after seizing Scarborough Shoal in 2012, China announced the establishment of a nature reserve on part of the shoal, further barring Philippine access. Will China subsequently militarize the shoal? How does this move relate to a potential Taiwan contingency? Join our discussion.

Despite China’s stock market surge in 2025, BYD’s shares lag due to dismal Q3 results: revenue fell 3.05% to 195 billion yuan, while net profit plunged 32.6% to 7.82 billion yuan. Sales dipped 1.82%, with per-vehicle profits shrinking 33.7% amid easing price wars. Overseas volume hit 700,000 units (up 132%), but can’t offset domestic erosion in a 6-7 million-unit global market excluding the U.S.Balance sheet alarms include 31.8% inventory bloat, aggressive factory builds, and R&D at 7.72% of revenue—yet no profit uplift. Debt soared 641%, sales lean on budget models, and premium efforts flop. BYD faces five hurdles: forging brand premium, monetizing software/services, navigating geopolitical overseas risks, stemming used-EV depreciation, and scaling energy storage. Without solutions, its volume-chasing model risks collapse.

China’s population collapse is no longer a distant warning — it’s happening now, in plain sight. Hospitals are going bankrupt, marriages are turning into government campaigns, and love itself is being priced and measured. In this episode, I’ll take you through three true stories that capture the unraveling of a nation: empty hospitals closing one after another, marriage booths set up in nightclubs, and young couples breaking under the weight of tradition and money. Together, they reveal what it really means when a country begins to run out of people — and hope.

The boat collision still heard around the world and China’s still living in denial about it!