The latest disagreement between China and the Philippines is over Beijing’s plans for a nature reserve in the disputed Scarborough Shoal in the South China Sea. Manila – which calls the shoal Bajo de Masinloc – launched a diplomatic protest, demanding an end to what it described as “illegitimate and unlawful” action.

China’s Victory Day Parade was massive and introduced a lot of new military tech. We not only saw all three components of their nuclear triad, we got a peek at new laser weapons, drones, hypersonics, boats, and stealth aircraft. In this video, we take a look at five of the major new systems rolled out and what that means for China’s military and the Indo-Pacific.Intro – 00:00-01:17Ad read- 01:17-2:19LY-1 – 02:19-05:14DF-61 – 05:14-07:34AJX002 – 07:34-09:57J-35 – 09:57-12:51Hypersonic missiles – 12:51-End

Huawei has fallen. 📉 Once celebrated as China’s last great tech champion, Huawei’s latest financial report reveals a 32% profit collapse and over 700 billion yuan in debt. Behind the flashy marketing and patriotic slogans lies a company on government life support — and its downfall exposes the cracks in China’s entire tech model.In this video, we break down Huawei’s ugly numbers, the failed nationalism strategy, and why this is more than just one company’s failure — it’s a warning about China’s collapsing tech ambitions.#Huawei #ChinaEconomy #TechCollapse #China

Something is very wrong in China as multiple poisonings strike schools, the economy tanks, and sheer vehicular chaos takes over the streets. Also, so much more.

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 Introduction00:12 EU-US-China: Secondary Sanctions03:16 Basketball In China: LeBron James In State Media05:58 Renminbi vs Dollar in Global Trade

China’s homegrown C919 airliner, having commenced its maiden commercial flight on May 28th, endured a halt to operations a mere one month later.On the morning of June 29th, C919 was set to operate MU9187, jetting off from Shanghai to Chengdu, with a scheduled return flight at 12:30 in the afternoon. However, with the aircraft still grounded as late as 2:16 PM, China Eastern Airlines had no choice but to deploy the Airbus A320 as a stand-in. Intriguingly, the C919 did manage to return to Shanghai’s Hongqiao Airport that evening, albeit without passengers.#c919 #chinaobserver

China has been importing extra crude oil shipments to build up strategic reserves for when seaborne tanker traffic is disrupted by their upcoming invasion of Taiwan.

“It’s not an alliance, it’s very much opportunistic, a marriage of convenience and contains a lot of tensions.”From spying on each other to a long, deep-routed history of hostilities, foreign correspondent and author Ian Williams details the “cold blooded strategic partnership” between Putin and Xi.

A US$2 billion Chinese-built airport in Cambodia opened on September 9, 2025. It replaces Phnom Penh’s old airport as the capital’s main aviation transport hub. Techo International Airport is the second major airport in Cambodia to open in two years. A US$1.2 billion Chinese-funded terminal near the Angkor Wat temple complex was inaugurated in November 2023.

China’s Foreign Ministry holds a live press briefing after NATO forces shot down Russian drones that entered Polish airspace. The ministry is expected to address regional security concerns and rising tensions between NATO and Russia.—

Who really controls China’s military—the paranoid Xi Jinping or his powerful vice chairman Zhang Youxia? This question lies at the heart of today’s biggest geopolitical debate. In this program, we break down the evidence from both sides: Xi’s dramatic parade appearance, Zhang’s rare praise of Xi Jinping Thought, the mysterious downfall of Xi’s most loyal generals, and the sudden reemergence of his rivals. Is Xi still the undisputed commander-in-chief? Has Zhang quietly taken control of the PLA? Or was there a secret deal—brokered by powerful Party elders—that forced a temporary truce? The answer could shape China’s future, the Taiwan Strait, and global security.

One vlogger shared that the number of homes sold in Beijing this year will be shocking, but no one knows who is selling them.

China’s demographic crisis is heading to zero births. Is China going extinct?

Explore the revolutionary AJX002, China’s latest autonomous underwater vehicle (AUV) that is redefining military strategy beneath the waves. Designed for stealth and optimized for endurance, the AJX002 operates at speeds of 20 km/h while maintaining an impressive range of 500 kilometers. Unlike traditional submarines, this AUV can deploy in swarms from various platforms, complicating US Navy’s undersea dominance. Its low acoustic signature makes it difficult to detect, allowing it to loiter near undersea cables and vital maritime chokepoints undetected. As the US Navy adapts to this emerging threat, innovations in anti-submarine warfare technology and proactive strategies will become crucial. This video delves into how the AJX002 alters the balance of power, pushing the boundaries of undersea operations and forcing a rethink of naval tactics and logistics. Join us as we analyze how this shift signals the dawn of a new era in undersea warfare where autonomy and technology reign supreme.—

Explore the revolutionary AJX002, China’s latest autonomous underwater vehicle (AUV) that is redefining military strategy beneath the waves. Designed for stealth and optimized for endurance, the AJX002 operates at speeds of 20 km/h while maintaining an impressive range of 500 kilometers. Unlike traditional submarines, this AUV can deploy in swarms from various platforms, complicating US Navy’s undersea dominance. Its low acoustic signature makes it difficult to detect, allowing it to loiter near undersea cables and vital maritime chokepoints undetected. As the US Navy adapts to this emerging threat, innovations in anti-submarine warfare technology and proactive strategies will become crucial. This video delves into how the AJX002 alters the balance of power, pushing the boundaries of undersea operations and forcing a rethink of naval tactics and logistics. Join us as we analyze how this shift signals the dawn of a new era in undersea warfare where autonomy and technology reign supreme.—

“There’s quite a lot of evidence now that the US is preparing to change its big strategic idea…this idea that China was the big challenge.”Leaks from the National Security Strategy suggest Trump is “about to abandon” the containment of China and prioritise homeland security, says The Sunday Times’s Mark Urban.

Yesterday, late Tuesday, saw the resignation of Nepal’s Prime Minister KP Sharma Oli, following two days of violent protests that left at least 19 dead and hundreds injured, this shock move has thrown the Himalayan nation into fresh political and economic uncertainty. Subscribe for full analysis on global markets, policy shifts, and economic trends.00:00 Introduction 00:15 Nepal’s Political Crisis Deepens Economic Strains03:55 Record Job Growth Revision Puts Fed on the Spot07:19 Europe’s Defence Tech Start-Ups Surge

Wen Jiabao, once known as the “People’s Premier,” appeared at China’s 2025 Tiananmen Square parade looking visibly heartbroken. His expression tells a story of warnings ignored, reforms abandoned, and a nation marching toward danger. In this video, I break down the five powerful reasons behind Wen’s haunting look — from his ties to 1989’s Tiananmen tragedy to his censored writings and prophetic 2012 warning.This isn’t just about one man’s tears. It’s about the future of China — and the cracks behind the spectacle.Watch until the end to understand what Wen’s face revealed that no missile parade could hide.

China’s Victory Day Parade was ordinary show. From intercontinental nuclear missiles to unmanned submarines, from hypersonic anti-ship weapons to AI-powered drones Beijing unveiled a dozen futuristic systems that the world had never seen before.The message was loud and clear: China no longer wants to “hide its strength.” It wants to display it, boldly, to rivals near and far. What signals did China send through this parade? How do its new weapons alter the balance of power? And most importantly, what lessons must India draw before the dragon breathes fire on our borders?

Is China trying to remove the BRP Sierra Madre, the warship the Philippines deliberately grounded at Second Thomas Shoal, to assert its dubious historical claims over the Spratly Islands? What would this mean for the South China Sea? Our guests share their views.

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France has been plunged into renewed political turmoil after Prime Minister François Bayrou lost a confidence motion in parliament, forcing President Emmanuel Macron to prepare for his third change of government in just over a year. The defeat underscores deep divisions over how Europe’s second-largest economy can confront its towering debt burden while maintaining political stability.Subscribe for full analysis on global markets, policy shifts, and economic trends.00:00 Introduction 00:23 France Faces Third Government Shake-Up04:01 Indonesia’s Finance Minister Ousted in Shock Shake-Up07:16 Visa Crackdown in Georgia Puts South Korea’s U.S. Investment Drive at Risk

Join the Trustee Chair in Chinese Business and Economics on September 9 for an online roundtable discussion on the state of China’s economy. China is making breakthroughs in a variety of technologies, yet by most measures — growth, prices, employment — the macro economy is doing badly. The question is to what extent these challenges are cyclical and to what extent structural, and the potential chances of some sort of economic crisis. Trustee Chair Scott Kennedy will moderate a discussion among top experts, including Arthur Kroeber (Gavekal Dragonomics), Kiyoyuki Seguchi (Canon Institute for Global Studies), Jahangir Aziz (J.P. Morgan), and Tianlei Huang (Peterson Institute of International Economics).

In this video we’ll decode China’s Victory Day Parade to explore the cutting-edge weaponry unveiled in Beijing. A geopolitical message powered by next-gen tech, signaling China’s ambition as it steps onto the world stage.#ChinaVictoryDay #MilitaryParade #DF61 #Hypersonics #NuclearTriad #TechWarfare

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 Introduction00:36 Nvidia, China, & The Price of Geopolitics 04:43 Shanghai Cooperation Organization Summit07:06 Taiwan Tensions: ‘Nazification’08:59 Un, Putin Join Xi at Beijing Military Parade

This is a story of industrial espionage, strategic gambles, and a super-helicopter that, despite its initial failure, unexpectedly reemerged across the Pacific.On August 21, 2025, several grainy but striking photos lit up the Chinese internet: twin coaxial rotors stacked above the fuselage, a pusher propeller at the tail pointing forward like a dagger—an ultra-futuristic high-speed helicopter, seen in low-altitude test flights.

Who is replacing Xi? Hu is replacing Xi! Beijing’s next leader may well be the Party’s once-discarded crown prince, Hu Chunhua—the man Xi Jinping worked so hard to sideline. As the protégé of former CCP leader Hu Jintao, the younger Hu has recently become much more active, touring strategic projects on Xi’s behalf and appearing alongside high-ranking officials. On social media, quiet discussions are already circulating about a new version of the “Hu-Wang” duo as China’s next leadership lineup. But whoever takes the helm, their challenge will be no small feat.

Laser weapons are now occupying a substantial space in defense plans across the globe by providing an economical and effective substitute for missile interceptors. China officially debuted the L Y-1, a massive ship-borne laser air defense system. As a type of laser weapon, the LY-1 can also effectively avoid the problem of time lag between the target lock-on of shipborne fire control radar and the actual firing of traditional air defense weapons. It also effectively avoids the problem of a large dispersion ratio of traditional shipborne close-in guns, The LY-1 can accomplish aiming equals locking on, firing equals hitting, with very high interception accuracy.

We bring you authentic insights and perspectives from Asia that you won’t find in mainstream media. Whether you’re interested in tech, business, or culture from Asia, we’ve got you covered. In this episode, we take a deep dive into why Chinese EVs can’t seem to go truly global.

Chinese President Xi Jinping has described his country’s rise as ‘unstoppable’ during a major military parade to mark the 80th anniversary of the end of World War II.Showcasing China’s military strength, a selection of weaponry was on show during the parade, including hypersonic missiles and underwater drones – some displayed for the first time.Around two dozen foreign leaders were in attendance, including Russian President Vladimir Putin and North Korean leader Kim Jong Un.Putin and Kim stood side by side with Xi as they made their way to a platform overlooking Tiananmen Square.

On Wednesday, China held a massive military parade in Beijing’s Tiananmen Square, showcasing a long list of new weapons, drones, aircraft, and more, in a spectacle meant to both commemorate the 80th anniversary of the end of World War II, and maybe more importantly, to garner media publicity around the globe for the nation’s new top-of-the-line Defense technologies.

China just staged its biggest-ever military parade — and it wasn’t just pomp and pageantry. Tiananmen Square turned into a weapons showroom: lasers to shoot down drones, AI-powered tanks, robot dogs, swarms of missiles, and stealth fighters. Beijing also unveiled its full nuclear triad, signalling it can strike from land, sea, and air. But what’s the message behind this display? Palki Sharma tells you.—China | Tiananmen Square | Robot Wolves | China Military Parade 2025 | China Army Parade | China World War 2 Parade | Xi Jinping | Kim Jong Un | Vladimir Putin | China | North Korea | Russia | People’s Liberation Army | PLA | CCP | Beijing Army Parade | Beijing Military Parade | Donald Trump | China Victory Day Parade | Victory Day Parade 2025 | Firstpost | World News | News Live | Vantage | Palki Sharma | News