China has responded to Donald Trump’s tariffs with a retaliatory rate of 34 percent on all US imports, calling the escalating trade war a “unilateral bullying practice”. But Chinese firms had already been preparing for trouble.

Xi Jinping’s family has amassed a tremendous amount of wealth since he came to power. But that doesn’t jive with Xi’s everyman image

President Donald Trump carried through with his global tariffs for what he deemed “Liberation Day.” This includes sharp tariffs against many countries in the world, while offering a way out if they drop their tariffs and trade barriers against the United States. The day after, the stock markets saw a huge selloff, in what some framed as an attempt to short the market. Yet already, many countries are saying they’re ready to negotiate.

President Trump says China is “panicking” with its 34-percent retaliatory tariffs on all U.S. imports, set to take effect next week. Is the U.S.-China trade war spiraling out of control?Trump is giving TikTok another lifeline—extending the deadline to find a non-Chinese buyer by another 75 days. More on what he had to say.Trump’s pick for U.S. ambassador to China says Americans could crush Beijing’s economy just by pulling the plug on cash. More on key moments from his confirmation hearing.China-owned VPNs are topping the charts in Apple and Google app stores—but are they a privacy trap?00:00 Intro00:59 ‘They Panicked’: Trump Reacts to China’s Retaliation03:51 Trump: My Policies Will Never Change 04:10 Rubio at NATO: U.S. Should Produce and Export More Goods05:02 Americans React: Trump Issues Global Tariffs 07:23 Taiwan Unveils $8.7B to Help Taiwanese Industry08:32 Trump Administration Sued Over China Tariffs09:19 TikTok Ban Deadline Extended for 75 Days10:03 David Perdue Expected to Be Confirmed 12:41 Apple, Google Host Apps Linked to Chinese Military14:20 U.S. Competes with China for Orbital Dominance15:54 Shen Yun Performing Arts Receives Fake Bomb Threat18:38 China Tries to Copy Former USAID Programs in Africa

The Chinese military has launched a powerful and unstoppable joint exercise involving its army, navy, air force and rocket force around Taiwan in a clear build-up to invasion, days after US defense chief Pete Hegseth vowed to curb “China’s aggression” on his first visit to Asia. 💚

On March 25th and 27th, Taiwan’s defense department detected nearly 30 Chinese military aircraft on combat patrols. Each day, six ships— including Type 052D destroyers and Type 071 amphibious landing ships— coordinated with the aircraft in what appeared to be a show of force aimed at blocking Taiwan. In response, Taiwan quickly scrambled more than 10 F-16Vs and several Mirage 2000-5s, successfully pushing the Chinese jets out of its air defense identification zone. On March 27th, around 1,500 people took part in a national defense exercise in Tainan, with President Lai Ching-te declaring that “every citizen is a soldier,” as 170,000 active-duty troops and 400,000 reserves were placed on high alert.Join this channel to get access to perks:

Donald Trump says he wants to use big fees on Chinese ships to reboot US shipbuilding. Experts warn the move likely won’t work, and instead would raise prices for consumers and damage the US economy.China will produce more than half of the world’s new ships this year, compared to 5% in 2000, while the US barely makes any at all. So how did China become so dominant, and could the US ever catch up? Or is the proposal intended as just another negotiating tactic in Trump’s global trade war?

U.S. and Chinese military officials met in Shanghai for a series of meetings which the U.S. military said on Thursday were focused on reducing unsafe actions by Chinese military ships and planes. Watch to know more!#usa #trumpadministration #china

President Donald Trump’s new tariff plans send shockwaves around the world. From China to Canada and Europe, world leaders are giving mixed reactions.Global stock markets plunge following news of sweeping tariffs.In a blow for retailers like Shein and Temu, a new executive order from Trump closes a loophole that allowed Chinese e-commerce to blossom.The United States is reportedly banning diplomats in China from dating Chinese citizens. We have more on how Beijing could use romantic relationships to extract intelligence.00:00 Intro01:20 China Estimated to Face 65% or Higher US Tariffs04:17 Global Markets Tumble After Latest Trump Tariffs05:07 Canada: We’ll Put 25% Tariffs on US Car Imports06:03 World Leaders React to Trump’s New Round of Tariffs07:58 Symbolic Resolution to Nullify Canada Tariffs09:51 Trump Order Targets Low-Cost Chinese Goods11:37 Report: US Bans Relationships with Chinese Citizens in China12:41 Tenn. Enacts Law to Stop China-Linked Organ Transplants13:47 Congress Probes Dangers of Ccp Hacking on US16:43 Fitch Downgrades China’s Credit Rating17:38 Bill Could Thwart CCP’s Efforts to Isolate Taiwan18:34 US Approves Potential Sale of F-16 Jets to Philippines19:26 Report: TikTok Bidders Line Up Ahead of US Ban

China has announced it will impose export controls on certain rare earth-related items. Additionally, starting April 10, China will apply a 34% tariff on all goods imported from the United States.

China has retaliated against US tariffs on imports into America. Beijing announced it is imposing additional import taxes of 34 per cent on American goods coming in.The Chinese Ministry of Commerce stated the reciprocal tariffs “seriously undermines the rules-based multilateral trading system”.

Xi Jinping’s once-unchallenged grip on power may be slipping. It began with the fall of his handpicked foreign minister, Qin Gang, followed by the purge of defense chief Li Shangfu. Now, the shockwaves have reached the civilian side. In an unprecedented move, two sitting Politburo members have swapped jobs without explanation, shaking the Party’s core. Has Xi lost control over personnel decisions inside the CCP? Is Zhang Youxia pulling strings behind the scenes? What looks like a bureaucratic shuffle could be the opening move in a brewing political purge. 1. CCP’s organization structure2. Why is this job swap significant?3. Who are the two officials involved?4. Is Zhang Youxia behind this?

Lockheed Martin unveiled Taiwan’s first newly built F-16 Block 70 during a rollout ceremony at its Greenville, South Carolina, facility on March 28, 2025. The aircraft, an F-16D which is a two seater variant, with serial number 6831, is the first of 66 F-16 Block 70s ordered in 2019 as part of an $8 billion deal. These new aircraft will complement the 139 F-16s already in service with the Taiwanese Air Force. The existing fleet was upgraded from the original F-16 Block 20 Mid-Life Update (MLU) configuration to the F-16V Block 70 standard. The F-16V reached Final Operational Capability in 2021, with the last upgraded aircraft delivered in 2023. According to the Taipei Times, the new jets will be assigned to the 7th Tactical Fighter Wing to bolster Taiwan’s eastern defenses.The publication also reported that during a January 2025 inspection, President William Lai stated that two of the wing’s three tactical groups had been staffed and were awaiting aircraft deliveries.In this video, Defense Updates analyzes how F-16 Block 70 provides Taiwan with a means to counter China ?#defenseupdates #usvschina #taiwanvschina Chapters:0:00 TITLE00:11 INTRODUCTION01:32 SPONSORSHIP – NordVPN02:06 THE DEAL03:17 F-16 BLOCK 70 IS POTENT06:43 ANALYSIS

00:00 Introduction00:14 China Reacts To US Tariffs 05:06 Russia-China: Wang Yi Visit07:14 Technology Moves: Deepseek, OpenAI, Nvidia, & Xiaomi

On April 2, 2025, all eyes were on the United States as President Trump held an event in the White House Rose Garden to announce global reciprocal tariffs. He declared April 2 as the United States’ “Liberation Day.”The most notable aspect was the 34% reciprocal tariff on China, an additional 34% on top of the existing tariff rate.Join this channel to get access to perks:

Chinese military drills around Taiwan are intensifying, with Beijing holding live-fire exercises in the East China Sea on Wednesday.

Since Donald Trump took office, trade tensions between the US and China have been continuously rising. However, this time, China isn’t directly facing tariffs, but is still caught in the crossfire.Join this channel to get access to perks:

A Chinese made building in Thailand that was supposed to show off Chinese engineering—completely collapsed in an earthquake. And the story is even shadier than you can imagine.

President Trump on Wednesday announced a baseline tariff of 10% on all countries, with additional reciprocal tariffs for some. Maurice DuBois anchored CBS News’ special report.#trump #news #politics

President Donald Trump is looking to make some of the biggest changes to our nation’s defense capabilities in (at least) 60 years—and he’s going to do it in space.After launching the Space Force as the 6th branch of the military in his first term and reestablishing Space Command, Trump is seeking to expand U.S. military capabilities in space to include hundreds (or even thousands) of satellites equipped with heat-seeking missiles that can be fired to destroy nuclear warheads directly in enemy nations.Meaning that instead of waiting until a missile from Russia, China, or North Korea is on its way to America, this constellation of satellites can rain down missiles directly on any nation on earth, destroying the nukes right then and there.This is truly the nuclear war in space that Ronald Reagan famously envisioned. Except that now, with advances in manufacturing, computing, and AI, it looks like it’s actually becoming a reality.

In this video, we explore the latest developments surrounding China’s most advanced aircraft carrier, the Fujian, as captured by eye in the sky through commercial satellite images. The carrier, currently completed its seventh sea trial in the Bohai Sea, demonstrates impressive manoeuvrability and advanced technological capabilities. We delve into the intricate details of the shock wave test that was conducted during these trials—a critical evaluation where a controlled underwater explosion tests the ship’s resistance to the shock of enemy mines or torpedoes. This test is essential in ensuring the structural integrity and combat readiness of the vessel, especially given its state-of-the-art electromagnetic catapult system.Our discussion covers how this technology, previously seen only on vessels like the USS Gerald Ford, is set to revolutionize the launch and recovery of aircraft. Additionally, we compare the Fujian to its predecessors, the Liaoning and Shandong, highlighting its modern design and enhanced capabilities. The video provides a comprehensive analysis of the Fujian’s development timeline, its rigorous testing procedures, and the strategic implications for China’s maritime power. Join us as we break down the technical aspects and operational significance of this groundbreaking naval asset.Fujian 7th Sea Trial Completed | Shock Wave Test of Fujian Aircraft Carrier#FujianCarrier #ShockWaveTest #ElectromagneticCatapult #SeaTrials

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As global powers shift, China’s “wolf warrior” diplomacy is evolving, particularly in response to the U.S. President Trump’s approach. With Taiwan’s government cracking down on entertainers with pro-China ties, tensions are escalating in the Taiwan Strait. We also look at China’s stance on Taiwan at the United Nations and how Taiwan is defending its sovereignty amidst these pressures. Join us for an in-depth analysis of the delicate balance in China-Taiwan-U.S. relations and the geopolitics shaping the region. Our guests are: Sasha B. Chhabra Institute for National Defense and Security Research Visiting Fellow Chen Ping-kuei National Chengchi University Diplomacy Professor Chapters 00:00:00 – China’s Diplomacy in a Changing World 00:00:42 – China Positions as Global Anchor 00:01:02 – What Role Is China Trying to Project? 00:02:02 – Is China Paving Way for Trump-Xi Talks? 00:05:46 – U.S.-EU Trade Tensions: Help China? 00:08:59 – Taiwan Responds to China’s Claims 00:10:00 – Taiwan Targets Pro-China Entertainers 00:18:02 – How Can Taiwan Defend Sovereignty?#Trump #ChinaDiplomacy #TaiwanSovereignty #WolfWarriorDiplomacy #USTaiwanRelations #ChinaUSRelations #CrossStraitTensions #TaiwanPolitics #OneChinaPolicy #TaiwanDefense #ChinaForeignPolicy #ChinaTaiwanRelations #TaiwanGovernment #USRepublicansSupportTaiwan #TaiwanTalks

Taiwan’s military is on alert as more than 70 Chinese military aircraft and 21 naval warships carry out exercises around the country. Beijing says the drills are meant to punish what it calls “separatist forces” in a practice blockade exercise. No date has been given for when the maneuvers will end.

Is China covering up bird flu outbreaks across the country? Local accounts and media reports paint dramatically different pictures of the severity of bird flu inside the country.President Donald Trump says a deal on TikTok will be decided before Saturday’s deadline. We take a look at what he says about the app’s potential buyers.The United States must be prepared for war in order to seek peace, according to Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth. We have more on his planned military upgrade with Japan to counter China.Thailand orders an investigation into why a high-rise building collapsed during a massive earthquake. The skyscraper was built under China’s Belt and Road Initiative.00:00 Intro01:28 China’s Cover-Up Playbook Reused for Bird Flu?05:05 Trump: TikTok Sale Deal to Come Before Sat Deadline06:26 Hegseth: US Must Be Prepared for War to Seek Peace08:25 Hegseth Promises Deterrence Against China Aggression11:20 Thailand Probing Chinese-Built High-Rise Collapse14:18 Bill Would Ban Chinese Nationals from US Student Visas17:18 China, Japan, South Korea to Strengthen Trade Ties18:38 Japan: Will Stay in Close Contact with US19:07 China’s Smic Accused of Luring Taiwanese Workers

Javier Milei isn’t quite the anti-Communist hero he’s made himself out to be…Joining us today is Sascha Hannig Nuñez. She’s the author of a new book, Technology Transfer to Latin American Countries. She is also a researcher at the Center for Global Governance Research at Hitotsubashi University in Japan.

The European Union has accused China of increasing cross-strait tensions by holding military drills around Taiwan. It called on all parties to exercise restraint. Taiwan has deployed its own navy in response to the drills – which some are calling a dress rehearsal for an invasion. China claims Taiwan as part of its territory and has not ruled out the use of force to take it over.Chapters:00:00 EU criticizes China military drills around Taiwan02:45 Rorry Daniels, Asia security specialist