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Chinese digital blueprint for Vietnam’s social engineering
Vietnam is reportedly developing policies that involve selecting an 'elite' workforce from birth and scoring citizens based on their digital behavior through the Ministry of Public Security (MPS). Thi...
Why North Korea’s Kim Jong-un is hailing ‘invincible’ Russia ties in new year message
North Korean leader Kim Jong-un highlighted military cooperation with Russia in his new year message, focusing on troops aiding the Russian side in Ukraine. Analysts suggest this underscores plans to ...
Just how close did a PLA drone come to the heart of Taipei during drill?
The People’s Liberation Army (PLA) Eastern Theatre Command released aerial footage taken by drones during recent military exercises near Taiwan. The black-and-white video shows a passenger plane flyin...
Taiwan arms, missing Chinese boy, Trump’s Jimmy Lai appeal: 7 US-China relations reads
The article compiles seven key news stories about U.S.-China relations from recent weeks, including analysis on how former President Donald Trump's foreign policy changes affected alliances and provid...
China Deployed the Intercontinental DF-27 Missile: What Do We Know about It?
China has deployed the intercontinental DF-27 missile. Specific details regarding its range and capabilities are scarce but it is believed to be designed for precision strikes against land-based targe...
As history makes clear, a powerful China is not expansionist
The article argues against the common belief in Western policy circles that a stronger China will become expansionist and imperialistic like past major powers such as Great Britain or Japan. The autho...
US grants TSMC annual licence to import American chipmaking tools into China
The US government has provided TSMC with an annual license to import American semiconductor manufacturing equipment for its facility in Nanjing, ensuring operations and product deliveries continue smo...
We must not give corrupt officials any hiding place, Xi Jinping tells cadres
Chinese President Xi Jinping warned cadres during a political meeting that there would be no respite in the anti-corruption drive and that corrupt officials will face investigation and punishment with...
Taiwan Stays On High Alert as Chinese Ships Pull Back After Drills
Taiwan remains vigilant following the retreat of Chinese naval units after conducting military exercises near the island. The drills concluded with a reduction in maritime activity around Taiwan, alth...
A year of strikes: US military operations surge under Trump
President Donald Trump has overseen an increase in U.S. military activities abroad since taking office. This includes numerous strikes and operations aimed at countering threats from terrorist organiz...
China’s January 1 silver curbs to deepen global crunch, analysts warn amid volatility
China has initiated new export restrictions on silver for two years starting January 1, 2023, requiring special government licences for exports alongside antimony and tungsten. Although the Chinese Mi...
Jimmy Lai verdict and Panama port saga: what shaped Hong Kong’s 2025 political scene
In 2025, significant political developments in Hong Kong included the verdict for Jimmy Lai and a contentious sale of Panama Canal ports by CK Hutchison Holdings. The latter was paused amid US-China t...
How China cracked US ‘super code’, health benefits of lard: 7 science highlights
China has transitioned its largest unified power market, the Southern Regional Electricity Market (SREM), from using American software to Tianquan, a solver developed by Chinese engineers. This move r...
Takaichi is shaping up as Japan’s Thatcher amid China feud. Can her popularity last?
Sanae Takaichi, prime minister of Japan since October, has surpassed initial expectations of a short premiership and attracted back voters from the Liberal Democratic Party and far-right groups due to...
South Korea's Lee to visit China from Jan. 4-7 as Seoul seeks to restore ties
South Korean President Moon Jae-in’s successor, Lee Jae-myung, is set to embark on his inaugural trip to China from January 4th to the 7th. The purpose of this visit includes discussing ways to foster...
China vital to Insilico’s plan to build biotech’s AI ‘Einstein’ for drug discovery
Biotech firm Insilico Medicine aims to create an AI system akin to 'digital Einstein' to revolutionize drug discovery processes. The company seeks to further expand its operations within China, levera...
US Arms Sales to Taiwan Push Region Toward Conflict
The delivery of advanced weaponry from the United States to Taiwan is exacerbating tensions in the region, potentially leading to increased military confrontations between China and other nations invo...
Three Chinese Fighter Jets Poised for Significant Export Growth: Pentagon Reveals 'Not Just Pakistan' - Other Countries Interested
According to the U.S. Department of Defense, three specific models of China's fighter jets are expected to see substantial export growth due to interest from multiple countries. While previously it wa...
China’s LandSpace gears up to take on Elon Musk and SpaceX
LandSpace, China's first company to test reusable rockets, plans to go public to raise funds for future projects as SpaceX also contemplates an IPO....
Tennessee Smelting Facility to Reduce U.S. Critical Mineral Dependency on China
A smelting facility in Tennessee aims to decrease the United States' reliance on China for critical minerals used in manufacturing advanced technology and defense equipment....
China conducts realistic amphibious warfare drills
The Chinese People's Liberation Army (PLA) Navy conducted multi-subject combat training exercises off the coast involving multiple naval vessels, including the Type 075 amphibious ship Hubei. The dril...
Dozens of Chinese EV makers under pressure to fold or trim operations in 2026: analysts
Analysts predict that around fifty unprofitable electric vehicle manufacturers in China will face significant pressures to either reduce their operations or completely cease activities due to anticipa...
Blow without Fronts: How America's War on Terrorism Becomes Global Again
The article discusses how the United States has restarted its focus on global counterterrorism efforts, indicating an expansion in military and intelligence operations across various regions. It highl...
Washington Lists DJI; Experts: Taiwan Seeks Inroads into U.S. Drone Ecosystem
Experts suggest that as Washington bans Chinese drone company DJI, Taiwan has a strategic opportunity to enter the U.S. commercial drone market by offering alternative products and services....
Report to Congress on China’s Nuclear and Missile Proliferation
The U.S. Congressional Research Service released a report stating concerns over China's longstanding practice of proliferating nuclear- and missile-related technologies to other countries. Official so...
Chinese Fighter Jet Exports Set To Grow Significantly
According to a Pentagon report, China's FC-31, J-10C, and JF-17 fighter jets are positioning the country as a growing force in the global military aviation market. These aircraft models contribute to ...
The US Is Selling H200 AI Chips to China – So Why Isn’t China Buying?
China faces a dilemma with the purchase of U.S.-made H200 AI chips. Despite their availability, there are indications that China prefers reducing its reliance on American technology over acquiring the...
A Blood-Smuggling Scandal Reveals China’s Genetic Security Anxiety
An extensive underground trade involving prenatal testing has raised concerns in China not primarily over illegal sex selection but rather over the potential misuse or theft of Chinese genetic data. T...
What Washington Can Do to Address Fentanyl Flows from China
Since 2013, fentanyl and other synthetic opioids have caused a significant overdose crisis in the U.S., with much of this supply originating in or passing through China. Cooperation between the two co...
US and Chinese tech research is decoupling—ASPI’s Critical Tech Tracker
A significant divide is developing between China's critical technology research environment and that of the United States and its allies, indicating a gradual decoupling in technological advancements....
Astra to Split Drug Production Along China-US Fault Lines
Pharmaceutical company AstraZeneca plans to divide its drug production between China and the US due to increasingly strained relations between the two countries. This decision is aimed at mitigating s...
American Sea Power in the Asia-Pacific
Francis Sempa discusses the potential for war between the United States and China in the western Pacific within the next several years. This scenario is prompted by military exercises conducted by bot...
China's Caribbean Sea
Francis P. Sempa writes an analysis for Real Clear Defense, discussing the strategic importance of controlling waters around Taiwan and comparing this to Nicholas Spykman's concept of the 'Asiatic Med...
Chinese student numbers at Harvard rise despite Trump visa crackdown
Despite measures by the U.S. government under President Donald Trump aimed at reducing visas and limiting foreign student enrolment, the number of Chinese students at Harvard University has continued ...
Forget the J-20 Mighty Dragon: China’s Stealth Fighter Is No Match for F-47 NGAD
China's J-20 stealth fighter is being enhanced with indigenous WS-15 engines, AI systems, and a new two-seat variant (J-20S) designed to operate with unmanned drones. Despite these upgrades, the J-20 ...
China’s business chamber faces moment of truth in Indonesia
The China Chamber of Commerce in Indonesia (CCCI) celebrated its 20th anniversary on January 9th with Indonesian and Chinese officials emphasizing the importance of ongoing bilateral trade relations v...
Operation Santa Claus: charity helps Hong Kong children climb, jump and explore nature
Gaia Education Limited highlighted the lack of outdoor exposure for Hong Kong children due to an education system prioritizing academic success over physical and environmental engagement. A study by O...
Chinese firm Sinovac to supply vaccine to Chile ahead of flu season
Chile has contracted Beijing-based biopharmaceutical company Sinovac Biotech to provide its influenza vaccine in preparation for the southern hemisphere's winter season. The vaccine will be integrated...
When public credibility fails: a debt default case from Zhejiang
In late November 2025, debt-related products distributed through the Zhejiang Financial Assets Exchange Center defaulted, affecting over 15,000 onshore investors and approximately 25,000 households. T...
The U.S. sphere of influence is bigger than it looks
The article suggests that despite apparent shifts in U.S. cultural priorities, the United States remains committed to maintaining influence beyond its borders, particularly in regions traditionally se...
China’s fight against corruption is a battle we can’t afford to lose, Xi Jinping warns
Chinese President Xi Jinping emphasized at a plenary session of China's top anti-corruption body that the nation must continue its efforts in combating corruption despite notable progress made last ye...
China, India and the cosmology of civilizational renewal
The article discusses the concept of civilizational renewal in both China and India, highlighting their respective leaders' visions for national rejuvenation and psychological growth as nations with a...
As China’s companies expand overseas, entrepreneurs want the passports to match
Chinese firms are increasingly looking beyond domestic markets due to narrowed profit margins and expanded production capabilities. Businessman Steve Xie exemplifies this trend with a new warehouse ve...
India’s Modi to host German leader to bolster trade, defence ties
German Chancellor Friedrich Merz commenced a visit to India on Sunday aimed at strengthening economic and security relations between Germany and India. Both countries face challenges from the United S...
After Venezuela, Can China and Russia's 'Great Power Realignment' Still Proceed?
This article discusses the geopolitical challenges faced by China and Russia following their involvement in Venezuela. It questions if the two nations can continue to push for a 'great power realignme...
Alarm of Muslim Alliance in Israeli Press: Fear of Being Left Out
The article discusses concerns within Israeli media about the formation of a Muslim alliance and Israel's potential isolation as a result of this development....
Can THAAD Protect U.S. Navy Warships from Chinese Missiles? Experts Say No
Experts argue that THAAD (Terminal High Altitude Area Defense) and similar land-based missile defense systems are unsuitable for protecting U.S. Navy warships against Chinese anti-ship missiles due to...
Taiwan is ‘up to’ Xi Jinping and ‘nothing like’ Venezuela: Donald Trump
US President Donald Trump stated that the situation with Taiwan is 'up to' Chinese leader Xi Jinping and emphasized that the military intervention in Venezuela should not be seen as a precedent for Ta...
Beijing moves to cut losses in Venezuela after Maduro’s capture
China plans to minimize economic losses in Venezuela following the US military operation that led to the capture of Venezuelan leader Nicolás Maduro on January 3rd....
NATO is Useless Without America, China and Russia Only Fear Us, Trump Says
U.S. President Donald Trump stated that NATO's efficacy depends heavily on American involvement, implying that the alliance lacks substantial power or significance without U.S. participation. He also ...
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