Rare earth find in the Arctic might disrupt China’s market control
U.S. Project Aims to Diminish China’s Rare Earth Element Dominance Recently announced by Alaska Governor Mike Dunleavy, a new initiative backed by former President Donald Trump seeks to undermine China’s stronghold in nanotechnology, energy, and automotive production. This follows the discovery of significant reserves at the Graphite One project near Nome, Alaska, which could shift […]
China’s military escalates to a ‘war footing’ amid nuclear expansion, report cautions
China’s military expansion is described in a recent Congressional report as approaching a “war base,” highlighted by the addition of hundreds of new missile silos and strengthened nuclear capabilities. This development could potentially erode America’s long-standing deterrence in the Indo-Pacific region. Over the last year, China has constructed roughly 350 new intercontinental missile silos and […]
USDA data raises questions about China’s soybean purchase commitments highlighted by Trump
Concerns Grow Over U.S. Soybean Purchases by China OMAHA, Neb. – Recently released data from the Department of Agriculture has cast doubt on the Trump administration’s claims about China’s upcoming soybean purchases. These statements followed a high-stakes meeting between President Trump and Chinese leader Xi Jinping last month. A report from the U.S. Department of […]
Trump Administration to Allocate $355 Million and Ease China’s Control Over Key Minerals
DOE Unveils Funding Plans for Domestic Mineral Production The Department of Energy (DOE) announced on Friday its intention to offer funding opportunities aimed at “expanding domestic production of critical minerals and materials.” In August, the DOE had already revealed nearly $1 billion in funding chances to enhance the extraction and processing of essential minerals within […]
The Next Major Weapons Deal in America Might Significantly Boost China’s Military Capabilities
Concerns Over Saudi Arms Deal and Intelligence Risks A Pentagon internal report has raised alarms about a potential arms deal with Saudi Arabia, indicating it might lead to significant intelligence leaks to China. Currently, the U.S. is working on finalizing a multi-billion dollar agreement to sell 48 F-35 fighter jets to the Kingdom, but a […]
China’s Major ‘Singles Day’ Shopping Extravaganza Disappoints
China’s Singles’ Day shopping event in 2025 experienced a modest improvement compared to the previous year, but retailers noted that growth has slowed as customers showed a preference for bargains over luxury items. This shopping holiday, celebrated on November 11th, or “11/11,” is a nod to the date as well as an encouragement for singles […]
Trump’s strict approach coincides with China’s takeover in Venezuela during sanctions
Venezuelan President Maduro Accuses US of Starting ‘Forever War’ Daniel Di Martino, a fellow at the Manhattan Institute, who risks losing his Venezuelan citizenship, weighs in on President Nicolás Maduro’s intentions to target opposition activists. He also discusses President Donald Trump’s denials regarding any potential military strikes in Venezuela. As the situation unfolds, China is […]
China’s stealth fighter takes off from a carrier, but there’s more to aviation.
China’s J-35 Stealth Fighter Jet Takes a Significant Step In September, China’s J-35 stealth fighter jet made its inaugural launch from a Fujian aircraft carrier, a significant advancement for China’s naval aviation ambitions. This achievement signals the country’s intent to compete against the F-35 and the United States’ naval supremacy. Having a background in flying […]
Australian Dollar declines as China’s trade surplus shrinks in October.
The Australian dollar (AUD) experienced a drop against the US dollar (USD) on Friday, marking a decline for the second day in a row. The AUD/USD exchange rate hit a standstill as China’s trade balance for October was reported at 640.4 billion yuan, a decrease from 645.47 billion yuan the month prior. China’s exports saw […]
Yuan surpasses dollar in China’s trade, but faces challenges
China’s Shift Away from the Dollar China’s efforts to lessen its reliance on the US dollar began during the global financial crisis of 2008-2009. Concerned about the US Federal Reserve’s aggressive money printing, which could undermine the value of China’s $1.9 trillion in foreign assets, the People’s Bank of China (PBOC) initiated a pilot program […]