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 […]
Australian Dollar maintains losses after China’s Manufacturing PMI data
The Australian dollar (AUD) saw a bit of a rebound against the US dollar (USD) on Monday, marking the end of a three-day decline. However, there’s a chance that AUD/USD might still drift lower as the USD gains strength, especially with the likelihood of a rate cut by the US Federal Reserve in December diminishing. […]
Ukraine appreciates China’s proposal to assist Trump in resolving the conflict with Russia.
An adviser to Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy has lauded Trump for seeking Chinese “assistance” in resolving the ongoing Russia-Ukraine conflict. However, some experts and European officials remain skeptical about trusting China’s intentions. Andriy Yermak, the head of Ukraine’s presidential administration, expressed his support for President Trump’s attempts to make Xi Jinping of China less reliant […]
Hegseth informs China’s defense leader that the US will firmly protect its interests.
U.S. Defense Secretary Advocates for Interests in Indo-Pacific Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth conveyed to his Chinese counterpart on Friday that the United States is resolute in defending its interests in the Indo-Pacific area. During a meeting with Chinese Admiral Dong Jun at the ASEAN National Security Summit in Malaysia, Hegseth emphasized the need to maintain […]
From brothers to traitors: Turkey’s reporters reflect China’s narrative on Uyghurs
China has a history of welcoming foreign delegations to Xinjiang to share its narrative about life for Uyghurs. Lately, however, an unsettling development has occurred. For the first time, a delegation of Turkish journalists visited East Turkestan, coordinated with the Chinese Consulate General and the Türkiye-China Friendship Foundation. After their week-long trip, they appeared on […]
Trump to address fentanyl issue with China’s Xi Jinping at summit
Trump Discusses Key Issues While En Route to South Korea President Donald Trump took a moment to speak with reporters aboard Air Force One as he was headed to South Korea on the last leg of his Asian tour. He expressed optimism about his upcoming meeting with Chinese President Xi Jinping during an economic summit. […]
Trump intends to reduce China’s fentanyl tariff and anticipates a significant advancement at the Xi Jinping meeting.
Trump Announces Tariff Cuts on China Over Fentanyl Issues In Gyeongju, South Korea, President Trump shared on Wednesday his intention to reduce tariffs on Chinese fentanyl exports by 20%. This decision comes amidst discussions surrounding the alarming number of fentanyl-related deaths—about 330,000 Americans over the last five years. He expressed optimism that Chinese President Xi […]
China’s repression of religious freedom calls for American sanctions
Long before America became what it is today, it served as a refuge for people of various faiths. The right to worship freely, to pray, to practice one’s religion without government interference—is perhaps the most basic freedom we possess. This essential liberty has significantly shaped our country’s role as a leader in the global community. […]