Lawmakers, including Democrat Adam Smith, Hold Talks with Chinese Defense Minister Following Taiwan Attack Threat
A House delegation, led by Rep. Adam Smith (D-WA), arrived in Beijing, China over the weekend, and held a rare in-person meeting with Chinese Defense Minister Dong Jun on Monday. Dong’s appearance marked a significant diplomatic event, especially amid reports of corruption investigations affecting the Communist Party. He had only returned to public life the […]
Nebraska Attorney General takes legal action against Lorex regarding privacy concerns over Chinese surveillance cameras.
Nebraska AG Sues Lorex Over Privacy Concerns Nebraska Attorney General Mike Hilgers initiated a lawsuit against Lorex, a home security camera manufacturer, on Tuesday. He argues that the company has misled consumers regarding the safety and privacy of its devices. While not widely recognized, Lorex’s cameras are sold at retailers like Costco and Best Buy, […]
The first Chinese CNH stablecoin is launched as global competition intensifies.
New Stablecoin Tied to Yuan Launched in Korea This week marked the launch of a new regulated stablecoin in Korea, linked to the international version of the Chinese Yuan (CNH). It’s a significant step in the burgeoning global stablecoin market. Financial technology firm Anchorx introduced the Axcnh Yuan Pegged Stablecoin at the Belt and Road […]
Chinese COVID whistleblower Zhang Zhan given an additional 4 years in prison, group reports
A report from a press freedom organization revealed that Chinese journalist Chang Chang has been handed an additional four-year prison sentence. This follows her coverage of the early Covid-19 outbreak in Wuhan. At 42, Chang was convicted of “picking quarrels and provoking trouble,” which aligns with previous charges from December 2020 that also resulted in […]
Chinese Military Schools Assist Russia in Avoiding Sanctions
Recent research from the Australian Institute of Strategic Policy (ASPI) and Radio Free Europe (RFE) reveals that China’s Defense University has significantly stepped up collaborations with Russian institutions. These efforts seem aimed at obtaining skills and knowledge likely restricted by international sanctions related to Russia’s actions in Ukraine. ASPI and RFE reported that out of […]
Chinese messaging has even reached the halls of Congress.
On my first day as a Congressman in the US this January, I walked to my office on Capitol Hill and came across some surprising insights. Amongst the various American newspapers available at no cost for members of Congress, I found daily editions of China Daily—essentially a propaganda outlet for the Chinese Communist Party. This […]
Chinese military-connected students enrolled in leading U.S. universities: report
Concerns Surge Over Chinese Military Ties in American Universities A recent report from the China Commission highlights that many Chinese students in U.S. universities have connections to the Chinese military, specifically the People’s Liberation Army (PLA). It’s estimated that over 400 Chinese nationals at just one of the surveyed universities were engaged in federally funded […]
Trump’s TikTok Agreement Might Still Keep Americans Engaged with Chinese Propaganda
Trump Extends TikTok Deadline to December 16 President Donald Trump has pushed back the deadline for TikTok’s sale or ban, setting it to December 16. This move supports a plan that allows the app to continue operating under new American investors. This directive from the White House marks the fourth time the deadline has been […]
Taylor Townsend expresses regret for her remarks about Chinese food.
Taylor Townsend, the American tennis player, recently found herself in hot water after sharing a series of Instagram stories that conveyed her shock and surprise over some of the food served at a dinner before the Billie Jean King Cup in Shenzhen, China. The 29-year-old posted her thoughts from a restaurant where she was with […]
TikTok agreement may encounter significant challenges as concerns arise about billionaires’ investments in its Chinese parent company ByteDance
President Trump’s proposed TikTok deal might be hitting some snags. The situation seems tied to Congressional billionaires, tax implications, and concerns about China. Billionaire investor Jeff Yass, a prominent Trump supporter for the 2024 election and head of Susquehanna Partners, could find himself facing Congressional backlash, especially if he’s obliged to sell his current shares […]