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· Carl Samson
Trump’s China election data claims draw Beijing denial, stir AAPI fears
President Donald Trump’s accusation that China stole 220 million American voter files to sway the 2020 election drew a sharp denial from Beijing and stirred fresh anxiety among Chinese American leaders, who fear their communities could become political scapegoats ahead of the…
· Ryan General
After Beijing’s summit spectacle, Trump sells Xi’s image back home
U.S. President Donald Trump gushed over Chinese President Xi Jinping during a Fox News interview aired during his Beijing trip last week, where Xi welcomed him with a red-carpet arrival, military pageantry and a visit to the Temple of Heaven. “He’s tall. Very tall,” Trump told…
· Ryan General
Despite tech billionaire entourage, Trump leaves Beijing empty-handed
U.S. President Donald Trump ended his state visit to China on Thursday after two days of meetings with Chinese President Xi Jinping. More than a dozen American business leaders accompanied Trump to Beijing, including Tesla CEO Elon Musk, Apple CEO Tim Cook and Nvidia CEO Jensen…
· Carl Samson
Beijing unleashes economic pressure on Japan over escalating Taiwan dispute
Japan dispatched a senior diplomat to Beijing Monday to calm a deepening dispute after Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi suggested that Tokyo might respond militarily to a Chinese attack on Taiwan. Driving the news: Tensions flared after Takaichi told parliament Nov. 7 that a…
· Ryan General
Beijing creates new national observance linking Taiwan to China’s wartime victory
China has designated Oct. 25 as the Commemoration Day of Taiwan’s Restoration, a new national observance intended to reinforce Beijing’s sovereignty claim over the self-ruled island. The measure was approved Friday in Beijing during a session of the Standing Committee of the…
· Carl Samson
Trump and Beijing exchange fresh threats as trade war intensifies
President Donald Trump on Tuesday threatened to ban Chinese cooking oil imports in retaliation for Beijing’s refusal to buy American soybeans, marking a sharp new turn in the trade war between the world’s two largest economies. State of play: The threat stems from China’s halt…
· Ryan General
Beijing denounces Taiwan president for ‘prostituting himself’ to Trump
Beijing accused Taiwan’s President Lai Ching-te of “prostituting himself” to foreign powers after he praised U.S. President Donald Trump during a recent interview on “The Clay Travis and Buck Sexton Show.” Lai, who is set to deliver his National Day address in Taipei on Friday,…
· Ryan General
Robots dance and spar as Beijing hosts 1st World Humanoid Robot Games
Beijing staged the inaugural World Humanoid Robot Games last week, beginning Thursday evening with an opening ceremony where robots danced hip-hop, performed martial arts and played musical instruments. Competitions ran from Friday through Sunday at the National Speed Skating…
· Ryan General
Beijing denies Trump’s claim that Xi vowed not to invade Taiwan during his presidency
Beijing rejected U.S. President Donald Trump’s recent claim that Chinese President Xi Jinping assured him there would be no invasion of Taiwan during Trump’s term, with the Chinese Foreign Ministry firmly reiterating the position that Taiwan is an internal Chinese matter. The…
· Carl Samson
How Trump’s economic takeover mirrors Beijing’s playbook
President Donald Trump’s second-term push to control American business through state-directed policies has drawn sharp comparisons to China’s authoritarian economic model, marking a dramatic break from free-market principles. It’s not socialism: In state capitalism, government…
· Carl Samson
Beijing claims ‘final say’ over Dalai Lama’s reincarnation
China’s government declared this week that it has “indisputable” authority over the selection of the next Dalai Lama, directly challenging the current spiritual leader’s authority and setting up a major succession dispute. Historical backing: Gama Cedain, deputy secretary of the…
· Carl Samson
Taiwan president’s Americas trip shelved over Beijing’s objections
Taiwanese President Lai Ching-te has reportedly shelved his planned August trip to diplomatic allies in the Americas amid reports that the Trump administration blocked a New York stopover after Beijing raised objections. State of play: Lai was expected to travel to Belize,…
· Ryan General
Beijing expands reach as Voice of America exits global airwaves
China’s government is gaining more control over the international media landscape as the U.S.-funded Voice of America (VOA) and other American government broadcasters reduce their presence worldwide. The shift accelerated after the Trump administration ordered deep funding cuts…
· Carl Samson
China silent amid reports of Trump’s threat to bomb Beijing
China has yet to publicly address reports of leaked audio in which President Donald Trump threatened to bomb Beijing over Taiwan, though search results suggest the Great Firewall is censoring relevant information. “Bomb the shit out of Beijing”: Recordings from a May 14, 2024…
· Ryan General
Beijing teen becomes the highest drafted Chinese player in NHL history
Haoxi “Simon” Wang, a 17-year-old defenseman from Beijing, became the highest drafted Chinese-born player in NHL history when the San Jose Sharks selected him 33rd overall in Los Angeles on June 28. Historic selection
· Carl Samson
New US ambassador to China claimed Beijing wants to ‘destroy democracy’
The Senate confirmed former Georgia Sen. David Perdue as ambassador to China on Tuesday with a 67-29 vote, placing the longtime China critic at the forefront of the U.S.’ most consequential diplomatic relationship amid a deadlocked tariff war. Confirmation details: Perdue’s…
· Carl Samson
Beijing amplifies patriotic messaging in propaganda war with US over tariffs
Beijing is stoking nationalist sentiment via a sophisticated propaganda campaign, framing the economic confrontation as a prolonged ideological battle with the U.S. Chinese leaders have taken to state media and online platforms to blame Washington for China’s economic woes while…
· Carl Samson
Louis Vuitton’s delayed Beijing flagship highlights luxury market woes
Louis Vuitton’s unopened Beijing flagship store symbolizes the struggles of China’s luxury market, which has yet to recover as anticipated from pandemic setbacks. Broader economic turbulence and changing consumer values are forcing high-end brands across industries to reevaluate…
· Carl Samson
Beijing slams US’ $567 million pledge for Taiwan’s defense
The Biden administration approved a $567 million defense package for Taiwan, continuing U.S. support for the island in the face of increased pressure from China. This marks a significant step in bolstering Taiwan’s military readiness as Beijing escalates its military activities…
· Carl Samson
US lawmakers target Beijing in first-ever ‘China Week’
In the House of Representatives’ first-ever “China Week” last week, members passed 28 bills targeting China to address national security concerns and reduce U.S. dependence on Chinese technology. The measures, including the revival of the Trump-era “China Initiative” to combat…