Episodios

  • Tensions Rise: Singapore’s Diplomatic Call, China’s Trade Tariffs, and U.S. Visa Restrictions

    Tensions Rise: Singapore’s Diplomatic Call, China’s Trade Tariffs, and U.S. Visa Restrictions
    Jun 2 2025
    In today's episode, we explore Singapore's defense minister's call for U.S.-China engagement amid regional tensions, China's imposition of steep anti-dumping tariffs on U.S. exports, and the U.S. State Department's new visa restrictions on Chinese students. Join us as we delve into these significant developments and their potential global impacts. Sources: https://www.mindef.gov.sg/news-and-events/latest-releases/1jun25_nr1 https://www.straitstimes.com/singapore/politics/going-alone-is-not-the-answer-to-security-questions-chan-chun-sing https://www.wvtf.org/2025-05-31/hegseth-says-the-u-s-will-reposition-military-amid-threat-from-china https://www.minister.defence.gov.au/transcripts/2025-06-01/doorstop-interview-singapore https://breakingdefense.com/2025/06/trust-and-confidence-china-us-must-increase-engagement-singapore-defense-minister-urges/ https://www.tv360nigeria.com/china-slaps-anti-dumping-duties-on-plastic-imports-from-u-s-eu-japan/ https://en.people.cn/n3/2025/0530/c90000-20321707.html https://www.fibre2fashion.com/news/textile-news/china-s-manufacturing-pmi-rises-to-49-5-in-may-from-49-in-apr-2025-302994-newsdetails.htm https://www.fibre2fashion.com/news/textile-news/china-s-lei-cei-slip-again-raising-economic-concerns-tcb-302968-newsdetails.htm https://www.tid.gov.hk/en/tradecircular/detail.html?categoryId=17 https://calmatters.org/education/higher-education/2025/05/chinese-student-visas-california-trump/ https://tandslaw.com/u-s-state-department-to-revoke-visas-of-chinese-students-with-connections-to-chinese-communist-party-or-studying-in-critical-fields-sevis-cancelations-of-such-stu/ https://www.state.gov/briefings/department-press-briefing-may-29-2025/ https://www.axios.com/2025/05/28/student-visas-china-us-rubio https://iss.wisc.edu/update-for-chinese-students-regarding-may-28-visa-policy-announcement/ https://www.insidehighered.com/news/global/international-students-us/2025/05/30/trump-targets-chinese-students-harsh-blow-higher https://calmatters.org/education/higher-education/2025/05/chinese-student-visas-california-trump/ https://tandslaw.com/u-s-state-department-to-revoke-visas-of-chinese-students-with-connections-to-chinese-communist-party-or-studying-in-critical-fields-sevis-cancelations-of-such-stu/ https://www.fdd.org/analysis/policy_briefs/2025/05/29/escalating-science-and-tech-rivalry-state-department-announces-plans-to-revoke-chinese-student-visas/ https://iss.wisc.edu/update-for-chinese-students-regarding-may-28-visa-policy-announcement/
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  • Rising Tensions: U.S. and Allies Confront China’s Military Moves

    Rising Tensions: U.S. and Allies Confront China’s Military Moves
    Jun 1 2025
    In today's episode, we delve into the escalating tensions in Asia as U.S. Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth warns of China's military preparations. Defense ministers from Japan, the U.S., Australia, and the Philippines express grave concerns over China's actions in the East and South China Seas. We also explore China's imposition of a hefty anti-dumping tariff on U.S. exports, and the implications of these developments on regional security and global stability. Join us for an in-depth analysis of these critical international issues. Sources: https://defensescoop.com/2025/05/28/hegseth-memo-it-consulting-management-services-contracts-doge/ https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3HlFjQcLaPI https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=URXpbF7dSLg https://www.youtube.com/live/3HlFjQcLaPI https://hongkongfp.com/2025/06/01/china-is-preparing-to-use-military-force-in-asia-us-says/ https://www.nippon.com/en/news/yjj2025053100476/ https://www.minister.defence.gov.au/transcripts/2025-06-01/doorstop-interview-singapore https://www.miragenews.com/defense-ministers-meeting-australia-japan-1470057/ https://www.pna.gov.ph/articles/1251241 https://mb.com.ph/2025/06/01/australia-japan-mull-intel-sharing-pact-with-ph
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  • China’s Diplomatic Moves and Rising Tensions with Taiwan

    China’s Diplomatic Moves and Rising Tensions with Taiwan
    May 31 2025
    Explore China's strategic engagement with Pacific Island nations and the escalating military tensions with Taiwan. Discover the outcomes of the Third Foreign Ministers' Meeting and the implications of China's growing influence in the Pacific. Plus, delve into the heightened military activities around Taiwan and the international response. Stay informed with Simply News Radio. Sources: https://english.www.gov.cn/news/202505/30/content_WS68390890c6d0868f4e8f2fa3.html https://www.mfa.gov.cn/mfa_eng/xw/fyrbt/202505/t20250529_11636603.html https://english.www.gov.cn/news/202505/29/content_WS6837c082c6d0868f4e8f2f4a.html https://www.fmprc.gov.cn/eng/wjbzhd/202505/t20250529_11636487.html https://english.www.gov.cn/news/202505/29/content_WS6837c1d3c6d0868f4e8f2f4d.html https://www.eurasiantimes.com/u-s-warns-china-is-preparing-to-invade-taiwan/ https://www.understandingwar.org/backgrounder/china-taiwan-weekly-update-may-30-2025 https://www.firstpost.com/world/taiwan-tensions-mount-as-china-and-us-ramp-up-military-posturing-in-pacific-13892398.html https://www.cfr.org/backgrounder/china-taiwan-relations-tension-us-policy-trump https://www.crisisgroup.org/asia/north-east-asia/taiwan-strait-china/president-lais-first-year-sees-increased-tensions-across-taiwan-strait https://www.understandingwar.org/backgrounder/china-taiwan-weekly-update-may-30-2025 https://www.washingtontimes.com/news/2025/may/30/pete-hegseth-tells-asian-defense-chiefs-us-stop-chinese-aggression/ https://www.aei.org/articles/china-taiwan-weekly-update-may-30-2025/ https://www.politico.com/news/2025/05/30/hegseth-warns-asia-allies-that-china-threat-is-imminent-00378700 https://www.the-independent.com/asia/china/china-invasion-taiwan-outlying-island-intelligence-b2758334.html https://www.crisisgroup.org/asia/north-east-asia/taiwan-strait-china/president-lais-first-year-sees-increased-tensions-across-taiwan-strait https://www.aei.org/articles/china-taiwan-weekly-update-may-30-2025/ https://asiatimes.com/2025/05/the-next-taiwan-crisis-may-begin-in-the-digital-public-sphere/ https://www.the-independent.com/asia/china/china-invasion-taiwan-outlying-island-intelligence-b2758334.html https://www.taiwannews.com.tw/news/6120466 https://warontherocks.com/2025/05/how-china-could-counter-u-s-intervention-in-war-over-taiwan/ https://www.understandingwar.org/backgrounder/china-taiwan-weekly-update-may-30-2025 https://asiatimes.com/2025/05/chinas-strategy-for-conquering-taiwan-without-firing-a-shot/ https://www.aei.org/articles/china-taiwan-weekly-update-may-30-2025/ https://asiatimes.com/2025/05/the-next-taiwan-crisis-may-begin-in-the-digital-public-sphere/
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  • China’s Strategic Moves: Pacific Diplomacy, Military Modernization, and Taiwan Tensions

    China’s Strategic Moves: Pacific Diplomacy, Military Modernization, and Taiwan Tensions
    May 30 2025
    In today's episode, we explore China's intensified diplomatic efforts with Pacific Island nations, highlighting the outcomes of the recent China-Pacific Island Countries Foreign Ministers' Meeting. We also delve into China's military modernization, focusing on new academies, AI integration, and drone advancements. Lastly, we examine the escalating tensions between China and Taiwan following Taiwan's presidential inauguration, analyzing the implications for regional stability and international relations. Join us for an in-depth look at these significant developments. Sources: https://www.globaltimes.cn/page/202505/1335109.shtml https://www.scmp.com/news/china/diplomacy/article/3312263/host-china-offers-pacific-nations-more-climate-change-help-high-level-talks https://pina.com.fj/2025/05/29/china-and-pacific-island-nations-reaffirm-strategic-ties-back-one-china-policy/ https://www.aol.com/china-snubs-asia-largest-defense-045347958.html https://behorizon.org/asia-on-the-horizon/ https://www.mfa.gov.cn/eng/wjbzhd/202505/t20250528_11635595.html https://www.fmprc.gov.cn/eng/wjbzhd/202505/t20250530_11637272.html https://news.cgtn.com/news/2025-05-29/China-Micronesia-vow-to-deepen-comprehensive-strategic-partnership-1DLQu7ehVuw/p.html https://en.people.cn/n3/2025/0530/c90000-20321658.html https://pina.com.fj/2025/05/29/china-and-pacific-island-nations-reaffirm-strategic-ties-back-one-china-policy/ https://warontherocks.com/2025/05/how-china-could-counter-u-s-intervention-in-war-over-taiwan/ https://www.understandingwar.org/backgrounder/china-taiwan-weekly-update-may-23-2025 https://thegeopolitics.com/chinas-2025-security-doctrine-holism-in-rhetoric-militarism-in-practice/ https://armyrecognition.com/news/army-news/2025/exclusive-report-china-may-strike-taiwans-outlying-islands-to-challenge-us-resolve https://www.moneycontrol.com/world/taiwan-deploys-first-army-drone-squads-as-china-s-jiu-tian-drone-swarm-tactic-ups-the-ante-article-13044266.html https://www.understandingwar.org/backgrounder/china-taiwan-weekly-update-may-23-2025 https://asiatimes.com/2025/05/chinas-strategy-for-conquering-taiwan-without-firing-a-shot/ https://academic.oup.com/irap/article/doi/10.1093/irap/lcaf003/8152428 https://thegeopolitics.com/chinas-2025-security-doctrine-holism-in-rhetoric-militarism-in-practice/ https://www.taipeitimes.com/News/editorials/archives/2025/05/30/2003837732
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  • China’s Strategic Moves: Five-Year Plan, Taiwan Tensions, and Pacific Diplomacy

    China’s Strategic Moves: Five-Year Plan, Taiwan Tensions, and Pacific Diplomacy
    May 29 2025
    In today's episode, we explore China's preparation for a pivotal Communist Party conclave with President Xi Jinping's announcement of the 15th five-year plan. We also delve into the escalating tensions between China and Taiwan, highlighting the increased U.S. military presence and China's military response. Additionally, we cover the third China–Pacific Island Countries Foreign Ministers’ Meeting, where China announced new initiatives for sustainable development. Join us for an in-depth analysis of these significant developments and their global implications. Sources: https://www.fmprc.gov.cn/mfa_eng/xw/wjbxw/202505/t20250526_11633285.html https://www.scmp.com/20th-party-congress https://www.cfr.org/backgrounder/chinese-communist-party https://en.igihe.com/news/article/xi-stresses-high-quality-cultural-ethical-advancement https://jamestown.org/program/latest-pla-anti-corruption-campaign-enhances-xi-jinpings-control-over-the-military/ https://www.fmprc.gov.cn/mfa_eng/wjbzhd/202505/t20250528_11635595.html https://www.aei.org/articles/china-taiwan-weekly-update-may-23-2025/ https://www.understandingwar.org/backgrounder/china-taiwan-weekly-update-may-23-2025 https://www.cfr.org/backgrounder/china-taiwan-relations-tension-us-policy-trump https://www.taipeitimes.com/News/taiwan/archives/2025/05/29/2003837690 https://www.crisisgroup.org/asia/north-east-asia/taiwan-strait-china/president-lais-first-year-sees-increased-tensions-across-taiwan-strait https://www.firstpost.com/world/taiwan-tensions-mount-as-china-and-us-ramp-up-military-posturing-in-pacific-13892398.html https://www.understandingwar.org/backgrounder/china-taiwan-weekly-update-may-23-2025 https://www.intellinews.com/us-admits-to-500-troops-in-taiwan-testing-beijing-s-red-lines-383312/ https://inss.ndu.edu/Media/News/Article/4197458/how-china-could-counter-us-intervention-in-war-over-taiwan/ https://www.fmprc.gov.cn/mfa_eng/wjbzhd/202505/t20250529_11636128.html https://english.www.gov.cn/news/202505/29/content_WS6837c1d3c6d0868f4e8f2f4d.html https://english.www.gov.cn/news/202505/29/content_WS6837c082c6d0868f4e8f2f4a.html https://www.mfa.gov.cn/eng/wjbzhd/202505/t20250528_11635736.html https://www.rnz.co.nz/international/pacific-news/562171/china-to-host-pacific-foreign-ministers-for-first-in-person-summit-in-xiamen
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    13 m
  • China’s Strategic Shift: New Economic Blueprint and Trade Truce with the U.S.

    China’s Strategic Shift: New Economic Blueprint and Trade Truce with the U.S.
    May 28 2025
    In today's episode, we explore China's preparation for a pivotal Communist Party meeting to outline its next major economic and political blueprint, focusing on national security and technological self-reliance. We also delve into the recent trade truce between China and the United States, which temporarily eases escalating tensions with significant tariff reductions. Additionally, we discuss China's expansion of the Unreliable Entity List, targeting firms complying with U.S. regulations, and its implications for global trade. Join us for an in-depth analysis of these critical developments and their potential impact on the global stage. Sources: https://www.scmp.com/news/china/politics/article/3311578/china-getting-ready-key-meeting-discuss-its-next-5-year-plan https://www.advant-nctm.com/en/news/il-piano-legislativo-cinese-2025-cosa-aspettarsi https://www.digitimes.com/news/a20250527VL201/china-beijing-manufacturing-industrial-2025.html https://www.mk.co.kr/en/world/11328005 https://jamestown.substack.com/p/xi-establishes-strategic-endurance https://www.china-briefing.com/news/us-china-tariff-rates-2025/ https://www.womblebonddickinson.com/us/insights/alerts/trade-update-navigating-trump-administration-tariffs-may-2025-developments https://www.tradecomplianceresourcehub.com/2025/05/27/trump-2-0-tariff-tracker/ https://vatabout.com/us-china-trade-deal-reciprocal-tariffs-paused-for-90-days-starting-may-2025 https://www.internationaltradecomplianceupdate.com/2025/05/21/us-china-trade-relations-update/ https://www.hinrichfoundation.com/research/how-to-use-it/china-new-economic-weapons/ https://www.womblebonddickinson.com/us/insights/alerts/trade-update-navigating-trump-administration-tariffs-may-2025-developments https://www.sinicapodcast.com/p/china-explores-its-key-points-of https://www.jarsking.com/adversarial-interdependence-navigating-the-us-china-trade-relationship-in-a-fragile-90-day-window-i/feed/ https://exportcompliancedaily.com/topic/bis_entity_list_ https://www.hinrichfoundation.com/research/how-to-use-it/china-new-economic-weapons/ https://agmetalminer.com/2025/05/22/rare-earths-china-global-supply/ http://www.ecns.cn/m/business/2025-05-22/detail-ihersmuc8112779.shtml https://www.chinadaily.com.cn/a/202505/21/WS682df398a310a04af22c0c97.html https://kr-asia.com/us-china-trade-war-truce-5-things-to-know
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  • US-China Trade Truce and China’s Strategic Five-Year Plan

    US-China Trade Truce and China’s Strategic Five-Year Plan
    May 27 2025
    In today's episode, we delve into the temporary trade agreement between the US and China, marking a significant de-escalation in trade tensions. We explore the details of the tariff reductions and the implications for future negotiations. Additionally, we discuss China's upcoming 15th Five-Year Plan, focusing on technological innovation and economic self-sufficiency. We also examine China's intensified campaign against Taiwan and its military modernization efforts, which could shift the regional power balance. Join us for an in-depth analysis of these pivotal developments. Sources: https://www.china-briefing.com/news/us-china-tariff-rates-2025/ https://www.womblebonddickinson.com/us/insights/alerts/trade-update-navigating-trump-administration-tariffs-may-2025-developments https://www.hklaw.com/en/insights/publications/2025/05/president-trump-announces-preliminary-trade-agreements-with-uk-china https://www.ubp.com/en/news-insights/newsroom/us-china-trade-talks-a-fragile-rapprochement https://www.tradecomplianceresourcehub.com/2025/05/23/trump-2-0-tariff-tracker/ https://www.scmp.com/economy/china-economy/article/3311252/chinas-2026-30-plan-works-and-it-addresses-weak-links-exposed-us-trade-war http://en.moj.gov.cn/2025-05/21/c_1094847.htm http://m.chinanews.com/wap/detail/ecnszw/hersmuc8109033.shtml https://www.idcpc.org.cn/english2023/ttxw_5749/202505/t20250527_167023.html https://rareearthexchanges.com/news/chinas-15th-five-year-plan-xis-strategic-blueprint-for-technological-sovereignty-and-industrial-dominance/ https://www.understandingwar.org/backgrounder/china-taiwan-weekly-update-may-23-2025 https://www.aei.org/articles/china-taiwan-weekly-update-may-23-2025/ https://www.aspistrategist.org.au/chinas-love-bombing-of-gen-z-taiwanese-has-its-limits/ https://warontherocks.com/2025/05/how-china-could-counter-u-s-intervention-in-war-over-taiwan/ https://www.euronews.com/2025/05/21/taiwan-says-china-using-cash-to-bring-poor-nations-on-side-regarding-islands-status https://www.theepochtimes.com/opinion/new-chinese-military-academies-mark-next-phase-in-pla-modernization-5859848 https://warontherocks.com/2025/05/how-china-could-counter-u-s-intervention-in-war-over-taiwan/ https://thesoufancenter.org/intelbrief-2025-may-23/ https://www.understandingwar.org/backgrounder/china-taiwan-weekly-update-may-23-2025 https://www.19fortyfive.com/2025/05/chinas-navy-plans-to-have-a-fleet-of-6-aircraft-carriers/
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  • Taiwan’s Celebrity Probe and China’s Investment Strategy

    Taiwan’s Celebrity Probe and China’s Investment Strategy
    May 25 2025
    In today's episode, we delve into Taiwan's investigation of celebrities like Ouyang Nana for pro-Beijing stances, and China's new measures to attract foreign investment. We also explore China's opposition to the US 'Golden Dome' missile defense shield, highlighting the tensions in global security dynamics. Join us for these stories and more on Simply News Radio. Sources: https://chinascope.org/archives/37619 https://www.chinadaily.com.cn/a/202505/19/WS682b2ee0a310a04af22c049e.html https://orcasia.org/article/1187/cicm-20th-may-2025 https://www.chinaentertainmentnews.com/2025/05/taiwans-dpp-threatens-entertainers.html https://ocacnews.net/article/398452 https://www.china-briefing.com/news/chinas-economy-april-2025-resilient-exports-and-investment-defy-us-tariffs/ https://www.whitecase.com/insight-alert/breaking-barriers-chinas-new-idc-open-opportunities-for-foreign-investors https://merics.org/en/report/chinese-investment-rebounds-despite-growing-frictions-chinese-fdi-europe-2024-update https://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/global-times-why-does-china-still-need-foreign-investment-302463440.html https://english.www.gov.cn/archive/statistics/202505/20/content_WS682c69b0c6d0868f4e8f2b25.html https://abcnews.go.com/International/trumps-golden-dome-risks-weaponization-space-china/story?id=122022810 https://www.cbsnews.com/news/trump-golden-dome-missile-defense-china-russia-reaction/ https://economictimes.com/news/defence/china-seriously-concerned-over-us-golden-dome-defence-system/articleshow/121312454.cms https://www.globaltimes.cn/page/202505/1334566.shtml https://thechinaacademy.org/golden-dome-trumps-star-wars-2-0-and-chinas-response/
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