Pan Shiyi's Old Video Resurfaces Online, Igniting Debate Over His Political Stance After Returning to China
A video featuring Pan Shiyi speaking at a dinner has recently gone viral on social media platforms both in China and abroad. Pan Shiyi, the founder of SOHO China, has been residing in the United States for several years.
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Hochul drums up $14$M for reelection campaign, Democratic party
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Trump Proves the “Thucydides Trap” Is a False Proposition Through Strength
On September 24, Xi Jinping, in his speech at the welcoming ceremony held in the White House hall, stated: “When China and the United States cooperate, both benefit; when they fight, both suffer… Both sides must uphold the bottom line of no conflict and no confrontation, and are certainly capable of finding a correct way for two major powers on this planet to get along… The Thucydides Trap can be avoided.”...
Xi Jinping Instructs to Speak with Chen Wenqing to Further Weaken His Power
Xi Jinping, who has just returned to Beijing from the distant United States, has issued new directives. On September 28, the Chinese Communist Party's Safe China Construction Work Conference convened in Beijing, where Xi's important instructions were conveyed, although it was not specified who delivered them....
What a Pity! While "Xi Jinping" Faces Vandalism Overseas, "Trump" is Seen as a Symbol of Wealth?
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The CCP's Strategy for "Big Country External Propaganda" Has Backfired; Even With a Red Carpet, Xi Cannot Find a Reason to Smile.
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Muslim man sentenced in the US on terrorism charges, supporting ISIS
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DeSantis criticizes AI’s role in rising healthcare costs
(The Center Square) – Gov. Ron DeSantis criticized higher health insurance premiums Monday that are being driven by the use of AI tools in healthcare....
NYC business leaders renew push to ease short-term rental restrictions
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U.S. and China Issue Similar Summit Statements with Different Emphases
Following the summit this week at the White House between U.S. President Donald Trump and Chinese Communist Party leader Xi Jinping, there has been significant interest in whether any concrete results were achieved....
Secret Deals with the Jiang Faction: Xi Jinping Faces Reckoning
Since Xi Jinping took power as the General Secretary of the Communist Party at the 18th National Congress, he has been consolidating power for 14 years. Initially, he launched a significant purge against the Jiang Zemin faction, but since around the 19th National Congress, he has shifted leftward, facing accusations of regressive policies and a return to the Cultural Revolution era....
Trump Trades 'Face' for 'Substance': Foreign Media Reports Xi Fails to Achieve His Goals
The highlight of Xi Jinping's three-day visit to the United States was his meeting with U.S. President Trump at the White House. Although both parties described the talks as 'great', aside from the previously announced agreement to extend the trade truce for two months, the other specific results released after the meeting remain limited....
Peng Liyuan's Diplomatic Highlights and the Rise of the Xi Jinping Family's Political Influence
The recent meeting between Xi Jinping and Donald Trump in Washington has captured public interest not just for discussions on trade, artificial intelligence competition, Taiwan Strait issues, or geopolitical ramifications, but also for the presence of China's First Lady, Peng Liyuan, and the insights she provided into the power dynamics within the Chinese Communist Party....
The White House Plays 3 Songs for Xi, Suggesting Affection for Taiwan and a Shift in China
On September 25, Xi Jinping's three-day visit to the United States officially came to an end, and he departed from Washington. The red carpet was rolled out, military honors were given, formal discussions took place, and he attended a state dinner at the White House. The level of hospitality extended to Xi Jinping by Trump during these three days was notably high....
Orland Park shooting highlights role of concealed carry in self-defense
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Trump says he spoke with Venezuela's Rodriguez about elections
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Trump predicts Cuba and US will make a deal
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US jury says Apple owes record $5.7 billion in haptic technology patent case
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China pushes back against US on Iran and Cuba in UN speech
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In Brazil, frustration over cost of living undermines Lula's reelection bid
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Trump Welcomes Xi, CCTV Censors Four Shots
On September 23, local time in the United States, the special aircraft of Chinese Communist Party leader Xi Jinping arrived at Andrews Air Force Base in Washington, D.C. U.S. President Trump and his wife Melania were present at the airport to greet him. This event clearly satisfied Xi and the Communist Party's vanity, as mainland media quickly adopted the headline 'Trump Warmly Welcomes', and related news topped the trending search list....
Xi Jinping Concludes His Visit to the U.S.: How Is It Interpreted by Western Media?
After wrapping up his visit to the United States today (25th), Chinese President Xi Jinping received a message from U.S. President Trump on 'Truth Social', indicating that the meeting was characterized by friendship and achievements for both China and the U.S....
Why Are Chinese Students in the U.S. Not Welcoming Xi Jinping?
During Xi Jinping's visit to the U.S., two sharply contrasting scenes unfolded on the streets of Washington: on one side, the high-profile red carpet and state banquet at the White House, and on the other, a continuous wave of protests. Among the pro-China supporters who publicly appeared during this welcoming event, a notable detail emerged: the vast majority were middle-aged and elderly expatriates, while young people, particularly Chinese students studying in the U.S., were almost entirely absent....
Trump administration to meet Ukraine assistance deadline
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Trump seeks to withhold $800 million in Congress-approved funds
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US appeals court upholds Pentagon's blacklisting of Anthropic
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Trump told Xi that China helping Iran is unacceptable, US ambassador says
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Details on US, China trade talks to come on Monday, says Greer
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