It Appears That Cai Qi is Aware That Xi's Performance Since Becoming the Party Leader Has Been Poorly Regarded.
According to reports from the official media of the Chinese Communist Party, from April 23 to 24, Cai Qi, a member of the Standing Committee of the Political Bureau of the Central Committee and Secretary of the Central Secretariat, who is also a close ally of Xi Jinping, conducted research and inspe
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U.S. will continue blockade 'as long as it takes,' Hegseth says
(The Center Square) – The United States will continue it's blockade in the Strait of Hormuz for "as long as it takes," War Secretary Pete Hegseth said on Friday....
Pentagon chief Hegseth says US blockade on Iran 'going global'
IRAN-CRISIS-HEGSETH:Pentagon chief Hegseth says US blockade on Iran 'going global'...
Trump grants 90-day Jones Act waiver extension to curb energy costs
USA-TRUMP-SHIPPING:Trump grants 90-day Jones Act waiver extension to curb energy costs...
Pentagon email floats suspending Spain from NATO, other steps over Iran rift, source says
USA-TRUMP-NATO:Exclusive-Pentagon email floats suspending Spain from NATO, other steps over Iran rift, source says...
Young Man Found Starved in Dongguan; Wuhan Job Seeker Sleeping Under Bridge
In April 2026, the National Bureau of Statistics of the Communist Party of China proudly announced the first quarter data, claiming that GDP growth had reached 5%, with signs of consumption recovery, stable exports, and strong investment....
Urgent! Xi Jinping Personally Advocate the Yiwu Model, Relying on External Demand Amid Weak Domestic Demand.
On April 23, the party media Xinhua News Agency reported that Xi Jinping recently issued significant directives, stating that Yiwu's small commodities have successfully entered large markets and evolved into a major industry....
China's Internet is Abuzz: 90% of Small County Towns Are Disappearing
Can you believe it? A phrase is circulating on Chinese social media: 90% of small county towns are disappearing!...
Xi Jinping Has Acquired a New Nickname: 'great Decapitator', and has Li Yanhong Also Rebelled?
When discussing Xi Jinping's nicknames, the most recognised ones are likely 'Baozi' (Steamed Bun) or 'Qingfeng Emperor', which originated from his early efforts to present a relatable image by showcasing his fondness for eating steamed buns....
CCP Blocks Lai Ching-te’s Overseas Visit After Zheng-xi Meeting
After the 'Zheng-Xi meeting', the CCP announced ten so-called measures aimed at benefiting Taiwan. In response to the obstruction of the Republic of China (ROC) President Lai Ching-te's visit to the allied nation of Eswatini (known as Swaziland in the mainland), the Mainland Affairs Council (MAC) condemned the CCP's blatant interference in President Lai's travel plans, emphasising that this action underscores the Beijing authorities' true stance of 'false goodwill and real threats' towards Taiwan....
Polish PM questions US loyalty in case of Russian attack, FT reports
POLAND-NATO:Polish PM questions US loyalty in case of Russian attack, FT reports...
US, EU to sign preliminary partnership deal on critical minerals on Friday
USA-EU-MINERALS:US, EU to sign preliminary partnership deal on critical minerals on Friday...
US Senator Steve Daines to lead visit to China before May summit, SCMP reports
USA-TRUMP-CHINA-VISIT:US Senator Steve Daines to lead visit to China before May summit, SCMP reports...
US says it does not object to Iran playing in World Cup but people with ties to IRGC won't be allowed
SOCCER-WORLDCUP-USA-IRAN:US says it does not object to Iran playing in World Cup but people with ties to IRGC won't be allowed...
Trump won't be rushed on Iran as clock ticking for the regime
(The Center Square) – Time is ticking for Iran, as President Donald Trump says he won’t be rushed into giving a timeline regarding the conflict and ceasefire with Iran....
Trump announces drug pricing deal with Regeneron
USA-TRUMP-DRUG-PRICING:Trump announces drug pricing deal with Regeneron...
Trump says US will not use nuclear weapon in Iran war
IRAN-CRISIS-TRUMP-WEAPONS:Trump says US will not use nuclear weapon in Iran war...
Foreign-flagged tanker ships US oil from Texas to Pennsylvania after waiver
USA-OIL-SHIPPING-WAIVER:Foreign-flagged tanker ships US oil from Texas to Pennsylvania after waiver...
Cuba sees short-term relief as Russian oil begins to flow
CUBA-CRISIS-RUSSIA-OIL:Cuba sees short-term relief as Russian oil begins to flow...
Iran fast-boat swarms add to Hormuz threats for shipping
IRAN-CRISIS-FASTBOATS-HORMUZ:Iran fast-boat swarms add to Hormuz threats for shipping...
US to loosen marijuana rules in major shift for $47 billion industry
USA-HEALTH-CANNABIS:US to loosen marijuana rules in major shift for $47 billion industry...
White House accuses China of ‘industrial scale’ theft of AI technology, FT reports
USA-AI-CHINA:White House accuses China of ‘industrial scale’ theft of AI technology, FT reports...
Louisiana man charged over the gun used in massacre of eight children
USA-SHOOTING-LOUISIANA:Louisiana man charged over the gun used in massacre of eight children...
Deceived by Xi Jinping, Trump is Furious. Will the Trump-Xi Meeting Fall Through?
The US-Iran negotiations have collapsed, and the world is closely watching to see if the guns in the Gulf of Oman will fire again. Trump issued an ultimatum from the White House, stating that the ceasefire agreement has only 3 to 5 days left. According to the New York Post, Trump indicated that the second round of negotiations between the US and Iran could occur within the next three days....
Xi's Manoeuvring with Trump: Iranian Cargo Ship Carries Unfriendly 'Chinese Gift'
The U.S. military recently seized the cargo ship Touska, which was en route from China to Iran. U.S. President Trump stated that the ship was carrying a 'gift from China,' and that the contents of this gift were 'not very friendly.'...
Xi Zhanxi stresses “correct achievements” as Wang Huning signals irony
Following the General Secretary of the Communist Party of China's reiteration of the 'correct view of achievements' in January, a brainwashing campaign to 'establish the correct view of achievements' has recently taken hold across China over the past two months....
India says trade talks with U.S. remain constructive after Washington visit
USA-TRUMP-TARIFFS-INDIA:India says trade talks with U.S. remain constructive after Washington visit...
Village Banks “Fall Off a Cliff” — A Dangerous Signal for the Situation
It is a well-known fact that China’s economy has remained sluggish in recent years, and the term “cliff-like” has frequently appeared in media and online discussions....
Mozambique President Departs as Xi Holds Welcome Ceremony
According to reports from the CCP's official media, on the afternoon of April 21, CCP leader Xi Jinping met with Mozambique President Chapo at the Great Hall of the People....
China-linked hackers using everyday devices to hide attacks, cyber agencies warn
BRITAIN-SECURITY-CYBER:China-linked hackers using everyday devices to hide attacks, cyber agencies warn...
US Senate edges toward advancing ICE, border funding plan
USA-CONGRESS-SHUTDOWN:US Senate edges toward advancing ICE, border funding plan...
Florida Governor Ron DeSantis signs bill prohibiting DEI in local governments
FLORIDA-DIVERSITY:Florida Governor Ron DeSantis signs bill prohibiting DEI in local governments...