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Taiwan navy shows off its steel with simulated attack exercise
TAIWAN-DEFENCE:Taiwan navy shows off its steel with simulated attack exercise
Yan Dan: Why Can’t the Chinese Communist Party Tolerate Japan’s Kimono?
From June 29 to 30, 2024, the Japan Expo was held at the Meydenbauer Center in Bellevue, Washington.
Wang Youqun: Are They the Gravediggers of the Chinese Communist Party (CCP)?
Recently, I came across a case in Shenyang City, Liaoning Province, which left me deeply unsettled. After reading it, I couldn't help but wonder: Are the officials involved in this case—those who are cold, ruthless, and lawless towards the people—the CCP's own gravediggers?
Xi Jinping's Visit to Liuchi Lane: a Sign of Weakening Power
On October 17, Chinese state media Xinhua reported that Xi Jinping visited Liuchi Lane in Tongcheng, Anhui Province, expressing that "this visit was very touching." Xi stated that "Liuchi Lane embodies the wisdom of ancient Chinese people. We must promote the traditional virtues of the Chinese nation, emphasizing mutual concession and harmony, and resolving social conflicts to make our society more harmonious."
Xi Jinping’s Waning Influence Becomes Clear Amid Mysterious Signals From Zhongnanhai
Recently, prominent appearances by officials such as Zhang Youxia and Li Qiang have overshadowed Chinese Communist Party (CCP) leader Xi Jinping. Notably, during Xi’s visit to Fujian on the 16th, the absence of CCP Central Office Director Cai Qi was a rare occurrence. Given the internal power struggles within the CCP, which influence the direction of Chinese society, these developments have drawn attention. Particularly since the 20th Central Committee's third plenary session, there have been several peculiar signals.
Chinese Financial Professionals Switch Careers as Regulatory Crackdown Darkens Future
Disillusioned Chinese bankers and fund managers are abandoning their careers in finance as government actions and regulations cloud the future, making even fields like education and stand-up comedy appear more attractive.
Li Xi and Wang Xiaohong’s Sudden Visit to Tianjin: Analysis Suggests It May Be Unfavorable for Chen Miner
The internal power struggles within the Chinese Communist Party (CCP) remain secretive. Recently, two of Xi Jinping’s close allies—Li Xi, Secretary of the Central Commission for Discipline Inspection (CCDI), and Wang Xiaohong, China’s State Councilor—visited Tianjin for "research," raising eyebrows. Tianjin is currently led by Chen Miner, who was once rumored to be Xi’s successor. Analysts believe that the visit by both Li Xi and Wang Xiaohong, both considered Xi’s "swords," signals an internal CCP power struggle, potentially unfavorable for Chen Miner.
Wang Youqun: Israel's Lesson in Being "Friendly" Toward the Chinese Communist Party
Israel is a small, beleaguered country in the Middle East, lacking resources, facing extreme drought, and surrounded by hostile environments. It was founded one year before the Chinese Communist Party (CCP) came to power, yet it has become one of the world's "highly developed" nations and is often called "the smallest superpower in the world."
Female Entrepreneur in Hunan Becomes Prisoner After Illegal Demolition: 100 Million Yuan in Assets Seized
"I know about Jack Ma, and Sun Dawu, the richest man in Hebei... but I never thought that our small business could also be pushed to the point where we have nowhere to seek justice." Recently, a private entrepreneur from Hunan exposed to the media the tragic end of a lifetime of business management by her and her son.
Economic Recovery or Taiwan Strait Tensions? Xi Jinping Sends Mixed Signals
Amid growing tensions between China and the U.S. and the increasing risk of conflict in the Taiwan Strait, Xi Jinping's visit to Fujian has drawn attention. On one hand, Xi is strengthening military deterrence against Taiwan, while on the other, he is calling for boosting the domestic economy. However, the contradiction between military pressure and economic recovery has made markets wary of China’s economic outlook, with investors increasingly concerned about the future uncertainties.
Xi Visits Fujian to Explore Cross-strait Integration, but the Ministry of Defense Takes a Contradictory Stance: the Reality is Surprising
By Li Qiang According to People News, on October 14, after the People's Liberation Army (PLA) conduc
Regulatory Office Director Stabbed to Death in Municipal Hall: CCP's Fear-based Rule Losing Effectiveness
Under the rule of the Chinese Communist Party (CCP), public discontent and hostility continue to surge. Despite massive investments in stability maintenance, surveillance, and monitoring, with vast networks of grassroots personnel and facilities extending into homes, companies, and government offices, incidents of citizens killing officials persist, even occurring in official workplaces.
World Media on China: the Gloom and Madness of the Economic Landscape
Since the Chinese Communist Party (CCP) abruptly abandoned its nearly three-year-long "zero-COVID" policy, China’s economic growth has struggled under the negative impact of that policy and other measures that are promoted as boosting the economy but, in reality, hinder it.
Five Chinese Departments Push Housing Market Stability Measures: New Wine in Old Bottles, Limited Effectiveness
five Chinese government departments, including the Ministry of Housing and Urban-Rural Development, held a joint press conference on Thursday (October 17) to discuss efforts to "promote the stable and healthy development of the real estate market."
On the Eve of UK Foreign Secretary's Visit to China, Prime Minister Starmer Calls for Release of Jimmy Lai
UK Foreign Secretary David Lammy is set to visit China this week, marking the highest-level visit to China by an official from the Labour government since it took office. His mission is to seek "reconciliation" and repair UK-China relations.
Taiwan President Thanks Air Force for 'Outstanding' Work During China War Games
Taiwan President Lai Ching-te thanked the air force on Friday for their "outstanding" work during Chinese war games around the island earlier this week, telling them to keep up the good work.
China new home prices fall at the fastest pace since 2015
China's new home prices fell at the fastest pace since May 2015, official data showed on Friday, despite increased efforts to revive the struggling property sector.
China's economy likely to have slowed in Q3, Beijing's 2024 target at risk
China's economy is expected to have slowed in the third quarter, dragged by a prolonged property downturn and weak consumption, maintaining pressure on policymakers as they consider more stimulus steps to revitalise growth.
Xi's Visit to Fujian Without Cai Qi Raises Strong Signals
Another signal has emerged indicating that Xi Jinping's power and authority are steadily shrinking.
Zhan Fengchen: Why Did Jiang Qing Say "I Am Just Chairman Mao's Dog"?
In his later years, Mao Zedong once remarked that he had "done two great things" in his life, one of which was personally initiating and leading the Cultural Revolution.
Zhang Jing: Why is the Mental State of Chinese People So Concerning?
Recently, the news about young people in mainland China starting to raise slime molds as pets became a hot topic on social media, with related videos amassing over 3 million views. Some individuals interviewed by the media stated that they started raising slime molds due to "excessive work pressure" and wanted to "distract themselves." However, some netizens remarked that this reflects the deeply concerning mental state of today’s Chinese youth, describing it as "spiritually impoverished, tantamount to brain death."