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US Political Figures: Human Rights and Religious Freedom Are Central to US-China Relations
Are human rights and religious freedom merely ‘marginal issues’? Should we wait until we (the United States) have dealt with so-called practical political matters like critical minerals and tariffs before addressing them? Or should these issues serve as the lens through which we craft our foreign po
China Faces Surge in Sudden Deaths Amid Flu Outbreak, Young Adults Most Affected
Multiple provinces in China began seeing a flu epidemic toward the end of last year. Many people who initially had common cold symptoms quickly progressed to severe pneumonia, such as white lung, and died. A notably high proportion of those who passed away were in their 30s and 40s.
DeepSeek Cannot Save the CCP from Its Inevitable Demise
On December 26, 2024 (Mao Zedong’s birthday), the Chinese Communist Party (CCP) announced the release of the DeepSeek-V1 model. Shortly after, on January 20, 2025 (the date of Trump’s inauguration), they introduced the DeepSeekR1 model.
China’s 2025 “Document No. 1” Further Confirms Xi Jinping’s Loss of Power
The Chinese Communist Party (CCP) recently released its 2025 “Document No. 1,” primarily addressing agriculture, rural areas, and farmers (known as the “Three Rural Issues”).
On the Eve of the "Two Sessions," Vaccine Rights Activists Across China Face Increased Surveillance
As China’s National People's Congress (NPC) and the Chinese People's Political Consultative Conference (CPPCC)—commonly known as the "Two Sessions"—approach, authorities have intensified their surveillance of political dissidents and rights activists.
Why Is Xi Jinping Emphasizing That He Has ‘Always Supported Private Enterprises’?
On March 2, the Chinese state-run news agency Xinhua published a front-page article titled "I Have Always Supported Private Enterprises" – A Record of Comrade Xi Jinping’s Efforts to Promote the Development of the Private Economy.
China Faces Wave of Hospital Closures – What’s Behind It?
Recently, reports of hospitals defaulting on salaries and going bankrupt have surfaced across China. During the COVID-19 pandemic, the Chinese government implemented large-scale prevention measures, leading to a surge in hospital expenses.
Rising Risk of Arbitrary Detention for Foreign Nationals in China
“In China, you could be arrested simply for chatting with someone, copying a map, or unintentionally taking a photo of a sensitive location,” said Dinah Gardner, research director at the human rights organization Safeguard Defenders, in an interview with Voice of America (VOA).
Rumors of Cai Qi’s Health Issues and Replacement as Chief of the General Office – CCP Faces Mounting Crises
According to independent commentator Cai Shenkun, who cited sources from Beijing in his self-media program on March 1, Xi Jinping is currently searching for a new Chief of the General Office of the Central Committee, intending to replace Cai Qi.
The CCP Faces the Most Difficult Two Sessions in History: Five Major Pain Points Haunt Zhongnanhai
As the Chinese Communist Party’s (CCP) Two Sessions approach, on February 28, the CCP leadership held the 19th collective study session of the Politburo.
The Dismissal and Demotion of Xu Lin’s Followers Sends Further Signals
Amid widespread reports of turmoil within the Chinese Communist Party (CCP) leadership and rumors that Xi Jinping’s loss of power is only awaiting official confirmation, personnel reshuffles within the CCP bureaucracy continue.
Alleged Chinese spies gave Philippine city and police cash and motorbikes
PHILIPPINES-CHINA-SPIES:Exclusive-Alleged Chinese spies gave Philippine city and police cash and motorbikes
CCP’s 2025 No. 1 Document: Food Security as the Core, Rural Reforms Reflect Political Trends
The Chinese Communist Party (CCP) recently released its 2025 "No. 1 Central Document," once again emphasizing the importance of food security and agricultural modernization, reaffirming that rural affairs—agriculture, rural development, and farmers ("Sannong")—remain central to national governance.
Huangpu River Blockade: Who Counts as "One of Us"? The Political Dilemma of Chinese Entrepreneurs
In recent years, the long-forgotten term "one of us" has frequently surfaced in internal speeches within the Chinese Communist Party (CCP). Like an enduring enigma, it reveals a hidden aspect of Chinese politics while exposing a deep contradiction and crisis within the system.
Chinese "Genius Female Go Player" Caught Using AI to Cheat – Banned for 8 Years and Stripped of Professional Ranking
Qin Siyue, a 19-year-old professional Go player known as a "genius female player," was caught sneaking a phone into a competition last year and using an artificial intelligence (AI) program to cheat
Taiwan Bans Civil Servants from Holding Chinese Identity Documents to Prevent CCP Confusion Between People on Both Sides of the Strait
Taiwan’s Mainland Affairs Council (MAC) plans to amend the Cross-Strait Act to include regulations on Taiwanese citizens applying for residence permits in China.
Taiwan tells China World War Two shows aggression will end in failure
TAIWAN-CHINA:Taiwan tells China World War Two shows aggression will end in failure
Chinese Communist Party Warships Conduct Live-Fire Exercises in Australia-New Zealand Waters, Raising Concerns
While U.S. President Trump is occupied with mediating the Russia-Ukraine conflict, Chinese Communist Party warships have made an unprecedented incursion into the South Pacific waters between Australia and New Zealand to conduct live-fire exercises.
Global Freedom Report: China Remains a "Not Free" Country
The U.S.-based Freedom House, an organization dedicated to democracy advocacy and research, has released its latest Global Freedom Report. Based on a 100-point scale, China scored only 9 points, continuing to be classified as a "Not Free" country.
Tensions in U.S.-China Relations Worry CCP Elites – Deng Pufang’s Letter to the Central Committee Criticizes Wang Yi, Indirectly Targeting Xi
With Donald Trump’s return to the White House, uncertainty in U.S.-China relations has caused concern among "Red Second Generation" (children of senior CCP officials).
China's Rent and Housing Prices Drop Simultaneously Amid Weak Demand and Pessimistic Outlook
Recently, reports of falling rents in major Chinese cities have been emerging. The Chinese financial media outlet "Zhigu Trend" described the rental market in key cities as having "returned to levels from ten years ago"—yet rental properties are still struggling to find tenants.