Chinese EV Production in Mexico Threatened by U.S. InfluenceThe Mexican government may halt incentives due to pressure from the United States when Chinese electric vehicle manufacturers aim to build factories, according to a Reuters report on April 18, 2024. Such moves concern access to cheap public land and tax breaks on Mexico’s EV production investment. Companies that can benefit from this include Tesla, […]
China's Underground Love for South Korean Drama 'Queen of Tears'The TvN drama Queen of Tears, featuring Kim Soo Hyun and Kim Ji Won, has been garnering attention both at home and abroad through Netflix. However, there’s been a surge in unauthorized streaming of the series in China. On the 23rd, Professor Seo Kyung Deok from Sungshin Women’s University revealed that a review page for […]
China's Secretive Space Science Base in Argentina Faces ScrutinyIt Essentially Functions as an Extraterritorial Jurisdiction, Granting Tax ExemptionMilei Asserts Oversight: ‘We Must Exercise Supervisory Authority The Chinese space science base in Neuquen, Argentina. /Source=Argentinian Government The Chinese space science base in Argentina is finally drawing attention as it may unveil its shroud of mystery. The base insists on secrecy and is strongly suspected […]
U.S. Blacklists Four Chinese Companies for Supporting Chinese Military AI Chip DevelopmentFirefighters work to put out the fire after a building in Odesa, a port city in southern Ukraine, was attacked by a Russian drone last month. The U.S. government has added four Chinese companies to its blacklist (entity list·export control list) for allegedly supporting the Chinese People’s Liberation Army’s acquisition of artificial intelligence (AI) chips. […]
Taiwanese vs. Chinese Drones - Who Comes Out on Top? - Part 1Chinese WZ-7 capable of surveillance and attackEast Sea Reconnaissance Route Acquisition Information Transmission to Strategic Forces North KoreaCollecting information before and after Taiwan’s MQ-9B warUnmanned reconnaissance aircraft major asymmetric power On March 26, an unfamiliar aircraft appeared in the East Sea, prompting emergency takeoffs from Korean and Japanese fighter jets. An unmanned Chinese reconnaissance aircraft […]
China's Economic Ambitions Face Harsh Reality CheckThe reality of China’s G2 economy, which aims to surpass the United States in quality and quantity, is reportedly quite grim. In particular, the realities of low income and unemployment are likely more horrific than we might assume. China seems to have a long way to go to maintain its G2 status and achieve its […]
U.S. States Rally Against Chinese Land Purchases: What's Behind the Backlash?Most states in the U.S. are pushing for an act on restrictions on foreigners’ land purchases targeting Chinese individuals and companies. Over two-thirds of the 50 states are projected to join the sanctions once the legislation is finalized this year. Politico says about 20 states are pushing for new laws or amending existing ones to restrict […]
Eight Chinese Immigrants Found Dead on Mexican ShoreMexican prosecutors presumed deaths in boat capsizingLast year, 37,000 Chinese illegally entered the U.S. According to Reuters, eight Chinese immigrants were found dead off the southern coast of Mexico. On the 1st (local time), the Oaxaca state prosecutor’s office in Mexico announced that the nationality of the eight bodies found on the beach of Playa […]
Illegal Chinese Boats Caught: Crackdown Ahead of Spring Fishing SeasonAs the April fishing season approaches, Chinese fishing vessels conducting illegal operations in our waters have been successively detected by the government’s joint crackdown. The Maritime Police Agency announced on the 2nd that as a result of the joint crackdown on the West Sea border waters and Jeju EEZ from the 25th to the 31st […]
China’s Influence Grows in Sri Lanka with Promises of Debt RestructuringPromises debt restructuring and development assistanceChinese Premier Li Qiang meets with Sri Lankan Prime MinisterSri Lanka declared sovereign default in 2022 China has pledged to continue supporting debt restructuring in Sri Lanka and aiding in developing airports and sea ports in the country, where it is currently competing with India for influence. This decision shows […]
Former Chinese Football Association President Jailed for Life for BriberyA little over a year ago, former Chinese Football Association President Chen Xuyuan fell from grace, charged with accepting bribes of astronomical proportions. On the 26th, he was sentenced to life in prison without parole. Along with this, his political rights were stripped for life, and his assets were confiscated. It’s safe to say his […]
Youth Unemployment Still Bad in China, Hits 15.3 Percent in FebThe changed statistics method was ineffective Increased 0.7%p compared to the previous monthDoesn’t seem to be facilitated in the short term At a recent job fair in Beijing, a young man held a sign expressing his desperate need for employment. This incident starkly highlights the severity of the youth unemployment crisis that China is currently facing. / […]
China's Foreign Minister Seeks Business-Friendly Environment for Chinese Companies in AustraliaMinister Wang suggested the U.S. should not influence the bilateral relationship Wang Yi, the top diplomat of China, visited Australia for the first time in seven years. As this visit thaws the atmosphere between China and Australia, Wang emphasized that the third party should not interfere with the bilateral relationship, raising the voice of restraint […]
An Innocent Habit That May Lead to CancerA patient with external ear cancer used earpick daily for nearly 10 years. Mr. Zhou, a 50-year-old from Guangzhou, China, visited a hospital due to pain and discharge from his left ear. After conducting tests, the doctor informed Mr. Zhou that he had external ear cancer. Surprised, Mr. Zhou asked, “Can you get cancer in […]
'Pro-China' Brazil Launches Anti-Dumping Investigation Into Chinese Steel and Other ProductsInvestigation of 6 sectors, including chemicals and tiresInventories piled up as China’s domestic demand shrinks, exported at low pricesInvestigation could escalate trade tensions Photo=Reuters Yonhap News Brazil, known for its friendly relations with China, has launched an anti-dumping investigation targeting China. This move comes as a countermeasure against China’s low-cost export of surplus products due […]
2nd Richest Man in China Faces Permanent Ban from Stock Market - Here's WhyXu Jiayin, the chairman of Evergrande who once rode the Chinese real estate boom to become the second-richest person in Asia, has fallen from grace as Chinese securities authorities permanently banned him from entering the stock market. Evergrande once became China’s second-largest real estate developer, but in 2021, it began defaulting on offshore bonds. It […]
Trump Threatens 100% Tariff on Chinese Automakers' Cars Made in MexicoAccording to a report by the Detroit News on March 17, 2024 (Local time), Donald Trump said he would impose a 100% tariff on automobiles made in Mexico by Chinese automakers, double the levy he has previously said he would impose on automobiles made south of the U.S. border. Earlier this month, Trump threatened a […]
ByteDance to Restart Gaming Business After US Passes TikTok Ban BillSold its gaming business last yearInternal notice of organizational restructuring to restart gaming business after the U.S. House of Representatives passed the Tik Tok Ban Bill Local reports have stated that China’s ByteDance, the parent company of TikTok, which is at risk of losing the U.S. market, is reviving the gaming business, previously sold to […]
China and North Korea Deepen Exchange in Information Sector: Ambassador's VisitNorth Korean Minister of Information Industry Ju Yong Il (right) and Chinese Ambassador to North Korea Wang Yajun (Photo=Chinese Embassy in North Korea) North Korean Minister of Information Industry Ju Yong Il and Chinese Ambassador to North Korea Wang Yajun agreed to strengthen cooperation and exchange in various fields, including the information industry, during a […]
Chinese Tourists Caught Groping Woman on Hong Kong BeachA controversy has arisen after a video was captured of middle-aged men approaching a Caucasian woman sunbathing in a bikini on a famous Hong Kong beach, where they made physical contact with her and forcibly took a picture with her. These men are known to be Chinese group tourists from China. In a 23-second video […]
Chinese EV Production in Mexico Threatened by U.S. Influence The Mexican government may halt incentives due to pressure from the United States when Chinese electric vehicle manufacturers aim to build factories, according to a Reuters report on April 18, 2024. Such moves concern access to cheap public land and tax breaks on Mexico’s EV production investment. Companies that can benefit from this include Tesla, […]
China's Underground Love for South Korean Drama 'Queen of Tears' The TvN drama Queen of Tears, featuring Kim Soo Hyun and Kim Ji Won, has been garnering attention both at home and abroad through Netflix. However, there’s been a surge in unauthorized streaming of the series in China. On the 23rd, Professor Seo Kyung Deok from Sungshin Women’s University revealed that a review page for […]
China's Secretive Space Science Base in Argentina Faces Scrutiny It Essentially Functions as an Extraterritorial Jurisdiction, Granting Tax ExemptionMilei Asserts Oversight: ‘We Must Exercise Supervisory Authority The Chinese space science base in Neuquen, Argentina. /Source=Argentinian Government The Chinese space science base in Argentina is finally drawing attention as it may unveil its shroud of mystery. The base insists on secrecy and is strongly suspected […]
U.S. Blacklists Four Chinese Companies for Supporting Chinese Military AI Chip Development Firefighters work to put out the fire after a building in Odesa, a port city in southern Ukraine, was attacked by a Russian drone last month. The U.S. government has added four Chinese companies to its blacklist (entity list·export control list) for allegedly supporting the Chinese People’s Liberation Army’s acquisition of artificial intelligence (AI) chips. […]
Taiwanese vs. Chinese Drones - Who Comes Out on Top? - Part 1 Chinese WZ-7 capable of surveillance and attackEast Sea Reconnaissance Route Acquisition Information Transmission to Strategic Forces North KoreaCollecting information before and after Taiwan’s MQ-9B warUnmanned reconnaissance aircraft major asymmetric power On March 26, an unfamiliar aircraft appeared in the East Sea, prompting emergency takeoffs from Korean and Japanese fighter jets. An unmanned Chinese reconnaissance aircraft […]
China's Economic Ambitions Face Harsh Reality Check The reality of China’s G2 economy, which aims to surpass the United States in quality and quantity, is reportedly quite grim. In particular, the realities of low income and unemployment are likely more horrific than we might assume. China seems to have a long way to go to maintain its G2 status and achieve its […]
U.S. States Rally Against Chinese Land Purchases: What's Behind the Backlash? Most states in the U.S. are pushing for an act on restrictions on foreigners’ land purchases targeting Chinese individuals and companies. Over two-thirds of the 50 states are projected to join the sanctions once the legislation is finalized this year. Politico says about 20 states are pushing for new laws or amending existing ones to restrict […]
Eight Chinese Immigrants Found Dead on Mexican Shore Mexican prosecutors presumed deaths in boat capsizingLast year, 37,000 Chinese illegally entered the U.S. According to Reuters, eight Chinese immigrants were found dead off the southern coast of Mexico. On the 1st (local time), the Oaxaca state prosecutor’s office in Mexico announced that the nationality of the eight bodies found on the beach of Playa […]
Illegal Chinese Boats Caught: Crackdown Ahead of Spring Fishing Season As the April fishing season approaches, Chinese fishing vessels conducting illegal operations in our waters have been successively detected by the government’s joint crackdown. The Maritime Police Agency announced on the 2nd that as a result of the joint crackdown on the West Sea border waters and Jeju EEZ from the 25th to the 31st […]
China’s Influence Grows in Sri Lanka with Promises of Debt Restructuring Promises debt restructuring and development assistanceChinese Premier Li Qiang meets with Sri Lankan Prime MinisterSri Lanka declared sovereign default in 2022 China has pledged to continue supporting debt restructuring in Sri Lanka and aiding in developing airports and sea ports in the country, where it is currently competing with India for influence. This decision shows […]
Former Chinese Football Association President Jailed for Life for Bribery A little over a year ago, former Chinese Football Association President Chen Xuyuan fell from grace, charged with accepting bribes of astronomical proportions. On the 26th, he was sentenced to life in prison without parole. Along with this, his political rights were stripped for life, and his assets were confiscated. It’s safe to say his […]
Youth Unemployment Still Bad in China, Hits 15.3 Percent in Feb The changed statistics method was ineffective Increased 0.7%p compared to the previous monthDoesn’t seem to be facilitated in the short term At a recent job fair in Beijing, a young man held a sign expressing his desperate need for employment. This incident starkly highlights the severity of the youth unemployment crisis that China is currently facing. / […]
China's Foreign Minister Seeks Business-Friendly Environment for Chinese Companies in Australia Minister Wang suggested the U.S. should not influence the bilateral relationship Wang Yi, the top diplomat of China, visited Australia for the first time in seven years. As this visit thaws the atmosphere between China and Australia, Wang emphasized that the third party should not interfere with the bilateral relationship, raising the voice of restraint […]
An Innocent Habit That May Lead to Cancer A patient with external ear cancer used earpick daily for nearly 10 years. Mr. Zhou, a 50-year-old from Guangzhou, China, visited a hospital due to pain and discharge from his left ear. After conducting tests, the doctor informed Mr. Zhou that he had external ear cancer. Surprised, Mr. Zhou asked, “Can you get cancer in […]
'Pro-China' Brazil Launches Anti-Dumping Investigation Into Chinese Steel and Other Products Investigation of 6 sectors, including chemicals and tiresInventories piled up as China’s domestic demand shrinks, exported at low pricesInvestigation could escalate trade tensions Photo=Reuters Yonhap News Brazil, known for its friendly relations with China, has launched an anti-dumping investigation targeting China. This move comes as a countermeasure against China’s low-cost export of surplus products due […]
2nd Richest Man in China Faces Permanent Ban from Stock Market - Here's Why Xu Jiayin, the chairman of Evergrande who once rode the Chinese real estate boom to become the second-richest person in Asia, has fallen from grace as Chinese securities authorities permanently banned him from entering the stock market. Evergrande once became China’s second-largest real estate developer, but in 2021, it began defaulting on offshore bonds. It […]
Trump Threatens 100% Tariff on Chinese Automakers' Cars Made in Mexico According to a report by the Detroit News on March 17, 2024 (Local time), Donald Trump said he would impose a 100% tariff on automobiles made in Mexico by Chinese automakers, double the levy he has previously said he would impose on automobiles made south of the U.S. border. Earlier this month, Trump threatened a […]
ByteDance to Restart Gaming Business After US Passes TikTok Ban Bill Sold its gaming business last yearInternal notice of organizational restructuring to restart gaming business after the U.S. House of Representatives passed the Tik Tok Ban Bill Local reports have stated that China’s ByteDance, the parent company of TikTok, which is at risk of losing the U.S. market, is reviving the gaming business, previously sold to […]
China and North Korea Deepen Exchange in Information Sector: Ambassador's Visit North Korean Minister of Information Industry Ju Yong Il (right) and Chinese Ambassador to North Korea Wang Yajun (Photo=Chinese Embassy in North Korea) North Korean Minister of Information Industry Ju Yong Il and Chinese Ambassador to North Korea Wang Yajun agreed to strengthen cooperation and exchange in various fields, including the information industry, during a […]
Chinese Tourists Caught Groping Woman on Hong Kong Beach A controversy has arisen after a video was captured of middle-aged men approaching a Caucasian woman sunbathing in a bikini on a famous Hong Kong beach, where they made physical contact with her and forcibly took a picture with her. These men are known to be Chinese group tourists from China. In a 23-second video […]
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