Commentary Chinese leader Xi Jinping attempted to reinforce the legitimacy of the People’s Republic of China (PRC) during a speech on Oct. 25 to commemorate the PRC’s admission to the United Nations 50 years ago. This is the second of two articles examining the deleterious effects of Western—and particularly U.S.—appeasement of the PRC since the…
CCP Successes Are American Failures: Beijing Infiltrates the US Political Class
If China Cares About the World’s Forests, Then Why Is It Destroying Them?
Commentary More than 100 world leaders recently committed to put an end to deforestation by the end of the decade. China was one of the countries promising to save the world’s forests. Are we witnessing a new, climate-conscious China? Does Xi Jinping really care about the trees? Well, the answer to both questions, not surprisingly,…
China Seeks Its Way Back to Interpol
Commentary China seeks to have a member of its Ministry of Public Security (MPS) installed on Interpol’s powerful Executive Committee at elections later this month. On Nov. 15, a long list of members of the Inter-Parliamentary Alliance on China (IPAC), a global alliance of members of parliaments from over 20 countries, and Safeguard Defenders, a…
The World Is Gradually Shifting Toward Taiwan
November 15, 2021
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News Analysis In the past, countries allowed Beijing to dictate their relationship with Taiwan, under threat of economic sanctions. Gradually, free democracies are increasing their engagement with the island nation, in spite of the Chinese regime’s bullying. Over the past few years, the Chinese Communist Party (CCP) has become more and more belligerent, while attempting…
When America Talks, China Doesn’t Listen
Commentary President Joe Biden will speak over the phone with Chinese leader Xi Jinping on Nov. 15. The Chinese dictator might be on the other end of the line, but he probably won’t be listening. About a decade ago, Singapore was criticizing the U.S. government for some failing or other. This writer had occasion to…
Biden Administration Reveals a Hardening Stance Against China That Is Too Little, Too Late
Commentary The Biden administration is trying to build alliances in Asia to deter Beijing from attacking Taiwan, but their measures are too weak. At this late stage, America can only lead through bold action. On Nov. 7, reports emerged of China mocking up multiple targets on its missile range in the Xinjiang region to appear…
The Politics of Retribution: The China-Australia Trade Disputes
November 14, 2021
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Commentary Former Australian Prime Minister, Paul Keating, generated a wave of criticism when, in an address to the National Press Club on Wednesday, Nov. 10, 2021, he argued that China “does not represent a contiguous threat to Australia” and that Australia should not be involved in any dispute over Taiwan. While a spokesperson of China’s Foreign…
Building Upon Success: Strengthening the Australian-US Alliance to Counter China Threat
Commentary Australian Prime Minister Scott Morrison and former Prime Minister Tony Abbott deserve credit for calling attention to the threat from the Chinese regime, supporting the Quad and Taiwan, and for working to reduce Australia’s economic dependence on China. The AUKUS agreement is another important step forward. While these positive steps have been taken, it…
When Active Defense Is Preemptive War: The 2021 US Defense Report on China
Commentary A new report released by the U.S. Department of Defense summarizes Chinese strategic thinking on active defense, but doesn’t recognize the new geography and communist strategic signature that suggests a preemptive, offensive strategy. The 2021 DoD report on communist China covers a variety of categories and is a good summary that’s worth reading. But…
Apple, China, and the Violation of Users’ Privacy
Commentary Apple has a “responsibility” to do business wherever it can. No country is off limits, not even China—a known violator of human rights. That’s the opinion of Tim Cook, Apple’s CEO. On Nov. 9, at The New York Times’ virtual Dealbook conference, Cook said in a speech that his aim was to achieve “world peace through world trade.” To…
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