Beijing is set to sanction two American defense contractors. Both have a hand in the United States selling arms to Taiwan. China is staying vague about its stance as the Russia-Ukraine crisis unfolds. Besides politics, food and energy considerations are joining the mix. Two major Chinese e-commerce platforms have made it into Washington’s notorious counterfeiters list. We take a closer look at what’s been dubbed the “counterfeit shoe capital of the world.” And for those watching our full episode: We break down President Joe Biden’s strategy on the Indo-Pacific. The region is vital to America’s future, and is facing increasing aggression from Beijing. ​​ Australia accuses Beijing of an “act of intimidation.” The call-out comes after a Chinese warship pointed a laser at an Australian military plane—an incident Beijing denies. Have other topics you want us to cover? Drop us a line: chinainfocus@ntdtv.org And if you’d like to buy us …