Suspicions of espionage and corruption are rife in China’s military shipyards, with a handful of incidents in recent years pointing to key staff members. Among those incidents was that of Li Jianming, chief accountant and deputy director of the 711 Research Institute of China State Shipbuilding Corporation (CSSC). Li suddenly “died while on business” at…
ANALYSIS: Espionage, Corruption Dog China’s Naval Industry
White House Cautious About Calling China, Russia ‘Evil Regimes’
A reporter on Wednesday demanded an explanation from the White House as to why the Biden administration has repeatedly refrained from calling the governments of Russia and China “evil regimes.” During a press conference, Newsmax’s chief White House correspondent James Rosen cited President Ronald Reagan, who had described the Soviet regime as the “locus of…
US Debt Default Could Help China Dethrone the Dollar
As the June 5 deadline for a decision on the U.S. debt ceiling looms, China could gain the upper hand in global influence if the United States defaults on its $31.4 trillion debt. Amid political tensions and struggles for trade dominance, the debt ceiling debate is poised to have a significant impact on the U.S. dollar, both…
Chinese Jet Intercepts US Spy Plane: Video
A video shows a Chinese fighter jet passing right in front of a U.S. plane’s nose. The United States is calling it an “unnecessarily aggressive” maneuver by the Chinese jet during an intercept over the South China Sea. China is fighting back, saying the United States intruded on their space. This comes as China’s defense…
AI Could Become the Biggest Problem for the 2024 Elections
Artificial intelligence is now being framed as a public threat, including to elections, to public safety, and even to race and equity. To mitigate this threat, the government has created new programs that can manage key systems that influence AI information. And these programs raise some serious questions about who controls information. Meanwhile, the Chinese…
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The summer sun—warm and welcoming as it is—can leave its mark on our complexion in the form of dry, rough, spotty skin—bestowing freckles, dark spots, and even lines of premature aging. Homemade, simple, natural facial masks—plus a nourishing tea drink—can help restore the skin to a more youthful, bright, and healthy appearance. Brighten and Lighten…
[PREMIERING 7:00PM ET] AI Could Become the Biggest Problem for the 2024 Elections
Artificial intelligence is now being framed as a public threat, including to elections, to public safety, and even to race and equity. To mitigate this threat, the government has created new programs that can manage key systems that influence AI information. And these programs raise some serious questions about who controls information. Meanwhile, the Chinese…
US Lacks ‘Effective Tool’ to Stop China’s Tech Theft: Treasury Official
WASHINGTON—The United States lacks an effective tool to adequately combat widespread espionage and intellectual property theft being perpetrated by China’s communist regime, according to a U.S. Treasury Department official. Despite years of competition and ongoing IP theft, the United States has not developed the tools required to target and prevent the continued transfer of sensitive…
Japan, China to Restart Reciprocal Visits of Defense Officers After 4 Years
Japan and China will restart mutual visits by their defense officers in July after a four-year hiatus to establish a mutual understanding amid strained relations, the program’s organizer said on May 30. Japan’s Self-Defense Forces (SDF) will send 10 senior officers to visit China in July, while the People’s Liberation Army (PLA) members will visit…
Senate Banking Committee Hearing on ‘Countering China: Advancing US National Security, Economic Security, and Foreign Policy’
U.S. Senate Banking Committee holds a hearing on ‘Countering China: Advancing U.S. National Security, Economic Security, and Foreign Policy’ at 10:00 a.m. ET on May 31. Elizabeth Rosenberg, Assistant Secretary for Terrorist Financing and Financial Crimes, U.S. Department of the Treasury; Paul M. Rosen, Assistant Secretary for Investment Security, U.S. Department of the Treasury; Thea…
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