Tag: China

  • China’s Turn To Face Transnational Terrorism Now

    China is no longer just warning about terrorism—it’s facing it head-on. Jihadist threats are rising from Syria, Afghanistan, and Pakistan, targeting Chinese nationals, infrastructure, and strategic investments abroad. Attacks by IS-K and Baloch separatists have shaken Beijing, pushing it to expand its security efforts and cooperation globally to protect its interests.

  • The Trade War Is Coming For America’s Movies

    Hollywood is now feeling the heat from the U.S.–China trade fight. China plans to show fewer American movies in its theaters as a response to rising U.S. tariffs. This could hurt big studios like Disney and Warner Bros, not just in ticket sales but also in toys, theme parks, and global deals.

  • How China Is Expanding Its Anti-Satellite Arsenal

    China is rapidly building powerful anti-satellite weapons, including missiles, lasers, and jammers, to disrupt or destroy U.S. satellites. Their growing “kill web” aims to track and target military forces on Earth. Meanwhile, the U.S. Space Force struggles with limited funding to counter this escalating space threat and secure dominance.

  • Why The Indian Ocean Must Anchor India’s Strategy

    India’s Indo-Pacific strategy gets attention, but its real power lies in the Indian Ocean. Strong security, trade, and influence in these waters are key to countering China. Without firm control here, India’s Indo-Pacific goals weaken. A focused Indian Ocean strategy is vital for long-term dominance.

  • Many AI Data Centres China Built Stand Unused

    China’s AI infrastructure boom led to the construction of hundreds of data centers, but now many stand unused due to oversupply, poor planning, and shifting market demands. As the AI landscape evolves, these underutilized centers face financial losses. The government’s continued support reflects the long-term AI ambitions, despite the current struggles.

  • China Has Already Remade The International System

    China’s economic strategy of protectionism, subsidies, and state-driven capitalism has now become the global standard, with the U.S. adopting similar policies under recent administrations. Despite years of pushing China toward liberalization, the U.S. is now following Beijing’s playbook, marking a shift in global economic dynamics. China has reshaped the international system.

  • China Is Practicing ‘Dogfighting’ In Space

    China is practicing “dogfighting in space,” where satellites maneuver in coordinated operations, mimicking tactics used in air combat. The U.S. Space Force has observed these maneuvers and warns of increasing space threats, including anti-satellite weapons and hostile tactics. As adversaries close the capability gap, the U.S. is pushing for stronger space defenses.

  • The ‘Six Tigers’ That Dominate China’s AI Industry

    China’s “Six Tigers” are leading the AI revolution. These top startups—Zhipu AI, Moonshot AI, MiniMax, Baichuan Intelligence, StepFun, and 01.AI—are developing groundbreaking AI models, from chatbots to large language processors, attracting massive investments from tech giants like Alibaba and Tencent. These companies are setting the pace for China’s AI future.

  • Deepseek Became A Fortune Teller For China’s Youth

    In China, DeepSeek, an AI model, has become a digital oracle for young people seeking life advice through BaZi, a traditional fortune-telling method. It offers personalized predictions, helping users navigate uncertainty. However, concerns over the AI’s accuracy and commercial biases are raising caution, despite its growing popularity.

  • The EU Squeezed Between The US And China

    The EU finds itself squeezed between an increasingly assertive China and a US under Trump’s influence. Struggling to protect its defense and economic interests, Europe faces internal divisions, trade tensions, and a potential trade war with the US while trying to strengthen its strategic autonomy in a shifting global order.