Category: China in Focus

Outrage in Muslim Region After Mosque Demolition

Conflict is breaking out in Southwestern China. Chinese authorities’ attempt to demolish the roof of a mosque sparked the clash, with Chinese Muslims facing off against police officers, and crowds throwing stones at authorities. Topics in this episode: Outrage in Muslim Region After Mosque Demolition Two CCP Agents Face IRS-Related Bribery Charges China Leading Investment in…


Moderna Sets Up Shop in China Amid Fears of a 65 Million Per Week Infection Wave

Moderna is setting up shop in China as fears of another COVID-19 wave in the country rise. The vaccine maker says it has registered in China. So far, the country has only vaccinated its population with domestic vaccines. Stocks shot up at the news. This comes amid warnings from China’s top health adviser that China…


Chinese Malware Hits Guam, Aiming for Taiwan?

Critical U.S. infrastructure has been infiltrated, all fingers pointing to state-sponsored Chinese hackers. Microsoft warns the attack singled out the U.S. island territory of Guam, raising national security concerns. But was Taiwan the intended target? Guam is the centerpiece of any U.S. military response to a Taiwan invasion. And it goes further: The United States…


UC Berkeley Failed to Report Millions From China: Report

A new report is alleging the University of California–Berkeley failed to disclose millions in undisclosed Chinese funds. Those funds are tied to a renowned university in Beijing, known as “China’s MIT.” While debate continues over whether the money totaled tens or hundreds of millions, the university has a different take, while at the same time…


Energy Department Rescinds $200 Million Grant for Microvast

The Energy Department is pulling a $200 million grant from battery company Microvast—an action one lawmaker is calling “a win for U.S. taxpayers.” The company was found to have close links to Beijing and admitted that China influences its business. The grant project aims to foster battery-making here in the United States. Topics in this episode:…


US Chipmaker Micron Banned in China

Are tensions between the United States and China still on a downward spiral? Another company is getting caught in the crossfire, restricted over so-called national security concerns—but this time, it’s American, and Beijing’s Communist Party is doing the banning. Top chip maker Micron is now no longer allowed to sell semiconductors for use in Chinese…


G-7 Summit: ‘Constructive Relations’ With China

Seven leaders from some of the globe’s most powerful nations met in Japan on Friday, seeking to reduce dependence on China while maintaining ties with the world’s second-largest economy. Many also are urging Beijing to use its influence for good, to bring the Russia-Ukraine conflict to a close. Topics in this episode: G7 Summit: ‘Constructive…


Wuhan Virus Institute Cut From US Taxpayer Funds

No more taxpayer funds for Wuhan’s infamous lab. That seems to be the message after the National Institute of Health (NIH) quietly removed the lab from its list of foreign research facilities that qualify for support. The Wuhan Virology Institute is among the suspected sources of COVID-19. The United States has sent grants to the…


Apple Engineer Charged Over Alleged Data Theft

Apple’s source code and materials used in ballistic missiles—these secrets could soon fall into Beijing’s hands. The Justice Department announced criminal cases against individuals allegedly moving U.S. tech secrets to foreign adversaries like China. Those facing charges were found living in California and hiding out in China. Will the recent slew of criminal charges stem…


‘Made in USA’: Treasury Details Solar Panel Tax Credits

Made in China, but qualify for U.S. tax breaks? The Treasury Department’s guidelines on solar panels are raising eyebrows in some sectors. The Treasury says the panels only need to be assembled stateside to make the cut, even if the parts are made elsewhere. Investors are rallying behind the news, but critics warn it will…