Tag: China in Focus

India’s Dependence on Chinese Drug Materials

Most pharmaceutical supply chains now trace back to China, with its near-monopoly on drug making. But one country is set on fixing the problem, and the United States is poised to benefit. The U.N. high commissioner’s visit to China has come to a close. It drew criticism from human rights groups, who say the organization’s…


‘These Counterfeit Pills Are Very Well Done’: Victor Avila on China’s Role in US Overdose Deaths

In this special episode, we sat down with Victor Avila, former ICE special agent and author of “Agent Under Fire.” He talks about China’s role in getting illicit drugs like fentanyl over the border and into the United States, how widespread trafficking is in the country, and much more. Avila said, “China has a major role in…


Escalating Student Protest Trend in China

On top of uproar in Beijing and Shanghai, students in another major city protested against strict COVID-19 rules, as a sensitive anniversary is around the corner. Some Chinese banks are having a hard time processing withdrawals. The issue first appeared in rural community banks but has now extended to a major bank in the country’s…


How China’s Push for AI Weapons Threatens the World

Killer robots: the stuff of science fiction. But it’s becoming all too real. There’s a race for artificial intelligence and unmanned weapons that could change the face of warfare. In this special report, we look at how the Chinese regime is harnessing its vast reaches of data and turning it into a weapon, where that…


1M Chinese Customers Unable to Access Bank Deposits

China’s ongoing lockdowns are driving foreign companies away—including Apple. Now the company is turning to nearby neighbors. Vacation rental company Airbnb is saying goodbye to the Chinese market after a several-year revenue struggle under China’s lockdown policies. Though multinational companies are planning to step back from China, some voices still say it won’t be easy…


Chinese-Made Subway Cars Fail in Massachusetts

Has the U.S. policy of “strategic ambiguity” toward Taiwan changed? President Joe Biden says no, just one day after he suggested the end of that position. But what are experts saying? Four leading Indo-Pacific nations vow to stand together to keep the region free and open. They say they’re keeping an eye on China. Subway…


Biden Commits to Defending Taiwan From China

President Joe Biden reiterated the country’s commitment to Taiwan: defending the island amid attack from China. But are there any changes in U.S. strategy? A new economic strategy for allies in and around Asia is being formed under U.S. leadership. But is China invited? Is Taiwan invited? And what is the most difficult part in…


‘The Most Important Ethical Issue Right Now Is Keeping China’s Hands Off of Our Data’: Arthur Herman

In this special episode, we sat down with Arthur Herman, senior fellow at the Hudson Institute and director of the Quantum Alliance Initiative, as well as Rick Fisher, senior fellow at the International Assessment and Strategy Center. They talk about China’s push to use artificial intelligence to develop unmanned weapons, how this could change warfare,…


Biden in Asia: New Friends, Old Tensions

President Joe Biden touched down in South Korea Friday, marking his first trip to Asia as president. On his to-do list is strengthening alliances and countering China. Canada bans gear from Huawei and ZTE. Officials say the two Chinese telecom giants pose a threat to Canada’s national security. At the same time, Beijing lifts a…


China’s Bid to Topple the US Without Fighting

A war without bullets. The Chinese regime has a strategy to win without fighting, to destroy a country from within. In this special report, we look at how the Chinese regime uses unrestricted warfare, how that’s playing out in America, and how lives are already being impacted. And joining us to help shed light on…