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China in Focus Full Broadcast (May 16)
More anti-Israel demonstrations take place at a California university. But is the Chinese Communist Party (CCP) lurking in the shadows? A new report sheds light on the CCP’s role in the unrest. Leveling the playing field with Beijing, the Biden administration is imposing tariffs on certain kinds of solar panels imported from China. A House […]
Putin’s Fast-Tracked China Visit Concerning ‘For the World’: CEO, Center for Security Policy
Ukrainian forces are pulling back after a surprise attack by Russia last week as Russian President Vladimir Putin heads to China to meet Chinese regime leader Xi Jinping in an effort to strengthen ties—just days after his inauguration. NTD’s Chris Beers spoke with Tommy Waller, president and CEO at the Center for Security Policy, to […]
Biden Raises Solar Import Tariffs, Targeting CCP’s ‘Unfair Trade Practices’
As the Biden administration rolled out new sanctions against China’s communist regime for what it calls “unfair trade practices,” protections were also announced specifically for America’s growing solar industry. Those protections, announced on May 15, come as President Biden looks to promote his “Investing in America” agenda, continue the clean energy transition in the United […]
Russia, China Reaffirm ‘No Limit’ Partnership During Putin’s Visit to Beijing
Russian President Vladimir Putin met with Chinese communist leader Xi Jinping on May 16, reaffirming their “no limit” partnership amid increasing pressure from the United States and European Union. Mr. Putin arrived in Beijing on the morning of May 16, beginning a two-day state visit at the invitation of the Chinese Communist Party (CCP) leader. […]
House Homeland Committee’s Hearing on ‘The Unprecedented Surge in Chinese Illegal Immigration’
The House Homeland Security Committee Subcommittee on Oversight, Investigations, and Accountability holds a hearing on “Security Risk: The Unprecedented Surge in Chinese Illegal Immigration” at 2:00 p.m. ET on May 16. Simon Hankinson Senior Research Fellow, Border Security and Immigration Center, The Heritage Foundation Todd Bensman National Security Fellow, Center for Immigration Studies Craig Singleton […]
Sen. Cruz Calls for DOJ, FBI to Investigate Whether Foreign Adversaries Are Behind Gaza War Protests in US
Sen. Ted Cruz (R-Texas) has called for U.S. federal authorities to investigate whether foreign actors are promoting contentions within the United States, including recent protests over the war in Gaza taking place on U.S. college campuses and other venues around the country. During a Wednesday, May 15 episode of his personal podcast “The Verdict,” Mr. […]
New Report Links Chinese Communist Party to Anti-Israel Protests in the US
A new report links the Chinese Communist Party to the anti-Israel protests that have been taking place across the United States since the Oct. 7 Hamas terrorist attacks. The findings were published by the Network Contagion Research Institute. The report analyses the activities and foreign relationships of the “Shut It Down for Palestine” movement.
Members of Tianguo Marching Band Express Joy at World Falun Dafa Day Parade
Thousands of Falun Dafa practitioners in bright yellow and blue jackets gathered for a parade in the heart of Manhattan on May 10 in celebration of World Falun Dafa Day. Falun Dafa is a traditional Chinese spiritual practice based on the principles of truthfulness, compassion, and forbearance. Leading the parade was the Tianguo Marching Band, […]
Senate Foreign Relations Committee Hearing on Addressing 21st Century Challenges
The Senate Foreign Relations Committee holds a hearing on “Modernization And Management: Building A Department To Address 21st Century Challenges” at 10:30 a.m. ET on May 16. Witness: Richard R. Verma Deputy secretary of State, Management and Resources U.S. Department of State
Putin Backs China’s Peace Plan for Ukraine
Russian President Vladimir Putin told Chinese state media on the eve of his visit to China that he backs the Chinese regime’s plan for a peaceful solution with Ukraine after war has raged for more than two years. Mr. Putin is visiting China this Thursday and Friday.
Putin Visits China Amid CCP Transnational Repression
Russian President Vladimir Putin began his two-day state visit to China on May 16. Days before Mr. Putin’s visit, authorities in Russia detained several practitioners of Falun Gong, a meditation practice that’s been severely persecuted in China.
Communist China Benefits When US Distracted by Chaos: Security Policy Expert
The White House said it is unacceptable that Chinese companies are helping Russia wage its war against Ukraine. Retired Col. Grant Newsham, a senior fellow at the Center for Security Policy, tells NTD that communist China benefits when the United States is distracted by chaos at home and wars abroad.
Huawei Revamps Stores, Signals Showdown With Apple
Chinese smartphone maker Huawei is revamping its retail strategy by aggressively opening flagship stores in China. Some of the Huawei stores are just a stone’s throw away from Apple stores and aim to outdo its rival with unusual features, including a gym.
House Oversight Committee Hearing on ‘CCP’s Ongoing Infiltration of US Military Installations’
The House Oversight Committee National Security, the Border, and Foreign Affairs Subcommittee holds a hearing on “Intruder Alert: Assessing the CCP’s Ongoing Infiltration of U.S. Military Installations” at 9:00 a.m. ET on May 16. Witnesses: John Dixson Director for Defense Intelligence Office of the Undersecretary of Defense for Intelligence and Security U.S. Department of Defense […]
House CCP Committee Hearing on ‘The CCP’s Global Development Offensive’
The House Select Committee on the Chinese Communist Party (CCP) holds a hearing on “All Roads Lead to Beijing? The CCP’s Global Development Offensive” at 9:30 a.m. ET on May 16. Witnesses: Mr. David Trulio, president & chief executive officer, Ronald Reagan Presidential Foundation and Institute Mr. Daniel Runde, senior vice president, Center for Strategic […]
House Committee Advances Bill to Restrict Chinese Biotech Firms’ Access to US Market
The House has advanced a bipartisan bill aimed at preventing U.S. taxpayer dollars from flowing to Chinese biotechnology firms that pose a national security threat. The BIOSECURE Act (H.R. 8333) was approved by the House Oversight Committee on May 15 by a 40-to-1 vote. The bill would ban federal agencies from contracting any Chinese “biotechnology […]
China in Focus Full Broadcast (May 15)
U.S.–China decoupling appears to be speeding up on the biotech front. A new bill is moving one step forward in the House. How does Beijing’s ambition to collect American DNA play in? TikTok users are filing a First Amendment suit against the U.S. government over a law that could ban the popular platform. YouTube is […]