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China is home to over one billion internet users, and about half are consumers of internet literature. While the industry started as a group of hobby writers, it's now a multimillion dollar industry that has spawned adaptations to TV shows, films, and games. One of the most successful genres has become a phenomenon in and of itself. It's called "alt-history" fiction, which typically follows a contemporary man traveling back in time to save ancient China from a crisis. Brooke sits down with Rongbin Han, a Chinese cyberpolitics expert at the University of Georgia, about why this particular genre of web novel has grabbed so many readers' attention, what it can teach us about how Chinese people are imagining China's rise on a global stage, and how it's an illustration of a state and its people co-producing, or negotiating, a shared vision of an ideal, powerful China.     On the Media is supported by listeners like you. Support OTM by donating today (https://pledge.wnyc.org/support/otm). Follow our show on Instagram, Bluesky, TikTok and Facebook @onthemedia, and share your thoughts with us by emailing onthemedia@wnyc.org. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Andrew Bayliss critiques the modern application of the "Thucydides Trap" to US-China relations, arguing that the original Peloponnesian War was not inevitable. He suggests the conflict was precipitated by specific provocations and accidental circumstances, drawing parallels to the circumstantial outbreak of the First World War.1896 ATHENS DIONYSIUS THEATER

Summits between US and Chinese leaders are important events. They provide opportunities to discuss sensitive issues, manage friction, and to identify ways to solve problems and promote cooperation where possible. A great deal of preparation usually goes into a US-China summit, involving hundreds of phone calls, virtual, and in-person meetings between US and Chinese officials.   The May 14-15 summit in Beijing was atypical, perhaps not surprisingly since Donald Trump is a very atypical president. Today we are going to talk about the summit – the process and well as the outcomes and the implications for the US-China relationship and American interests.  Joining us today to talk about these issues is Sarah Beran. Sarah Beran was senior director for China and Taiwan affairs in the National Security Council during the Biden administration from 2022 to 2024. She was subsequently deputy chief of mission at the US Embassy in Beijing. At the NSC, she led strategic preparations for multiple summits between President Joe Biden and Xi Jinping. After her 23 years in government service, Sarah joined Macro Advisory Partners.   Timestamps:   [00:00] Introduction   [01:45] Differences in Preparing for the Summit   [03:33] What Was Missing from Trump's Itinerary   [08:18] US and Chinese Objectives for the Summit   [12:30] Constructive Strategic Stability as a Framework   [18:09] Iran, North Korea, and Denuclearization in Chinese Policy [23:55] Tension over Taiwan Language   [29:15] Potential Reactions to Trump Calling President Lai   [30:12] Future of US-China Relations and Ally Reactions 

John Simpson, in discussion with the BBC's unparalleled range of experts across the world, analyses whether there has been a significant shift in the relationship between the United States and China, examines the long-term political turmoil in the United Kingdom, and looks at the psychological impact of artificial intelligence.Producer: Kate Cornell Executive producer: Benedick Watt Commissioning editors: Silvia Costeloe and Paul Royall

Dr Olivia Cheung and Lyle Morris join Philip Shetler-Jones to assess President Trump's Beijing visit and the future of US-China relations. President Trump's visit to Beijing comes at a pivotal moment in US-China relations, with strategic rivalry, economic tensions, and regional security concerns continuing to shape the world's most consequential bilateral relationship. In this episode of Global Security Briefing, Philip Shetler-Jones is joined by Dr Olivia Cheung, Lecturer in Politics, King's College London and Lyle Morris, Senior Fellow on Foreign Policy and National Security at Asia Society Policy Institute's Center for China Analysis, to examine the significance of the visit, what each side hoped to achieve, and what the meetings reveal about the future trajectory of relations between Washington and Beijing. This episode explores: - The historical and geopolitical context behind President Trump's visit to China. - China's priorities and how Xi Jinping may be approaching relations with the United States. - What each side achieved politically, economically and strategically during the visit. - The implications for Taiwan and US allies in the Indo-Pacific region. - What the meetings reveal about the future direction of US-China relations. - Wider implications for global security, international order, and partners such as the United Kingdom.

Trump and the CEOs go to China NVIDIA CEO joins Trump in China despite 'awkward' politics US clears H200 chip sales to 10 China firms as Nvidia CEO looks for breakthrough Empty Waymos invade Atlanta neighborhood, circle cul-de-sac for hours with no passengers The Class of 2026 is cooked Chinese AI groups pull ahead of US rivals in video generation race Google Weighs Using SpaceX to Launch Orbital Data Centers What smart people are saying about OpenAI's new $10 billion company to help businesses deploy AI Bitcoin trader recovers $400,000 using Claude AI after getting 'stoned' and losing wallet password 11 years ago — bot tried 3.5 trillion passwords before decrypting an old wallet backup Your Mattress Got Worse on Purpose Host: Leo Laporte Guests: Harper Reed and Amy Webb Download or subscribe to This Week in Tech at https://twit.tv/shows/this-week-in-tech Join Club TWiT for Ad-Free Podcasts! Support what you love and get ad-free audio and video feeds, a members-only Discord, and exclusive content. Join today: https://twit.tv/clubtwit Sponsors: threatlocker.com/twit scribe.how/twit shopify.com/twit box.com/AI NetSuite.com/TWIT

The Iran crisis is in its 80th day. Right now, roughly 1,500 vessels laden with oil, natural gas, fertilizers, and oil products sit trapped in the Persian Gulf by a dual US-Iranian blockade. One thing is certain: prolonging this standoff for another 80 days risks triggering profound global economic consequences. Global oil inventories are depleting fast and are projected to hit critical levels by the end of June.  For the Trump administration—caught between accepting Iranian power over the Strait of Hormuz or risking a major military escalation—the path of least resistance may be to keep maintaining a naval blockade of Iranian oil sales to China. The stakes escalated further this month when Washington sanctioned Hengli Petrochemical—China's second-largest independent refiner—prompting Beijing to retaliate with unprecedented blocking rules against US sanctions. How will this high-stakes standoff play out in the coming weeks? And how will the worsening US-China rivalry reshape the Middle East conflict? Today, host Daniel Sternoff sits down with Cory Combs, Head of Supply Chain and Critical Minerals Research at Trivium China. Cory leads Trivium's cross-cutting research on climate, energy, and industrial policy, advising both governments and multinational corporations. He joins us to break down the volatile triangular relationship between Washington, Beijing, and Tehran, and what it means for global energy security and the Strait of Hormuz.  Credits: Hosted by Daniel Sternoff. Produced by Mary Catherine O'Connor, Caroline Pitman, and Kyu Lee. Engineering by Gregory Vilfranc.  

Trump and the CEOs go to China NVIDIA CEO joins Trump in China despite 'awkward' politics US clears H200 chip sales to 10 China firms as Nvidia CEO looks for breakthrough Empty Waymos invade Atlanta neighborhood, circle cul-de-sac for hours with no passengers The Class of 2026 is cooked Chinese AI groups pull ahead of US rivals in video generation race Google Weighs Using SpaceX to Launch Orbital Data Centers What smart people are saying about OpenAI's new $10 billion company to help businesses deploy AI Bitcoin trader recovers $400,000 using Claude AI after getting 'stoned' and losing wallet password 11 years ago — bot tried 3.5 trillion passwords before decrypting an old wallet backup Your Mattress Got Worse on Purpose Host: Leo Laporte Guests: Harper Reed and Amy Webb Download or subscribe to This Week in Tech at https://twit.tv/shows/this-week-in-tech Join Club TWiT for Ad-Free Podcasts! Support what you love and get ad-free audio and video feeds, a members-only Discord, and exclusive content. Join today: https://twit.tv/clubtwit Sponsors: threatlocker.com/twit scribe.how/twit shopify.com/twit box.com/AI NetSuite.com/TWIT

Is the era of American tech dominance ending? Get an inside look at how China's pragmatic approach to AI, robotics, and hardware is shifting the global balance, and why the US might need a new playbook to keep up. Trump and the CEOs go to China NVIDIA CEO joins Trump in China despite 'awkward' politics US clears H200 chip sales to 10 China firms as Nvidia CEO looks for breakthrough Empty Waymos invade Atlanta neighborhood, circle cul-de-sac for hours with no passengers The Class of 2026 is cooked Chinese AI groups pull ahead of US rivals in video generation race Google Weighs Using SpaceX to Launch Orbital Data Centers What smart people are saying about OpenAI's new $10 billion company to help businesses deploy AI Bitcoin trader recovers $400,000 using Claude AI after getting 'stoned' and losing wallet password 11 years ago — bot tried 3.5 trillion passwords before decrypting an old wallet backup Your Mattress Got Worse on Purpose Host: Leo Laporte Guests: Harper Reed and Amy Webb Download or subscribe to This Week in Tech at https://twit.tv/shows/this-week-in-tech Join Club TWiT for Ad-Free Podcasts! Support what you love and get ad-free audio and video feeds, a members-only Discord, and exclusive content. Join today: https://twit.tv/clubtwit Sponsors: threatlocker.com/twit scribe.how/twit shopify.com/twit box.com/AI NetSuite.com/TWIT

Is the era of American tech dominance ending? Get an inside look at how China's pragmatic approach to AI, robotics, and hardware is shifting the global balance, and why the US might need a new playbook to keep up. Trump and the CEOs go to China NVIDIA CEO joins Trump in China despite 'awkward' politics US clears H200 chip sales to 10 China firms as Nvidia CEO looks for breakthrough Empty Waymos invade Atlanta neighborhood, circle cul-de-sac for hours with no passengers The Class of 2026 is cooked Chinese AI groups pull ahead of US rivals in video generation race Google Weighs Using SpaceX to Launch Orbital Data Centers What smart people are saying about OpenAI's new $10 billion company to help businesses deploy AI Bitcoin trader recovers $400,000 using Claude AI after getting 'stoned' and losing wallet password 11 years ago — bot tried 3.5 trillion passwords before decrypting an old wallet backup Your Mattress Got Worse on Purpose Host: Leo Laporte Guests: Harper Reed and Amy Webb Download or subscribe to This Week in Tech at https://twit.tv/shows/this-week-in-tech Join Club TWiT for Ad-Free Podcasts! Support what you love and get ad-free audio and video feeds, a members-only Discord, and exclusive content. Join today: https://twit.tv/clubtwit Sponsors: threatlocker.com/twit scribe.how/twit shopify.com/twit box.com/AI NetSuite.com/TWIT

Is the era of American tech dominance ending? Get an inside look at how China's pragmatic approach to AI, robotics, and hardware is shifting the global balance, and why the US might need a new playbook to keep up. Trump and the CEOs go to China NVIDIA CEO joins Trump in China despite 'awkward' politics US clears H200 chip sales to 10 China firms as Nvidia CEO looks for breakthrough Empty Waymos invade Atlanta neighborhood, circle cul-de-sac for hours with no passengers The Class of 2026 is cooked Chinese AI groups pull ahead of US rivals in video generation race Google Weighs Using SpaceX to Launch Orbital Data Centers What smart people are saying about OpenAI's new $10 billion company to help businesses deploy AI Bitcoin trader recovers $400,000 using Claude AI after getting 'stoned' and losing wallet password 11 years ago — bot tried 3.5 trillion passwords before decrypting an old wallet backup Your Mattress Got Worse on Purpose Host: Leo Laporte Guests: Harper Reed and Amy Webb Download or subscribe to This Week in Tech at https://twit.tv/shows/this-week-in-tech Join Club TWiT for Ad-Free Podcasts! Support what you love and get ad-free audio and video feeds, a members-only Discord, and exclusive content. Join today: https://twit.tv/clubtwit Sponsors: threatlocker.com/twit scribe.how/twit shopify.com/twit box.com/AI NetSuite.com/TWIT

Is the era of American tech dominance ending? Get an inside look at how China's pragmatic approach to AI, robotics, and hardware is shifting the global balance, and why the US might need a new playbook to keep up. Trump and the CEOs go to China NVIDIA CEO joins Trump in China despite 'awkward' politics US clears H200 chip sales to 10 China firms as Nvidia CEO looks for breakthrough Empty Waymos invade Atlanta neighborhood, circle cul-de-sac for hours with no passengers The Class of 2026 is cooked Chinese AI groups pull ahead of US rivals in video generation race Google Weighs Using SpaceX to Launch Orbital Data Centers What smart people are saying about OpenAI's new $10 billion company to help businesses deploy AI Bitcoin trader recovers $400,000 using Claude AI after getting 'stoned' and losing wallet password 11 years ago — bot tried 3.5 trillion passwords before decrypting an old wallet backup Your Mattress Got Worse on Purpose Host: Leo Laporte Guests: Harper Reed and Amy Webb Download or subscribe to This Week in Tech at https://twit.tv/shows/this-week-in-tech Join Club TWiT for Ad-Free Podcasts! Support what you love and get ad-free audio and video feeds, a members-only Discord, and exclusive content. Join today: https://twit.tv/clubtwit Sponsors: threatlocker.com/twit scribe.how/twit shopify.com/twit box.com/AI NetSuite.com/TWIT

Xi hails US-China relations as world's most consequential, but warns Trump on Taiwan. World Cup Half-Time show announced. Utah woman who wrote book on grief gets life without parole for killing husband. Zach Abraham, Bulwark Capital, talks market trends. Political generational divide. 

Today, we'll talk about a Chinese stone tablet that informs readers about early US-China connections, revealing the mutual respect and admiration that bridged oceans long before the days of official diplomacy.

AP correspondent Charles de Ledesma reports the U.S.-China summit is over and differences remain.

Key Topics   The symbolism and outcomes of President Trump's meeting with President Xi in Beijing Russia's economic and military challenges amid the ongoing conflict in Ukraine The strategic stalemate in the Persian Gulf and its global implications The evolving U.S.-China relationship and its impact on global geopolitics Iran's nuclear ambitions and the potential for diplomatic resolutions The role of symbolism in international diplomacy The impact of U.S. domestic politics on foreign policy Europe's response to shifting global power dynamics Links Yannis Palaiologos -  insidestory.gr Carla Robbins -  cfr.org/experts/carla-anne-robbins Jamil Anderlini -  politico.eu/staff/jamil-anderlini Belfer Center for Science and International Affairs —  belfercenter.org World Review with Ivo Daalder —  belfercenter.org/world-review-ivo-daalder

US President Donald Trump has arrived in Beijing for high-stakes trade talks with his Chinese counterpart Xi Jinping. Plus, police allegations against Reza Adib are revealed and Anthony Albanese explains away his government’s tax changes. Read more: Donald Trump meets Xi Jinping: US President’s high-stakes China talks Surgeon Reza Adib faces court over rape allegations at Gold Coast apartment PM denies junked election pledges were just 'political lines' Coles misled shoppers with ‘Down Down’ discounts, Federal Court findsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Trump has arrived in Beijing for pivotal talks with Xi Jinping as the US and China confront rising tensions over trade, AI dominance, Taiwan, and the Iran crisis. Professor David Monyae joins Africa Melane to unpack whether this summit signals a reset in superpower relations or a deepening global rivalry. Early Breakfast with Africa Melane is 702’s and CapeTalk’s early morning talk show. Experienced broadcaster Africa Melane brings you the early morning news, sports, business, and interviews politicians and analysts to help make sense of the world. He also enjoys chatting to guests in the lifestyle sphere and the Arts. All the interviews are podcasted for you to catch-up and listen. Thank you for listening to this podcast from Early Breakfast with Africa Melane For more about the show click https://buff.ly/XHry7eQ and find all the catch-up podcasts here https://buff.ly/XJ10LBU Listen live on weekdays between 04:00 and 06:00 (SA Time) to the Early Breakfast with Africa Melane broadcast on 702 https://buff.ly/gk3y0Kj and CapeTalk https://buff.ly/NnFM3N Subscribe to the 702 and CapeTalk daily and weekly newsletters https://buff.ly/v5mfetc Follow us on social media: 702 on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TalkRadio702 702 on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@talkradio702 702 on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/talkradio702/ 702 on X: https://x.com/Radio702 702 on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@radio702 CapeTalk on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CapeTalk CapeTalk on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@capetalk CapeTalk on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ CapeTalk on X: https://x.com/CapeTalk CapeTalk on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@CapeTalk567 See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Julian Gewirtz, former Biden administration China official, now at Columbia, joins me to chat about the Xi-Trump visit and all things US-China. Matt Sheehan, senior fellow at the Carnegie Endowment for International Peace, drops by to give his takes on the AI angle.We cover: What to expect (and not expect) from the Trump-Xi “stalemate summit” Historical echoes from the 1793 Macartney mission and the 1972 Nixon-Kissinger opening — summit optics, status games, and the choreography of power. Taiwan — arms sales, declaratory language, and Beijing's long game on Taiwanese morale and politics. The good and bad case for China in the Iran conflict, and how Chinese officials may be reading America's military commitments, political cohesion, and staying power. US-China AI safety conversation after Mythos, China's approach to frontier AI risks, and the control, harness, govern playbook for emerging technologies. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Today on AmperWave Daily, the political and global chessboard shifts as Secretary Marco Rubio joins President Trump's high-stakes China summit—despite prior CCP sanctions against him. With Elon Musk, top trade officials, and major corporate leaders in tow, the move is being hailed by supporters as historic diplomacy—and slammed by critics as a dangerous reset of U.S.–China relations. Meanwhile, growing fears over trade, national security, Iran-linked tensions, and global influence wars are fueling one of the most controversial foreign policy moments of the year.

Julian Gewirtz, former Biden administration China official, now at Columbia, joins me to chat about the Xi-Trump visit and all things US-China. Matt Sheehan, senior fellow at the Carnegie Endowment for International Peace, drops by to give his takes on the AI angle.We cover: What to expect (and not expect) from the Trump-Xi “stalemate summit” Historical echoes from the 1793 Macartney mission and the 1972 Nixon-Kissinger opening — summit optics, status games, and the choreography of power. Taiwan — arms sales, declaratory language, and Beijing's long game on Taiwanese morale and politics. The good and bad case for China in the Iran conflict, and how Chinese officials may be reading America's military commitments, political cohesion, and staying power. US-China AI safety conversation after Mythos, China's approach to frontier AI risks, and the control, harness, govern playbook for emerging technologies. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

It is with great pleasure that I have invited Pascale Massot back into the Virtual Studio for this episode of the ‘Now' Series. This is Episode 2 of Season 4. With Pascale today I am particularly interested in how she sees the recent ‘Middle Power' actions of Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney and how the Carney government is dealing with Trump trade and foreign policy actions. I was also very interested in Pascale's view of China's foreign policy actions, after a visit to China. I was keen to explore the state of US-China relations as the Trump-Xi Summit approaches. Pascale is an Associate Professor in the School of Political Studies at the University of Ottawa, a non-resident Honorary Fellow, Political Economy at the Asia Society Policy Institute's Center for China Analysis in New York, and a Senior Fellow at the Asia Pacific Foundation of Canada in Vancouver. Pascale is the author of China's Vulnerability Paradox: How the World's Largest Consumer Transformed Global Commodity Markets, Oxford University Press, 2024. Her research interests include the global political economy of China's rise, China's impact on global extractive commodity markets—including debates around de-risking, critical minerals and economic security, Canada-China relations, and the advent of Indo-Pacific strategies around the world.

Donald Trump's on his way to Beijing for the first visit by a US President to China in almost a decade. It will include a face-to-face meeting with Chinese President Xi Jinping. The US President's travelling with the bosses of Boeing and Apple, and Tesla's Elon Musk. US Correspondent Richard Arnold told Mike Hosking Trump will be trying to convince China to put more pressure on Iran to open the Strait of Hormuz. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Roll out the red carpet and polish the golden chopsticks - Donald Trump is heading to Beijing. Beneath the glitz, there’s serious tension in this relationship, as China backs Iran, defies US sanctions and even stops its citizens reading books by or about The Donald. Our correspondent Yoni Bashan is here. Read more about this story at theaustralian.com.au and see the video by subscribing to our YouTube channel. As Donald Trump prepares to meet Chinese President Xi Jinping, his political writings remain absent from China’s bookshelves Commentary by Paul Kelly: Xi Jinping and Donald Trump have remade the world - can Australia keep up? Minister orders investigation as three workers stood down in Kumanjayi Little Baby case Vacant Ley or valiantly: Libs still headed for defeat in Farrer by-election This episode of The Front is presented by Claire Harvey, produced by Kristen Amiet and edited by Tiffany Dimmack. Our team includes Lia Tsamoglou, Joshua Burton and Jasper Leak, who also composed our music. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In the 1950s, Mao Zedong described the relationship between China and North Korea as “as close as lips and teeth.” Over subsequent decades, the relationship has ebbed and flowed, alternating between close alignment and periods of strain. In recent months, China-NK ties appear to be warming once again. A series of high-level exchanges, including Kim Jong Un's attendance at China's Victory Day parade last September, followed by a trip to North Korea by Chinese Premier Li Qiang the following month, suggest renewed diplomatic momentum. Chinese Foreign Affairs Commission Director and Foreign Minister Wang Yi's visit to Pyongyang in mid-April is the latest sign of this trend. What is driving this renewed rapprochement between China and North Korea, and what are the implications for the United States? To explore these questions, we are joined today by Andrew Scobell. Andrew is a Distinguished Fellow at the Institute for Security and Development Policy's Asia Program and an adjunct professor at Georgetown University. His work focuses on Chinese foreign and security policy, and he has published extensively on China-North Korea relations. Timestamps: [00:00] Introduction  [01:38] China's Interests on the Korean Peninsula [04:41] A Cooling of Pyongyang-Beijing Relations? [07:48] How Beijing Views Russia-North Korea Ties  [11:26] What's Driving Chinese Interest in North Korea [14:57] Assessing Wang Yi's Visit to Pyongyang  [18:20] Shifting Stances on Denuclearization [22:09] Implications for the United States [25:48] US-China Shared Interests on the Korean Peninsula

Dr. Stephanie J. Wong and Zhengyu "Z" Huang discuss his new book, "Rethinking China: Challenging Our Economic Assumptions and Opportunities for Lasting Prosperity." Zheng explained that the book was inspired by a desire to address misconceptions about China's economy and explore opportunities for mutual prosperity. He assumed the role of president of the Committee of 100, a non-profit organization founded over 30 years ago by I.M. Pei to promote Chinese-American inclusion in America and enhance U.S.-China relations, working with White House administrations during the COVID-19 pandemic to advocate for safeguarding national security while protecting civil liberties, particularly in response to rising anti-Asian hate and violence.  Interview highlights: How stereotypes and data based on assumptions can impact domestic and foreign policy Contributions of Chinese Americans that have positively shaped American society Chinese American History Research Project in the context of US history Need for community engagement and informed discussion about ways to improve national security and US-China relations. This episode was not filmed on government time and is based on personal opinions.  ============================================================================== Zhengyu "Z" Huang's bio: Zhengyu "Z" Huang is the former President of the Committee of 100, a nonprofit of prominent Chinese Americans dedicated to advancing constructive US-China relations and promoting Chinese American inclusion. Born in Shanghai and raised in Los Angeles, Huang holds degrees in Industrial Engineering, Economics, and Computer Science from Stanford and an MBA from Harvard. He began his career at Intel, where he led negotiations with the Chinese government on IP and 4G partnerships. He later served as a White House Fellow under President Obama, founded a financial technology firm in Shanghai, and now leads an education-focused investment firm investing in America. A bestselling author of four books, Huang's talks have reached over 50 million people, and his work has been featured in major outlets including CNBC, CNN, and USA Today. He has lived in five countries, traveled to over 90, and remains an avid (if not expert) enthusiast of fifteen sports. ================================================================================== Share, like, and subscribe! For more mental health, entrepreneurship, and entertainment content, Subscribe to our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCiaS5_HScsbFOJE5lYrEsxw Follow us: https://www.instagram.com/color_of_success/ https://www.facebook.com/colorofsuccess To purchase Dr. Wong's book: Cancel the Filter: Realities of a Psychologist, Podcaster, and Mother of Color  

China's influence operations are no longer limited to Washington — they are increasingly playing out at the state and local level across the United States. In this episode of the China Desk Podcast, host Steve Yates is joined by Ambassador Joseph Cella, founder and president of the Secure Our States Coalition and former U.S. Ambassador to Fiji, for a wide-ranging discussion on how the Chinese Communist Party is targeting American communities, industries, and institutions from the ground up. Cella explains how his work in Michigan — particularly efforts to push back against CCP-linked projects — led to the creation of the Secure Our States Coalition, a citizen-led initiative focused on identifying, exposing, and countering Chinese influence at the state level. He argues that while federal awareness of the China threat has grown, major gaps still exist in public awareness, policy coordination, and local-level response. The conversation walks through how CCP-linked entities engage in the United States, often through seemingly legitimate economic activity that carries deeper national security implications. From foreign direct investment and tax incentives to academic partnerships and infrastructure projects, Cella outlines how these efforts exploit America's open system. The discussion also explores: • How CCP influence operations target state and local governments • The role of economic incentives, tax credits, and partnerships in expanding influence • Risks tied to EV manufacturing, battery plants, and supply chains • Concerns around land purchases near military installations and critical infrastructure • The use of academic institutions and research partnerships to gain access • Why data centers, drones, and technology supply chains present emerging risks • The importance of state-level legislation and grassroots awareness • How citizen-led efforts can close information, security, and policy gaps Cella also highlights how political awareness is beginning to catch up, with growing bipartisan attention at the state level and increasing scrutiny of CCP-linked investments. However, he warns that the United States is still playing catch-up after years of underestimating the scope of the threat. This is a comprehensive look at how geopolitical competition with China is unfolding inside the United States — and why state and local action may be just as critical as federal policy in addressing it. 00:00 — Introduction and Ambassador Joseph Cella joins the podcast 00:33 — Background and previous China Desk appearances 02:16 — Origin of the Secure Our States Coalition 05:06 — Why the coalition is focused on all 50 states 07:01 — The “China problem” and lack of public awareness 10:11 — Common CCP tactics: investment, influence, and partnerships 12:16 — Exploiting America's open system and economic incentives 14:08 — Academic partnerships and national security concerns 15:49 — “China First” thinking and economic trade-offs 18:57 — State-level policy responses and legislative efforts 19:34 — EVs, batteries, and risks to U.S. manufacturing 21:21 — Restrictions on Chinese technology near military bases 23:06 — What policymakers often miss about the China threat 24:08 — Drones, data centers, and future vulnerabilities 26:56 — Supply chains, infrastructure, and national security risks 28:17 — Final thoughts and how to get involved   Watch Full-Length Interviews: https://www.youtube.com/@ChinaDeskFNW

In this episode of the China Desk Podcast, host Steve Yates speaks with Grace Jin Drexel, human rights advocate and daughter of Pastor Ezra Jin, founder of one of China's largest underground house church networks, about the Chinese Communist Party's intensifying crackdown on religious freedom. Grace shares the personal story of her father's detention in October 2025, when Chinese authorities carried out a coordinated nationwide sweep targeting independent Christian leaders across multiple cities. She explains how her father's church — which had grown from a local Beijing congregation into a nationwide network — became part of a broader campaign to suppress independent religious activity outside state control. The conversation provides a rare, firsthand look at how religious life actually functions inside China, including the key differences between state-sanctioned churches and underground “house churches.” Grace describes how government-controlled churches operate under strict oversight — including limits on worship, leadership, and even the number of baptisms — while independent churches seek to practice faith freely but face increasing risk of surveillance, shutdown, and detention. The discussion also explores: • The CCP's strategy of “Sinicization” and why it targets religion • How faith communities are viewed as a threat to state control and civil society • The rise of underground house churches and their rapid growth in China • Why many Chinese citizens are turning to religion amid a “spiritual vacuum” • The role of churches in providing community services, disaster relief, and social support • How new laws and regulations are used to justify crackdowns and mass arrests • The human toll of detention, lack of communication, and restricted legal access • What policymakers, advocates, and everyday citizens can do to raise awareness and apply pressure Grace also recounts the moment she learned of her father's detention while living in the United States, describing the uncertainty, fear, and urgency that followed as she began advocating publicly for his release and for others facing similar persecution. This is both a deeply personal story and a broader warning about the future of religious freedom in China — and the growing willingness of the CCP to target independent communities it cannot control. 00:00 — Introduction and Grace Jin Drexel joins the podcast 00:32 — Background: her father, Zion Church, and the 2025 crackdown 01:30 — Growing up in China as a pastor's daughter 04:29 — Life in Beijing, the U.S., and returning to China 07:12 — Rise of Zion Church and transition to a nationwide network 09:20 — State churches vs underground house churches explained 12:23 — Government control, surveillance, and restrictions on worship 15:23 — Demand for Christianity and China's “spiritual vacuum” 19:23 — Why the CCP fears religion and independent organizations 23:37 — Churches as civil society and community support networks 26:07 — Crackdowns, new laws, and coordinated arrests across China 30:09 — Mass detentions and targeting of church leaders 34:22 — Learning of her father's arrest and initial response 39:00 — Lack of communication, legal limits, and health concerns 41:11 — Advocacy efforts and speaking before policymakers 43:27 — What governments and individuals can do to help 44:48 — Where to follow updates and support the cause 45:50 — Closing thoughts and final message Watch Full-Length Interviews: https://www.youtube.com/@ChinaDeskFNW

Jan Jekielek is one of the most important journalists working today. As senior editor at Epoch Times and host of American Thought Leaders, he has interviewed nearly a thousand heads of state, scientists, dissidents, and survivors — and for two decades he has been doing what almost no one in Western media would: documenting China's state-sanctioned, industrialized harvesting of organs from living prisoners of conscience.His new book, Killed to Order, makes the case that this is the largest ongoing crime against humanity on the planet — and that most of us have been counting on not to notice. In this conversation, Jan traces how a peaceful spiritual movement became the target of an extermination campaign, how prisoners of conscience became a living organ database, and why the global elite's obsession with longevity may be more connected to this atrocity than anyone wants to admit. This is a conversation that demands something of you. Jan has spent twenty years carrying a truth the world wasn't ready to receive. It's time to receive it.

This week, hosts Solarina Ho and Rui Zhong speak with Yangyang Cheng, a Research Scholar at Yale's School of Law focusing on science and technology development in China and US-China relations. In this episode, Solarina, Rui, and Yangyang speak on the struggles of scientists in the current political climate, the place of women in the intersection of politics and science, and China's history and future in the geopolitical landscape. They also discuss Yangyang's career as a researcher, writer, and academic, and delve into her tips for aspiring writers. 

Key Topics The escalation of the Iran war entering its fourth week, with detailed analysis of Iran's military capabilities, sanctions, and the potential for reopening the Strait of Hormuz The impact of the Iran conflict on US-China relations, including the fate of the planned US summit with Xi Jinping and China's strategic positioning amid military pressures The US approach to Cuba, including the potential for regime change, economic sanctions, and the long-term implications of current US policies The role of Middle Eastern Gulf states in the conflict, their vulnerabilities, and their shifting alliances with the US and Israel The broader geopolitical landscape, including the exhaustion of military resources and the strategic calculations of adversaries like Russia and China Links Karen DeYoung - washingtonpost.com/people/karen-deyoung Robbie Gramer - wsj.com/news/author/robbie-gramer Yaroslav Trofimov - wsj.com/news/author/yaroslav-trofimov Belfer Center for Science and International Affairs - belfercenter.org/ World Review with Ivo Daalder - belfercenter.org/world-review-ivo-daalder

President Donald Trump is expected to visit Beijing from March 31 to April 2 for a summit with Chinese leader Xi Jinping. It will mark the first meeting between the two leaders since they agreed to a trade truce last October that ended months of escalating tensions prompted by tariffs imposed by the United States and Chinese restrictions on rare earth exports. U.S. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent and U.S. Trade Representative Jamieson Greer will meet Chinese Vice Premier He Lifeng in Paris later this week to explore possible outcomes that could be announced during the Beijing summit. Planning for such a major summit usually takes place over several months, and is getting underway quite late, causing many observers to question whether anything meaningful can be achieved. In the meantime, the US is distracted by the ongoing conflict in the Middle East between Iran and a US-Israel coalition. To discuss the upcoming Trump-Xi summit, we're joined today by Dr. Da Wei. He is director of the Center for International Security and Strategy and professor of International Relations at Qinghua University. Timestamps: [00:00] Introduction [01:40] The Status of US-China Relations [03:07] Middle East War Impact on the Bilateral Relationship [05:36] Rethinking the US Decline in Chinese Foreign Policy [08:23] Chinese and US Sources of Leverage [13:01] Beijing's Goals for the Trump-Xi Summit [19:52] New Language for Taiwan  [30:12] Expanding Chinese Investment in the US?   [32:03] Potential for US-China Cooperation on Iran? [35:54] Implications of Military Officer Purges 

Host Steve Yates welcomes back Andrew Phelan, Australian med-tech entrepreneur, former DFAT Australia-China Council scholar, and longtime China Desk guest (episodes #72 & #85).  They explore grassroots concerns in rural Australia: PRC-linked entities acquiring prime farmland and mineral sands through opaque offshore structures. State governments are forcing wind and solar farms on farmers under the net zero agenda—often with little transparency or consultation. Farmers face contempt from policymakers, increased bushfire risks from turbines, and generational land loss.  The discussion draws parallels to U.S. rural and agricultural issues, examines supply chain vulnerabilities (rare earths and critical minerals), and highlights Germany's shift from engagement to harsh reality (auto sales collapse, tech theft examples). Andrew stresses the need for “Team Freedom” alignment—US, Australia, Canada, UK, Japan—decoupling where necessary, and strong leadership like Trump's industrial rebuilding and Japan's Takahashi era.  He previews his upcoming platform TheChinaChallenge.com (launching soon) as a one-stop hub to counter CCP narratives and amplify freedom voices. Essential listening for understanding local-level malign influence, economic coercion, and strategic responses.  Subscribe on YouTube, Apple Podcasts, Spotify. Visit chinadeskpodcast.com for archives. Follow @TheChinaDesk on X. 00:00:00 - Welcome to the China Desk Podcast 00:00:07 - Host Steve Yates Intro & Guest Reminder: Andrew Phelan Returns 00:00:33 - Andrew Phelan Background & Previous Episodes (#72, #85) 00:01:21 - Grassroots Australia: Rural Concerns & PRC Influence 00:02:20 - Rural Victoria Travels: Farmer Concerns & State Government Ties 00:03:04 - Forced Renewables (Wind/Solar Farms) & Net Zero Agenda 00:04:08 - Bushfires, Turbine Risks & Contempt for Farmers 00:05:06 - Mineral Sands Deals: Opaque PRC-Linked Ownership Structures 00:05:49 - Landowner Stories & Championing Rural Voices 00:06:26 - Parallels to US Rural/Industry Impacts 00:30:31 - Due Diligence, Transparency & Stakeholder Engagement 00:30:59 - Aligning with Team Freedom: US, Australia, Canada, UK, Japan 00:31:26 - Decoupling on Rare Earths/Critical Minerals & Supply Chains 00:31:43 - Trump's Leadership & Rebuilding Industrial Strength 00:32:15 - Lessons from History: Industry Leaders Informing Policy 00:32:54 - Mugged by Reality: Germany's China Engagement Backfire 00:33:23 - Auto Industry Shift & Tech Theft Examples (Quantum Case) 00:34:14 - Learning from Repeated Plays & Deng's Rare Earths Quote 00:35:10 - Urgency of Deeper China Challenge Awareness 00:35:30 - Where to Follow Andrew: @ajphelo on X & Upcoming TheChinaChallenge.com 00:36:02 - Closing Thanks & Call to Action: chinadeskpodcast.com Watch Full-Length Interviews: https://www.youtube.com/@ChinaDeskFNW

President Trump looks to postpone his China trip, saying his focus remains on the conflict in the Middle East. The U.S. leader also hits out at European allies after several reject his demand to help escort tankers through the Strait of Hormuz. And in markets, futures point to a day in the red on Wall Street, with Trump again calling on the Fed to cut rates ahead of its meeting starting today, after the Reserve Bank of Australia fires the starting gun on a week of central bank action by tightening policy.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Is China competing—or executing a long-term strategy to dominate global industry? In this episode of The China Desk, legendary CEO advisor Ram Charan joins Steve Yates to break down his book China's 90% Model: China Has America by the Throat — Here's How to Fight Back and Win. Charan argues that China's strategy is deliberate: build capacity to meet 90% of global demand, sell below marginal cost, subsidize exports, and destroy competitors across entire industries. Drawing on six decades advising global executives—including more than 50 Chinese companies—Charan explains how this model has hollowed out American manufacturing in sectors like solar, pharmaceuticals, chemicals, and advanced materials. He describes why many CEOs understand the threat privately but hesitate to speak publicly, and why investors may be underestimating long-term risk. The conversation explores: How industrial dominance becomes national security leverage Why excess capacity and currency policy matter The strategic risk of supply chain choke points like magnets and critical inputs The need for a cabinet-level Department of Manufacturing and Technology Why economic security and national security are now inseparable Charan argues that America and its allies still possess overwhelming economic strength—but only if they coordinate industrial policy, rebuild manufacturing capacity, and communicate the stakes clearly to the public and business leaders alike. This is a high-level strategic conversation about economic warfare, industrial capacity, and what the next seven years could determine for the global balance of power. 00:00 — Introduction and Ram Charan's background 02:40 — What is China's 90% Model? 04:19 — Industrial dominance and strategic execution 05:18 — The origins of China's long-term strategy 08:19 — How to measure industry capture and market share 12:06 — Why CEOs stay silent and investor blind spots 14:11 — The October wake-up moment 16:22 — When companies must exit China 18:26 — Building an allied industrial coalition 21:44 — Economic security equals national security 23:17 — War-time leverage and supply chain choke points 25:21 — Proposal: Department of Manufacturing and Technology 27:35 — Seven-year strategy and public awareness 30:27 — Where to find the book and follow Ram Charan Watch Full-Length Interviews: https://www.youtube.com/@ChinaDeskFNW

What happens when the world's most valuable tech company becomes deeply tied to China's manufacturing ecosystem? In this episode of the China Desk Podcast, host Steve Yates sits down with journalist and author Patrick McGee to unpack the geopolitical stakes behind Apple's rise, global supply chains, and the future of U.S.–China economic competition. Drawing from McGee's research and reporting, the conversation explores how Apple's manufacturing strategy shaped China's industrial growth, the realities of technology transfer, and why policymakers are rethinking dependence on Chinese production. The discussion also examines labor dynamics, shifting alliances, and whether diversification to countries like India or Mexico can realistically reshape global tech manufacturing. If you're interested in geopolitics, technology strategy, national security, or the future of globalization, this episode delivers a deep, grounded look at how corporate decisions can reshape international power dynamics. Watch Full-Length Interviews: https://www.youtube.com/@ChinaDeskFNW

Crisis Investing Q&A: Gold Miners, US Politics, and Safe Investments with Doug Casey In this episode, Doug Casey addresses questions from Crisis Investing subscribers. Topics include the impact of gold prices on miners and explorers, the potential benefits of keeping a portion of your portfolio in cash, and the possible advantages of investing in Aris Mining's planned move to the NYSE. Doug also gives his take on meeting political figures, the risks of investing in private companies, and the merits of retiring in Panama. Additionally, Doug discusses the issues with security in Mexico, the implications of Uruguay's president visiting China, and the considerations for storing gold to avoid potential US government confiscation. 00:00 Introduction and Overview 00:11 Gold Miners and Stock Appreciation 01:50 Meeting Political Figures 06:15 Private Company Investments 08:05 Cash Management Strategies 09:36 Aris Mining and NYSE Listing 10:50 The Great Taking and Economic Concerns 12:41 Retirement in Panama and Other Locations 14:53 Silver Investment Risks in Mexico 16:49 US-China Relations and Uruguay's Strategy 17:58 Gold Confiscation and Offshore Storage 19:14 Conclusion and Wrap-Up

In this episode, host Steve Yates is joined by Leland Miller, co-founder of China Beige Book and U.S.–China Economic and Security Review Commission member, for a clear-eyed assessment of China's economy heading into 2026.Miller breaks down what analysts got wrong about China in 2025, why GDP figures and stimulus narratives are misleading, and how Xi Jinping is prioritizing advanced manufacturing and national security over household consumption. The conversation examines why a true shift to a consumer-driven Chinese economy is unlikely, how high U.S.–China tariffs have become sustainable rather than destabilizing, and why the real battleground has moved from trade wars to supply chain warfare.Key topics include supply-chain weaponization, rare earths and pharmaceuticals, tariffs versus effective tariff rates, transshipment, robotics and demographics, and the strategic risks facing the U.S. and its allies as globalization gives way to a fragmented, security-driven economic order. Watch Full-Length Interviews: https://www.youtube.com/@ChinaDeskFNW

This edWeb podcast is sponsored by CFR Education.The webinar recording can be accessed here.From viral TikTok trends to debates over tariffs and Taiwan's status, today's students are already shaped by the influence of the People's Republic of China, often without realizing it. Helping them make sense of these everyday experiences opens the door to powerful, real-world learning across social studies, economics, current events, history, and global issues.Join CFR Education, the educational arm of the Council on Foreign Relations, for this edWeb podcast to explore how to bring conversations about U.S.-China relations into your classroom in ways that spark curiosity and critical thinking. Hear from a global expert, an award-winning social studies teacher, and an educational leader as they unpack how China's influence in technology, trade, and geopolitics is shaping your students' world, and how understanding these connections prepares them for the challenges and opportunities of their future.Listeners take away:FREE, ready-to-use, nonpartisan teaching and learning resources from CFR EducationInsight into current U.S.-China dynamics and why they matter for American studentsTips for integrating current events into your curriculum to engage students in meaningful conversationClassroom-tested examples of how global topics, such as U.S.-China relations, can enhance civic and critical thinking skillsJoin this edWeb podcast to learn how to help your students connect what they see online to the world around them and bring global affairs to life in your classroom.This edWeb podcast is of interest to middle and high school teachers, librarians, school leaders, and district leaders.CFR EducationIntroducing students to the fundamentals of foreign policy and international relationsDisclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Learn more about viewing live edWeb presentations and on-demand recordings, earning CE certificates, and using accessibility features.

I almost filmed this video using an AI digital twin.It was efficient. Scalable. Technically impressive.But in a world where trust is at an all-time low—and real human connection has quietly disappeared—I realized something uncomfortable:Authenticity is now the only currency that matters.In this video, I explain why I deleted my AI clone and introduce the newly updated 2026 edition of The Chinese Honeymoon Period.When the original book was written, the world still believed in engagement, exchange, and cautious optimism.That world is gone.The U.S. and China have shifted from frenemies to perceived existential threats.“Decoupling” has metastasized into reality.An AI arms race is accelerating distrust while hollowing out human-to-human understanding.This video reflects on what all of that means—for professionals, parents, students, and anyone living between cultures.In this update, I explore:• Why I chose “real” over “perfect” for this channel—and what AI gets wrong about trust• The 2026 reality of US–China relations after the honeymoon is long dead• Why language fluency alone no longer works without cultural intelligence and empathy• New reflections shaped by leaving China and raising a next-generation American-Born Chinese (ABC)If the original book was about recognizing when the honeymoon ends, this edition asks a harder question:What happens after we wake up?If you work, live, study, or raise children across cultures—and feel the growing tension but still believe understanding matters—My latest book, Speak Less, Guanxi More takes your awareness into practice—where outcomes are actually shaped.Learn when not to speak, how to read what's happening beneath the surface, and why fewer assumptions lead to far better results.https://genejhsu.com/#USChinaRelations #CulturalIntelligence #MandarinChinese #Chineseculture #Chinabusiness

Mark Simon Simon offers a harsh retrospective on US-China relations, arguing that the engagement strategy dating back to 1972 has never really worked for the United States. He dismisses the economic trade-off of "cheap stuff at Walmart" as a poor return for allowing China to flood US markets. Simon specifically criticizes the George H.W. Bush administration (and Brent Scowcroft) for making a grand strategic and moral mistake; he contends that by ignoring "blood on the streets," the US propped up a regime that it should have realized could not be changed, missing a critical opportunity to do better.1930S HONG KONG

Earlier this month, Geopolitical Futures released its annual Forecast, which focuses on the most critical changes to the international order in the year to come. One of the featured predictions in this year's Forecast was on the shifting relationship between the United States and China. It is a relationship that GPF Chairman George Friedman believes will define the next generation of international relations. This week on Talking Geopolitics, George joined host Christian Smith to give a preview of this forecast, and we'll even dive into the perplexing logic of Donald Trump's will-he, won't-he attempt to take ownership of Greenland from Denmark, a NATO ally. Visit http://www.geopoliticalfutures.com for world-class geopolitical analysis and discussion.

In this episode of China Desk, Steve Yates analyzes the dramatic U.S. action in Venezuela, the arrest of Nicolás Maduro, and the disruption of an illicit oil “ghost fleet supplying China, Russia, and Iran. The discussion explores why Venezuela's oil reserves matter so deeply to Beijing, how China's hemispheric ambitions collided with renewed American resolve, and what the episode signals for future flashpoints—from Taiwan to the South China Sea. A clear-eyed look at geopolitics, energy security, sovereignty, and power projection in an increasingly unstable global order. Watch Full-Length Interviews: https://www.youtube.com/@ChinaDeskFNW

Although geographically distant from Chinese shores, Latin America and the Caribbean occupy an important place in Chinese foreign policy. In the past decade, China has significantly expanded its influence in the region. The main vector of Chinese involvement has been economic, including securing access to commodities such as soybeans, copper, oil, and lithium, creating markets for Chinese companies, and deepening financial ties through trade, lending, and infrastructure investment.  On December 10, China released a new white paper on its relationship with Latin America and the Caribbean, the third such document following earlier editions in 2008 and 2016. The White Paper characterizes the region as “an essential force in the process toward a multipolar world and economic globalization.” Its release came on the heels of the Trump Administration's release of its National Security Strategy, which places unprecedented emphasis on the Western Hemisphere and asserts that the US seeks a region “free of hostile foreign incursion or ownership of key assets,” highlighting the growing strategic salience of Latin America and the Caribbean in US-China competition.  To discuss the new White Paper and the implications of China's policies in the LAC for the United States and US-China relations, we are joined by Dr. Evan Ellis. Dr. Ellis is a research professor of Latin American studies at the U.S. Army War College Strategic Studies Institute. He previously served on the Secretary of State's policy planning staff with responsibility for Latin America and the Caribbean as well as international narcotics and law enforcement issues.Timestamps:[00:00] Introduction[02:07] US and China on a Collision Course? [04:50] Chinese Priorities in Latin America [08:33] U.S. Security Risks from Chinese Port Investments[11:45] How China Uses CELAC to Advance Its Agenda[14:27] How Latin Americans View China's Growing Presence[17:22] Honduras and the Republic of China[21:22] How Beijing Might Address U.S. Concerns [25:09] China's Reaction to US and Venezuela  

In this episode, host Steve Yates is joined by Andrew J. Phelan, Australian med-tech entrepreneur, former government advisor, and longtime China watcher, for a wide-ranging conversation on the growing global confrontation with the Chinese Communist Party.Phelan reflects on recent events in Australia, including the Bondi tragedy, and examines how information warfare, social media platforms like TikTok, and foreign influence operations are shaping public opinion—especially among younger generations. From there, the discussion expands to Australia's China policy under Prime Minister Albanese, U.S.–Australia alliance dynamics, and the limits of appeasement.The conversation dives deep into the technology Cold War: export controls, semiconductors, AI, supply-chain dependence, Chinese overcapacity, and the role of Western capital in financing China's rise. Phelan argues that 2025 marks a true inflection point—one defined by economic bifurcation, strategic risk, and growing pressure around Taiwan.This episode offers a clear-eyed assessment of where things stand heading into 2026—and why democracies must respond by grounding strategy in values, sovereignty, and long-term discipline rather than short-term convenience. Watch Full-Length Interviews: https://www.youtube.com/@ChinaDeskFNW

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Is the US really in an AI race with China—or are we racing toward completely different finish lines?In this episode, Tristan Harris sits down with China experts Selina Xu and Matt Sheehan to separate fact from fiction about China's AI development. They explore fundamental questions about how the Chinese government and public approach AI, the most persistent misconceptions in the West, and whether cooperation between rivals is actually possible. From the streets of Shanghai to high-level policy discussions, Xu and Sheehan paint a nuanced portrait of AI in China that defies both hawkish fears and naive optimism.If we're going to avoid a catastrophic AI arms race, we first need to understand what race we're actually in—and whether we're even running toward the same finish line.Note: On December 8, after this recording took place, the Trump administration announced that the Commerce Department would allow American semiconductor companies, including Nvidia, to sell their most powerful chips to China in exchange for a 25 percent cut of the revenue.RECOMMENDED MEDIA“China's Big AI Diffusion Plan is Here. Will it Work?” by Matt SheehanSelina's blogFurther reading on China's AI+ PlanFurther reading on the Gaither Report and the missile gapFurther Reading on involution in ChinaThe consensus from the international dialogues on AI safety in ShanghaiRECOMMENDED YUA EPISODESThe Narrow Path: Sam Hammond on AI, Institutions, and the Fragile FutureAI Is Moving Fast. We Need Laws that Will Too.The AI ‘Race': China vs. the US with Jeffrey Ding and Karen Hao Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

This week on Unsupervised Learning, Jacob Effron is joined by Jordan Schneider, host of China Talk, who challenges widespread assumptions about US-China AI competition. China's AI development is driven by private capital and market competition—not central government planning—with companies like DeepSeek, Alibaba, and ByteDance operating more like Silicon Valley startups than state projects. The critical bottleneck is compute: the West maintains a 10-15x advantage in advanced chips, and US export controls implemented one month before ChatGPT created a structural edge favoring America for years. Chinese companies aggressively open-source models from strategic necessity—they couldn't establish a quality gap justifying paid access like OpenAI. Jordan explains why the "Goldilocks strategy" of controlled chip dependency fails, why expert consensus opposes selling advanced semiconductors to China despite Nvidia's lobbying, and how Taiwan's invasion risk is driven more by domestic politics than AGI scenarios. China's real advantage may emerge in robotics manufacturing at scale, where they're already deploying while the US debates strategy. Inside the Politburo's AI Study Session: https://www.chinatalk.media/p/xi-takes-an-ai-masterclassSubmit your questions to Jacob here: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1vHBYv0bTT_EgFWTjbKnLr_sn3pZnFmcFGWYVTltKEco/edit (0:00) Intro(1:45) The Chinese AI Ecosystem: Pre and Post ChatGPT(3:45) Government Influence and Private Sector Dynamics(6:40) Venture Funding and Major Players(8:36) Talent and International Collaboration(11:25) Open Source Models and Market Dynamics(15:24) What Role Does The Chinese Government Play?(31:17) US-China AI Policy and Strategic Competition(36:18) The Argument for Selling AI Accelerators(37:02) Risks of Not Selling to China(43:34) Technological Constraints and Huawei's Challenges(51:18) US-China Relations and Taiwan(1:02:46) Quickfire With your co-hosts: @jacobeffron - Partner at Redpoint, Former PM Flatiron Health @patrickachase - Partner at Redpoint, Former ML Engineer LinkedIn @ericabrescia - Former COO Github, Founder Bitnami (acq'd by VMWare) @jordan_segall - Partner at Redpoint

Book episode! What happens when a policy meant to shape a nation reaches into the most intimate corners of a family's life? Journalist Barbara Demick'sDaughters of the Bamboo Grove becomes a prism for a China where babies vanish, families fracture, and two identical lives grow up worlds apart. One twin speaks Mandarin, the other English. One hides in a bamboo grove; the other lands in Texas. Demick joins The Jacob Shapiro Show to explore the lives shaped, and misshaped, by China's restrictive one-child policy. Shapiro and Demick probe the emotional aftershocks of separation, the uneasy collision of two cultures when twins are reunited across continents, and the moral ambiguity of institutions that believed they were doing the right thing.--Timestamps:(00:00) - Introduction and Guest Introduction(00:46) - Discussing the Book: Daughters of the Bamboo Grove(02:04) - Barbara's Journey and Discoveries in China(05:15) - The Impact of China's One-Child Policy(11:28) - Adoption and Family Planning in China(21:21) - Cultural and Demographic Shifts in China(25:35) - Cultural Juxtaposition of Twins(26:35) - Impact of COVID on US-China Relations(27:35) - Adoption and Diplomatic Relations(28:31) - Challenges for Chinese and American Families(30:57) - Adoptees as Cultural Ambassadors(32:02) - Religious Influences in Adoption(34:42) - Economic Comparisons Between Families(39:18) - Psychological Trauma of Adoptees(45:13) -Author's Career and Future Projects(50:27) - Upcoming Book on Berlin--Referenced in the Show:Barbara Demick - https://www.barbarademick.com/Daughters of the Bamboo Grove - https://www.barbarademick.com/book/daughters-of-the-bamboo-grove/--Jacob Shapiro Site: jacobshapiro.comJacob Shapiro LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/jacob-l-s-a9337416Jacob Twitter: x.com/JacobShapJacob Shapiro Substack: jashap.substack.com/subscribe --The Jacob Shapiro Show is produced and edited by Audiographies LLC. More information at audiographies.com --Jacob Shapiro is a speaker, consultant, author, and researcher covering global politics and affairs, economics, markets, technology, history, and culture. He speaks to audiences of all sizes around the world, helps global multinationals make strategic decisions about political risks and opportunities, and works directly with investors to grow and protect their assets in today's volatile global environment. His insights help audiences across industries like finance, agriculture, and energy make sense of the world.--