The U.S. government, under President Biden, is intensifying economic and commercial pressures on China through industry regulatory measures, focusing on high-tech sectors and manufacturing industries. [ more ]
Blinken will be the latest top US official to visit China in a bid to keep ties on an even keel
US Secretary of State Antony Blinken to visit China for discussions on various global issues with senior officials, including Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi. [ more ]
US lawmakers to vote on bill to force ByteDance to sell TikTok's US operations or face a ban, amid concerns over data privacy and US-China tensions. [ more ]
The House passed a bill requiring ByteDance to sell TikTok or face a ban, showcasing bipartisan support against China in an election year.
Security concerns with TikTok are more about its code and algorithms than ownership, as observed in the ongoing showdown between Beijing and Washington. [ more ]
Will TikTok Actually Get Banned This Time Around? A Look at Some Key Considerations
The potential ban on TikTok in the U.S. is becoming more likely as President Biden is expected to sign off on the bill if approved by Congress.
China's access to user data on social media platforms for legal and national security reasons could lead to broader monitoring and potential bans on apps like TikTok. [ more ]
Congressman Mike Gallagher on Why TikTok Is Still a Threat
Representative Mike Gallagher wants the U.S. to rethink its approach to China and the threat it poses to economic and national security.
Gallagher believes TikTok poses a unique threat due to its ownership by ByteDance, which is substantially controlled by the Chinese Communist Party. [ more ]
Reporters - Asia-Pacific region: A new cold war brewing
China's assertiveness in the Asia-Pacific region is causing tensions, particularly around Taiwan and the South China Sea.
The documentary highlights the rising geopolitical tensions in the region, characterized by a new 'cold war' between China and the US and its allies. [ more ]
Why America's controls on sales of AI tech to China are so leaky
The US is intensifying its campaign against Chinese technology, with restrictions on semiconductors and investigations into companies like Nvidia and ABB.
Both Democrats and Republicans are unlikely to relent in their efforts to curtail Chinese technology and prevent workarounds to export controls. [ more ]
China Is Way Ahead in Green Energy. Here's Why That's Risky for the U.S.
In the not-ideal real world, the United States faces challenges balancing climate change goals with economic and national security concerns related to China. [ more ]
US top diplomat Blinken visits China amid escalated tensions over Taiwan
The US Secretary of State Antony Blinken arrived in China for a three-day trip after the Senate's approval of a foreign aid package for Ukraine, Israel, and Taiwan. [ more ]
Antony Blinken heads to China with warning for Beijing over support of Russia
The US Secretary of State Antony Blinken's visit to China highlights growing concerns over China's sale of weapon components to Russia and potential US sanctions. [ more ]
US, China defense leaders hold first talks in 18 months DW 04/17/2024
US and China engage in military talks to manage rising tensions. Importance of open communication and respecting international law highlighted. [ more ]
Biden, Xi speak for first time since November summit
The phone call between President Biden and President Xi focused on maintaining communication for managing the U.S.-China relationship responsibly.
Discussion points of the call included topics like peace in the Taiwan Strait, trade issues, combating illegal narcotics trade, and risks of artificial intelligence. [ more ]
Why it would be a dangerous folly to end US-China science pact
Continuing delay to renew the US-China Science and Technology Cooperation Agreement could be catastrophic. Benefits of landmark 45-year-old agreement include historic research collaboration and student exchanges. [ more ]
China steps up military pressure on Taiwan after US visit DW 01/27/2024
China sends 33 fighter jets and 6 naval vessels towards Taiwan, marking the biggest deployment since Taiwan elected a pro-independence president.
Increased military pressure from Beijing comes after the visit of two US Congressmen to Taiwan, the first official US delegation since Taiwan's election. [ more ]
US domestic divide likely to hobble global leadership well beyond this election year | East Asia Forum
The United States and China have resumed diplomatic channels and engaged in productive leader-level meetings, signaling an improvement in bilateral relations.
The United States' Asia policy is increasingly focused on competition with China, and Asia will need to take the initiative to build a regional system without relying on the US for some years. [ more ]
China expected to ramp up pressure on Taipei and Washington after Taiwan's election
China is likely to increase its coercive measures towards Taiwan after the election of the ruling Democratic Progressive Party's William Lai as president.
Growing pressure on Taiwan could strain U.S.-China relations and destabilize the region. [ more ]
Lawmakers Call for Raising Tariffs and Severing Economic Ties With China
Bipartisan lawmakers are calling for severing more economic and financial ties with China, including revoking low tariff rates granted to Beijing after joining the World Trade Organization.
The House Select Committee on the Chinese Communist Party released a report with recommendations to reset America's economic relationship with China, addressing issues such as economic aggression and dominance of crucial industries. [ more ]
GOP senators urge Biden to restrict travel between US and China amid pneumonia outbreak
Five Republican senators have urged President Biden to restrict travel between the US and China due to a rise in pediatric pneumonia cases in China.
The senators argue that China's history of lying about public health crises and lack of transparency should be cause for concern and immediate travel restrictions. [ more ]
Kissinger Left the State Department a Half Century Ago. But He Never Left His Old Job.
Henry Kissinger, despite being 100 years old, remains a prominent adviser to key policymakers in Washington.
Kissinger continues to have regular consultations with current and former secretaries of state, including Antony Blinken, Hillary Clinton, and Mike Pompeo.
Kissinger's recent visit to China and his close relationship with Chinese leaders helped set up the summit meeting between Xi Jinping and President Biden. [ more ]
Can U.S.-China Student Exchanges Survive Geopolitics?
Chinese students are experiencing anxiety and uncertainty about studying in the United States due to negative news, including gun violence and tensions between the US and China.
Chinese students have been a significant presence in American universities for years, making up the largest share of international students.
The coronavirus pandemic has disrupted the flow of Chinese students studying abroad. [ more ]
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Biden-Xi Talks Lead to Little but a Promise to Keep Talking
President Biden reached two agreements with President Xi Jinping of China on curbing fentanyl production and military-to-military communications, but made little progress on other pressing issues.
The agreements announced were modest, focusing on the commitment to continue talking and maintaining communication in times of crisis.
No formal discussions were established on the use of artificial intelligence in nuclear command and control systems. [ more ]