“Lens on China: Understanding the Political Landscape under Xi Jinping” is a comprehensive presentation that explores the significant change

The approval of the "Tuna Block" oil and gas field development in waters near Indonesia's Natuna Islands by the Indonesian government has brought tensions in the South China Sea to the forefront once again. The territorial dispute between China and other claimant states in the region, including Indonesia, the Philippines, and Vietnam, has been a long-standing issue that has escalated in recent years. China's claims of sovereignty over most of the South China Sea based on the

One major development is Putin's announcement of the suspension of the US-Russia nuclear arms treaty, which aims to limit the number of nuclear weapons deployed by both countries. This move has been criticized by the US Secretary of State as "very unfortunate and irresponsible" and has heightened concerns about Russia's intentions regarding the use of nuclear weapons in the ongoing conflict with Ukraine. The fact that Putin also announced the deployment of new strategic weapo

The recent news report about the Philippines and the United States discussing joint patrols in the South China Sea highlights the ongoing tensions in the region. China's assertiveness in the area has led neighboring countries like the Philippines to feel the pressure to take a stance and protect their interests. By discussing joint patrols, the US is signaling its continued commitment to the region and its allies, as well as its determination to stand up to China's assertiven

According to data from the US Customs and Border Protection, there has been a sharp increase in the number of Chinese citizens being arrested at the southern border of the United States. In January of this year alone, 1,084 Chinese citizens were arrested at the border, compared to just 89 in January of last year. This represents a year-on-year increase of 1,118%. Additionally, from October of last year to January of this year, border patrol officers in the southern border of