Andrew and Bill discuss Monday's SLBM test from the PLA Navy and two new PLA generals promoted. They also discuss the CITIC plane crash and a major security breach in Beijing. There are questions about the release of pastor Ezra Jin and context for the U.S. sentencing of disgraced tycoon Guo Wengui. The Washington Wizards get a letter from Rep. John Moolenaar.
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Doublethink Lab is a nonprofit organization that works to render authoritarian power visible. The event discussed strategies to deter Beijing’s authoritarian expansion and influence operations. The 2026 China in the World Summit will take place on July 6 in Taipei, Taiwan.
The number of global climate initiatives launched or run by China has been growing since 2009. Dr Sun Yixian, study co-author and professor of sustainability governance at the University of Bath, compiled a database tracking all global environmental initiatives established from the 1980s onwards that were either created by China or co-created with other governments. They range from research cooperation and south-south climate funding to high-level policy signalling, such as joint statements on climate change.
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Sir Keir Starmer resigned as British Prime Minister last month. China's state-run media suggested that liberal democracies are unstable. People's Daily asked Cui Hongjian, a Chinese diplomat-turned-professor, if there is a problem with this type of government.
The 2026 Taiwan International Ocean Forum was held July 8-9 in Taipei City. It was organized by the Ocean Affairs Council and featured keynote speeches and in-depth dialogues on issues including Indo-Pacific leadership and regional security, the role of coast guard agencies in countering gray-zone activities, sustainable development and emerging technologies for ocean governance.
Li Qiang, China's premier, mentioned Unitree, a robotics firm, and its explosion in its valuation from 10m yuan to 42bn yuan ($6bn) in a decade. C Hina's leaders rarely namecheck individual companies. It is rare for them to talk up a group's valuation.
Li Qiang, China's premier, mentioned Unitree, a robotics firm, and its explosion in its valuation from 10m yuan to 42bn yuan ($6bn) in a decade. C Hina's leaders rarely namecheck individual companies. It is rare for them to talk up a group's valuation.
A heatwave is driving demand for Chinese air conditioners in Europe, just as Brussels seeks to narrow its record trade deficit with China through new restrictions. Observers say there is a contradiction between public demand and political rhetoric. EU leaders met last month to address concerns over “China Shock 2.0” – anxieties about China’s dominance in electric vehicles, batteries and solar power.
Andrew and Bill discuss Monday's SLBM test from the PLA Navy and two new PLA generals promoted. They also discuss the CITIC plane crash and a major security breach in Beijing. There are questions about the release of pastor Ezra Jin and context for the U.S. sentencing of disgraced tycoon Guo Wengui. The Washington Wizards get a letter from Rep. John Moolenaar.
Unlimited access to FT.com is available for four weeks for $1, then $75 per month for the next 75 per cent of unlimited access. You can cancel anytime during the trial period. . "You can get unlimited access to quality FT journalism on any device.
Doublethink Lab is a nonprofit organization that works to render authoritarian power visible. The event discussed strategies to deter Beijing’s authoritarian expansion and influence operations. The 2026 China in the World Summit will take place on July 6 in Taipei, Taiwan.
The number of global climate initiatives launched or run by China has been growing since 2009. Dr Sun Yixian, study co-author and professor of sustainability governance at the University of Bath, compiled a database tracking all global environmental initiatives established from the 1980s onwards that were either created by China or co-created with other governments. They range from research cooperation and south-south climate funding to high-level policy signalling, such as joint statements on climate change.
Stratechery Plus offers full access to the Stratechery newsletter, podcast, and other content. It costs $15 per month or $150 per year. It's free for students. It auto-renews monthly/annually, but can be cancelled at any time.
Sir Keir Starmer resigned as British Prime Minister last month. China's state-run media suggested that liberal democracies are unstable. People's Daily asked Cui Hongjian, a Chinese diplomat-turned-professor, if there is a problem with this type of government.
The 2026 Taiwan International Ocean Forum was held July 8-9 in Taipei City. It was organized by the Ocean Affairs Council and featured keynote speeches and in-depth dialogues on issues including Indo-Pacific leadership and regional security, the role of coast guard agencies in countering gray-zone activities, sustainable development and emerging technologies for ocean governance.
Li Qiang, China's premier, mentioned Unitree, a robotics firm, and its explosion in its valuation from 10m yuan to 42bn yuan ($6bn) in a decade. C Hina's leaders rarely namecheck individual companies. It is rare for them to talk up a group's valuation.
Li Qiang, China's premier, mentioned Unitree, a robotics firm, and its explosion in its valuation from 10m yuan to 42bn yuan ($6bn) in a decade. C Hina's leaders rarely namecheck individual companies. It is rare for them to talk up a group's valuation.
A heatwave is driving demand for Chinese air conditioners in Europe, just as Brussels seeks to narrow its record trade deficit with China through new restrictions. Observers say there is a contradiction between public demand and political rhetoric. EU leaders met last month to address concerns over “China Shock 2.0” – anxieties about China’s dominance in electric vehicles, batteries and solar power.