Washington Looks to Prove it Can Handle Three Fronts as 5 Carriers to Deploy Near Taiwan
In a show of force, likely timed to coincide with the inauguration of the new president of Taiwan, and…
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Congress Invokes ‘Disinformation’ to Try and Resurrect Long-Lost Secret Influence in Tibet
Of all of America’s covert actions against communist states throughout the Cold War, one of the least well-known is…
Taiwan Elections: “Separatists” Secure Third Consecutive Presidential Term—What’s Next?
The ruling Democratic Progressive Party (DPP) won a third consecutive presidential term in Taiwan with the election victory of…
11/01 End of the Empire: The End of the Empire Could Look Like This—plus Other News
End of the Empire is a twice-monthly feature on all news relating to the transition from the unipolar world…
Belt and Road’s Failures Are Well Documented—the Successes Not as Much
Story at a glance… China’s Belt and Road Initiative was launched 10 years ago this month. Despite immense difficulties…
End of the Empire 10/3: China Making Economic Inroads into Washington’s Closest Allies
End of the Empire is a twice-monthly feature on all news relating to the transition from the unipolar world…
Xinjiang Has Returned to Normal After Less-Than-Severe Policing Campaigning Say Visiting German Sinologists
Story at a glance… After claims of genocide against the Turkic peoples in China’s Xinjiang Province were put forward…
Two More Members of Pentagon Brass Discuss War with China Openly
Big spenders among the Air Force brass are keen to buy and build their way to a war against…
BRICS Summit 2023: BRICS Gold-Backed Currency Decision Delayed–6 New Members Invited to Join
In the lead-up to the 15th annual BRICS summit, it’s been suggested that a multinational trade currency pegged to…
BRICS Summit 2023: Bloc Keen on Welcoming New Members—Who and How Remain Open Questions
Kicking off on Tuesday in Johannesburg, the 15th Annual BRICS Summit will hopefully put the answers to a lot…
4,200-Year-Old Ceramic Storm Drains in Ancient Chinese Town Are the Oldest of Their Kind
Story at a glance… The world’s oldest ceramic drain pipe system has been identified and described in China. The…
8/01 End of the Empire: China Establishes Commercial and Strategic Ties with Key Targets of Washington
End of the Empire is a twice-monthly feature on all news relating to the transition from the unipolar world…
While Seemingly Normal, New $345 Million Weapons Transfer to Taiwan is Anything But
While the US has sold weapons to Taiwan ever since 1979, the most recently-announced effort by a US president…
Russian Embassy Confirms Creation of BRICS Currency Backed by Gold Without a Timetable
In this political climate, no one should take what the employees of a single Russian embassy say as gospel,…
Report Says Taiwan Leadership “Most Important Factor” in Potential Conflict with China, but US Still Needed in Battle
Story at a glance… The RAND Corp. released a study on a conflict over Taiwan highlighting political leadership. Even…
As Above So Below: China Attracts International Coalition for Moon Base Project
After announcing an international coalition to build and operate a moon base in April, China has attracted numerous nations…
6/21 End of the Empire: Beijing Reported to Be Seeking Training Facility in Cuba After Asian Economic Support
End of the Empire is a twice-monthly feature on all news relating to the transition from the unipolar world…
5/23 End of the Empire: US Losing All Across the Middle East
End of the Empire is a twice-monthly feature on all news relating to the transition from the unipolar world…
Analysis – Taiwan is at Pains to Determine Defense Policy and Independence
Story at a glance… Many of Taiwan’s key allies likely will not support the island in defending itself against…
World Military Spending Continues to Soar Inside and Outside of Warzones
Global military expenditures continue to rise around the world, with the 11 highest spenders all continuing to increase budgetary…