As the 2026 midterm election enters its final week, campaigns cannot afford to leave foreign policy on the sidelines. Vigorously addressing competition with China offers candidates across the political spectrum an effective opportunity to showcase decisive leadership, defend American workers and security, and confront global human rights abuses. In these closing days, taking a firm and clear stance on key economic, security, and humanitarian issues allows campaigns to connect

Every year, as spring turns to summer, a quiet solemnity marks the approach of June 4. On this day, the world stops to remember a defining moment of human courage and devastating tragedy: the 1989 military crackdown on peaceful pro-democracy protesters in Beijing's Tiananmen Square. Photo from Unsplash Decades have passed, yet the memory of those weeks remains a powerful testament to the universal human desire for freedom, acco

In November 2025, China abruptly canceled numerous concerts by Japanese artists in response to rising diplomatic tensions, particularly after Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi's comments on potential military action if China threatens Taiwan. Photo form Unsplash China’s crackdown on Japanese cultural activities after Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi’s Taiwan remarks highlights not only an attack on cross-border cultural exchange, but also the deeper problem of political aut

In 2024, the free world faces an urgent challenge: coordinating an effective response to contain China’s authoritarianism. As the Chinese Communist Party seeks to export its model and reshape global norms, democratic nations must unite through expanded alliances, robust human rights defense, strategic economic action, and assertive values-based diplomacy. Photo from Unsplash Forging Strong Democratic Alliances Deepening cooperation among Indo-Pacific, European, and North Amer

President Trump’s use of tariffs against China has primarily been framed as a tool to address trade imbalances, protect American industries, and punish what the U.S. sees as unfair Chinese trade practices. However, it is entirely possible that tariffs could also be leveraged to promote democratic reforms within China. Here’s how this strategy might work, based on recent developments and expert analysis. Photo from Unsplash Economic Pressure as Leverage By imposing steep tarif

The integration of Artificial Intelligence (AI) into political systems offers both opportunities and challenges for promoting democracy, particularly in countries like China, where authoritarian governance prevails. This article explores how AI can be leveraged to foster democratic principles in China in the existing political landscape. Photo from Unsplash Opportunities for AI in Promoting Democracy Information Access and Education AI can help disseminate information and edu

President Trump, as you begin your second term in office, it is crucial to address the growing threat of authoritarianism in China and take decisive action to promote democracy and freedom for the Chinese people. The Authoritarian Threat China's authoritarian regime under Xi Jinping has become increasingly repressive in recent years. The Chinese Communist Party (CCP) has tightened control over all aspects of life, including the media, online speech, religious practice, busine

The Tiananmen Square Massacre serves as a stark reminder of the sacrifices made in the pursuit of these ideals and the ongoing struggle against oppression. As we observe the 35th anniversary of the Tiananmen Square Massacre in 2024, it is crucial to reflect on its enduring legacy. Photo by Mike Labrum from Unsplash The Chinese government has continued to prioritize stability and economic growth over political reform, maintaining tight control over information and dissent. As

As the United States gears up for another pivotal presidential election, there are critical issues that demand the attention of the candidates. One such issue, perhaps the most pressing on the global stage, is the relationship between the United States and China. In recent years, this relationship has become increasingly strained, marked by trade tensions, accusations of intellectual property theft, human rights abuses, and geopolitical rivalry. Photo from Unsplash It is impe

China's recent decision to ban the sale and use of iPhones is a troubling development that raises serious concerns about the state of digital freedom in the world's most populous nation. While the Chinese government cites various reasons for this ban, such as national security and regulatory compliance, it is essential to examine the broader implications of such a move on individual freedoms and the global tech industry. Photo from Unsplash Digital Freedom at Stake China's de

In recent years, China has made significant advancements in harnessing artificial intelligence (AI) technology to bolster its surveillance capabilities. From facial recognition systems to smart city initiatives, the Chinese government has embraced AI as a tool for enhancing security, maintaining social order, and exerting control over its population. While proponents argue that these measures can improve public safety, "we must express concerns about privacy violations and th

In recent years, China has become a dominant force in the global economy, and its rise has caused concern among many Western countries. Many evidence have shown that China poses a threat to the free world, particularly in terms of economic competition or even coercion. The Chinese government has posed economic threats to the free world in several important areas, including its state-sponsored industrial policies, intellectual property theft, and unfair trade practices. Photo

Chinese President Xi Jinping visited Moscow in March 2023 to show its continously support of Moscow's invasion of Ukraine. Since 2022, the Chinese government has actively played an assertive role in shaping the conflict. The communist regime and its government should be blamed for Russia's invasion of Ukraine for three reasons. Photo from Unsplash First, China is providing Russia with military support. According to BBC, the US government has discovered that "Chinese firms hav

Since China shifted its notorious zero-covid in December 2022, Chinese hospital system has been out of order due to the increase in Covid-19 cases with over 5,000 deaths recorded by the officials. But the numbers are likely much higher as the Chinese government is known to withhold the true number of death toll of disaster. According to Foxnews, Beijing hospital runs out of beds, families burn bodies in streets as deaths spike. Associated Press reports that old women bent ove

It has been almost three years since the outbreak of the Covid-19 global pandemic. Although many countries, including the United State, have declared victory in the battle against the coronavirus, as President Biden suggested victory over the coronavirus in response to a reporter’s question in September 2022, things in China keep getting worse, particularly the pandemic-related human right disaster. Photo from Unsplash First, the aggressive lockdowns have endangered people's

Despite multiple warns of unspecified countermeasures from China, U.S. House Speaker Nancy Pelosi visited Taiwan, a democratic island which China claims territory, on August 2, 2022. This was the highest-ranking U.S. official in a quarter-century to visit the island. Liberty Square Arch in Taipei City, Taiwan. Photo from Unsplash Speaker Pelosi's visit to Taiwan has significant meanings. First, it shows the U.S. commitment to ensure the safety of the democratic island. Pelosi

It has been three decades since China’s military crackdown on students protesting for democratic reforms on the night of June 3, 1989. In Spring 2022, unfortunately, the Chinese Communist Party continues cracking down on its own people. Photo from Unsplash In Shanghai, the government and CCP maintained a strict two-month COVID-19 lockdown that has drawn unusual protests over its heavy-handed implementation. During the inhumane lockdown, the government never respected the righ

Putin's invasion of Ukraine shocks and intimidates the West. However, it also provides a potential roadmap for the U.S. to re-engage with China and reserve its deteriorating course on freedom and democracy. Photo from Unsplash Back in the 1970's, then U.S. president Richard Nixon visited China and met with Chinese leader Mao Zedong during the infamous Cultural Revolution - a human rights disaster in recent history. The visit was a strategic move to engage with China against t

Photo from Unsplash Burning the Olympic flame in Beijing's Bird's Nest, from February 4 to February 20, 2022, could not conceal the fact that millions of innocent Chinese people are suffering the inhuman Covid-related wrongdoing, imposed by the Chinese government. Less than 100 miles away from Beijing, the Chinese authorities set up brutal quarantine camps in the city of Tianjin. Evidence has shown that the government organized buses and forced the residents of Tianjin into

Breaking its promises of preserving Hong Kong's autonomy and freedom when the former British colony was handed over in 1997, the Chinese government, under the leadership of the Chinese Communist Party (CCP) is destroying the hope of Hong Kong to become a democracy by suppressing the democracy movement since 2019 and mass arrests of pro-democracy activists thereafter. Similar malicious behaviors are being placed in Taiwan - an island on the front lines in the fight against the