Category: China
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China Faces Rising Disaster Costs
On October 16, 2025, China’s Ministry of Emergency Management (MEM) released data on natural disasters occurring in the first three quarters (January to September) of 2025. The report highlighted direct economic losses totaling 217 billion yuan, equivalent to approximately $30.5 billion USD (using an exchange rate of about 7.12 yuan per dollar). This figure represents…
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China Faces $30 Billion in Disaster Losses Amid Rising Climate Extremes
On October 16, 2025, China’s Ministry of Emergency Management (MEM) released data on natural disasters occurring in the first three quarters (January to September) of 2025. The report highlighted direct economic losses totaling 217 billion yuan, equivalent to approximately $30.5 billion USD (using an exchange rate of about 7.12 yuan per dollar). This figure represents…
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Dual-Use Vessels Tighten the Grey Zone Around Taiwan
There are allegations and analyses that Beijing is using dual-purpose, unmarked vessels around Taiwan to monitor, harass, and assert its presence under the guise of fishing. What is your most up-to-date and in depth assessment? Strategia-100, Chief Strategist: Here’s a current and detailed assessment of the evidence, implications, and dynamics around the claims that Beijing…
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U.S.–China Trade Rift Deepens
On Friday, October 10, 2025, U.S. President Donald Trump announced a 100% tariff increase on Chinese exports to the U.S., effective November 1 (or sooner), in retaliation for China’s new restrictions on rare earth mineral exports. These minerals are critical for electronics, defense, and renewable energy sectors. Trump described China’s move as “very hostile” and…
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China Mirrors U.S. Maritime Sanctions
“On October 10, 2025 (today), China’s Ministry of Transport announced countermeasures via amendments to the International Maritime Transport Regulations (State Council Decree No. 802). These mirror the US timeline and target “discriminatory” measures. Effective October 14, 2025″ What is your most up-to-date assessment? CN-01, China Agent: Here’s my assessment of the situation as of 10…