Chinese Real Estate Market Troubles

Hong Kong courts heard four liquidation suits against Chinese developers, signaling trouble for the Chinese real estate market. The market is facing a second wave of restructurings, with creditors pressuring developers to pay overdue bills. Despite government stimulus measures, the housing market remains sluggish, with home prices falling and consumer confidence low.

Arkansas Attorney General sues Chinese app Temu for violating fraud and personal information laws

Arkansas Attorney General is suing Chinese mobile app Temu for violating fraud and personal information laws, accusing it of being a data-theft business led by former Chinese Communist Party officials. The app is accused of selling slave-tainted products and gaining unrestricted access to users' phone operating systems.

Chinese Harassment of Philippine Coast Guard

Chinese vessels harassed and blocked Philippine coast guard during a medical evacuation in the South China Sea, leading to accusations of barbaric and inhumane behavior by the Philippines.

Chinese Economic Data Post-May Holiday

New economic data released by the Chinese government post-May holiday week reveals insights into the world's second largest economy.

Chinese Illegal Immigrant Arrested in California

A Chinese illegal immigrant was arrested in California after entering a Marine Corps base without authorization. Border Patrol responded to a call from the base and the individual was taken into custody for being in the country illegally. Concerns have been raised about Chinese nationals entering the U.S. and potential national security threats they may pose.

Chinese Investigators Join Probe into Suicide Attack in Pakistan

A team of Chinese investigators arrived in Pakistan to join a probe into a suicide attack that killed five Chinese nationals working on a hydropower project. Pakistan and China are conducting investigations into the attack as no group has claimed responsibility yet.

Chinese-Philippine Coast Guard Collision in South China Sea

Chinese and Philippine coast guard vessels collided in the disputed South China Sea, resulting in injuries to Filipino crew members. The incident occurred as Southeast Asian leaders gathered for a summit addressing Beijing's aggression at sea.

Fentanyl Trade and Chinese Involvement

Peter Schweizer claims that the fentanyl trade poisoning Americans is primarily a Chinese operation, with Chinese nationals involved at every level of the supply chain, including providing precursors, pill presses, and money laundering services for Mexican cartels. Schweizer also suggests that politicians, including President Joe Biden, are turning a blind eye to this issue due to financial ties to China and individuals in the drug trade.

Balloon Intercepted Over Utah

A small nonthreatening balloon was intercepted by fighter jets over Utah, but was determined to not pose a threat to national security. This incident has raised interest in balloon overflights following a previous incident involving a Chinese spy balloon.