Hong Kong’s Crossroads: Legal, Political, and Social Transformation under the National Security Law
The US-China Podcast
In 2020, China implemented the in Hong Kong, making a wide range of political activities illegal and further reducing the city’s autonomy. Last November, a court sentenced 45 pro-democracy figures to four to ten years in prison in the largest trial since the NSL was adopted. Political and legal changes have continued in Hong Kong, reshaping the Legislative Council and the way cases deemed a matter of “national security” are decided. What does the current situation in Hong Kong mean for the future of in the...
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How Can People in the United States and China Better Understand Each Other?
The US-China Podcast
The decline in U.S.-China opportunities between the United States and China is widening the gap of cross-cultural understanding, leaving room for in spite of many shared concerns and aspirations. How can people in the two countries learn about their differences and similarities, and what are the key things they need to know to better understand one another? Zichen Wang joins the National Committee in an interview recorded on Feb 28, 2025, to explain the mixed signals both sides are sending to each other, and how both the United States and China view the world today. Learn...
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China & the Hill: Musk’s Pentagon Meeting, Sanctions Over Iranian Oil, and Senator Daines in Beijing
The US-China Podcast
China & the Hill is a weekly covering Washington DC’s China-focused debates, actions, and reactions. Readers will receive a curated digest of most pressing U.S.-China news and its impact on businesses and policy, and can listen to the top stories in podcast form on the . China & the Hill is published by the , the leading nonprofit nonpartisan organization that encourages understanding of China and the United States among citizens of both countries. Fair Use Disclaimer:
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Is it worth it to invest in China?
The US-China Podcast
China’s government is seeking to lure foreign investors to do business in China, but many remain hesitant due to China’s . is an important area for U.S.-China business collaboration, promising innovations that can cure health issues around the world. What can encourage U.S. businesses to invest in China and how can the Chinese government balance the need to provide safety and stability to both domestic and foreign investors? Roberta Lipson joins the National Committee in an interview recorded on February 18, 2025 to share her observations and recommend ways to encourage...
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China & the Hill: Are Chinese International Students a Security Risk, What Tech Will Get More Expensive, and Will China Fill the U.S. Aid Gap?
The US-China Podcast
China & the Hill is a weekly covering Washington DC’s China-focused debates, actions, and reactions. Readers will receive a curated digest of most pressing U.S.-China news and its impact on businesses and policy, and can listen to the top stories in podcast form on the . China & the Hill is published by the , the leading nonprofit nonpartisan organization that encourages understanding of China and the United States among citizens of both countries.
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Is the Philippines stuck between China and the U.S.?
The US-China Podcast
In 2016, an sided with the Philippines in a case against China’s claims in the South China Sea. However, former Philippine President Rodrigo Duterte, who sought to bring the Philippines’ foreign policy closer to China, said the ruling was just “paper” fit for the . After Ferdinand “Bongbong” Marcos Jr. became the president in 2022, Philippine foreign policy shifted back towards strengthening its alliance with the United States. How does the Philippines manage its economic and with China, the United States, and other Southeast Asian nations? Marites Vitug (Rappler),...
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China & the Hill: Meta Whistleblower Alleges Dealings with China, Chinese Warships Circle Australia, and Missouri’s COVID-19 Lawsuit
The US-China Podcast
China & the Hill is a weekly covering Washington DC’s China-focused debates, actions, and reactions. Readers will receive a curated digest of most pressing U.S.-China news and its impact on businesses and policy, and can listen to the top stories in podcast form on the . China & the Hill is published by the , the leading nonprofit nonpartisan organization that encourages understanding of China and the United States among citizens of both countries.
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America First Investment Policy: What it Means for U.S.-China Relations
The US-China Podcast
On February 21, 2025, the President of the United States issued a to members of his cabinet and other executive agency directors describing the administration’s . The statement begins by stating that investment policy is key to the country’s national and economic security. While investment by “allies and partners” can create jobs and wealth for the United States, investment by “foreign adversaries,” including China, is not in the national interest. The United States will establish new rules to prevent American companies and investors from investing in certain...
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China & The Hill: U.S. Port Control in Panama, the Global Minerals Race, and How China is Attracting Taiwanese Talent
The US-China Podcast
China & the Hill is a weekly covering Washington DC’s China-focused debates, actions, and reactions. Readers will receive a curated digest of most pressing U.S.-China news and its impact on businesses and policy, and can listen to the top stories in podcast form on the . China & the Hill is published by the , the leading nonprofit nonpartisan organization that encourages understanding of China and the United States among citizens of both countries.
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What’s Hiding Behind China’s Great Firewall?
The US-China Podcast
China’s internet is famously walled off from the global web. Despite barriers including censorship and moderation practices, a unique Chinese digital ecosystem has flourished—and unexpectedly, attracted Americans. The recent temporary exodus of users to RedNote presented a rare opportunity for American and Chinese peoples to digitally interact on a large scale, sharing views and opinions on the Chinese internet’s own turf. Why is China’s internet so different from the global internet and in what ways can it be a bridge, or barrier, for online exchange? Yaling Jiang joins...
info_outlineIn both the United States and Canada, geopolitical tensions with China have given rise to domestic suspicions and even legal restrictions on Chinese communities. Both nations have a history of discriminatory laws and policies that excluded Chinese communities, leaving a legacy of anti-Asian sentiment that persists today. Recent events, including the spike in anti-Asian racism during the COVID-19 pandemic and laws prohibiting Chinese nationals from purchasing property in some U.S. states, echo these historical patterns of exclusion and discrimination.
In an interview recorded on August 13, 2024, Henry Yu explores the relevance of historic Chinese migration on the Pacific coast to contemporary geopolitics, and how acknowledging this shared past can help foster more informed discussions on race and immigration in North America.
About the speaker: https://www.ncuscr.org/video/chinese-immigration-canada-us/
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