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U.S. Contractor Espionage Plot Tied to China

A former civilian contractor for the U.S. Department of Defense has been indicted in Germany for allegedly offering to spy for the Chinese government. Identified only as Martin D., the American citizen was arrested in Frankfurt in early November 2024. German federal prosecutors announced the indictment on Monday, citing national security concerns.

U.S. Navy Sailor Busted After Spying for China

A U.S. Navy sailor has been convicted of selling military secrets to China, the Department of Justice announced.

Nvidia Plans B30A AI Chip for China Amid U.S. Export Limits

Nvidia, the world’s most valuable chipmaker, is quietly developing a new artificial intelligence chip for the Chinese market that complies with U.S. export restrictions but remains more advanced than products currently approved for sale.

All-American Solar Manufacturing Usurps Chinese Dominance

T1 Energy and Corning have signed a supply agreement to produce a fully domestic solar panel manufacturing chain in an effort to distance the market from China.

Chinese Ambassador Praises Seoul’s Protest Crackdown

China’s ambassador to South Korea, Dai Bing, publicly praised the leftist government of President Lee Jae-myung for targeting conservative and anti-communist voices. Dai’s remarks came after Lee labeled peaceful anti-China demonstrations as “hate rallies” and amid reports that police are investigating conservative activists for political expression.

China Slaps 75.8% Tariff on Canadian Canola in Escalating Trade Fight

China has imposed a 75.8 percent tariff on Canadian canola products, accusing Ottawa of “dumping” underpriced canola seed into the Chinese market to harm domestic farmers. The Chinese Ministry of Commerce announced the measure Tuesday, with implementation beginning Thursday. Beijing’s move is widely viewed as retaliation for Canada’s 100 percent tariff on Chinese electric vehicles (EVs) last year under then–Prime Minister Justin Trudeau.

China Sanctions Lithuanian Banks Over EU Russia Moves

China has announced sanctions against two Lithuanian banks, UAB Urbo Bankas and Mano Bankas AB, in retaliation for the European Union’s recent inclusion of Chinese financial institutions in its latest sanctions package against Russia.

Trump Admin Launches ‘Historic’ Arctic Endeavor

The Trump administration has commissioned the polar icebreaker USCGC Storis, marking a historic step in Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem's "mission to transform the U.S. Coast Guard into a more agile, capable fighting force ready for the challenges of the 21st century," DHS announced.

Xi Jinping Backs Brazil Against U.S. Tariffs in Call with Lula

Chinese dictator Xi Jinping pledged Beijing’s support for Brazil in resisting U.S. trade pressure during a phone call Monday with Brazilian President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva. The discussion came as Brazil’s relationship with Washington deteriorates over President Donald Trump’s push for a new trade deal tied to human rights demands.

Trump Reverses Intel CEO Ouster Demand

President Donald Trump has shifted his position on Intel CEO Lip-Bu Tan, just days after demanding Tan step down over reported ties to Chinese companies. The reversal came following a White House meeting with Tan, Secretary of Commerce Howard Lutnick, and Secretary of the Treasury Scott Bessent.

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