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China In Focus

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China
United States
Taiwan
Japan
Iran
Chinese Communist Party
Venezuela
Donald Trump
Beijing
Xi Jinping
Fentanyl
Hong Kong
Tariffs
President Trump
Russia
Cybersecurity
South China Sea
Greenland
Trump Administration
National Security

Fast, compelling, first-hand news from China. China in Focus airs Monday–Friday at 9:30 p.m. ET. Hosted By Tiffany Meier

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Latest Episodes

00:00 Intro

01:04 Trump Signs Orders Targeting Birth Tourism

02:38 Schweizer: CCP Exploits Birth Tourism on 'Industrial' Scale

03:56 Trump's Birth Tourism EO Likely to Face Court Challenge

04:16 FBI Raids Home of Chinese-American Media Mogul

05:... more

00:00 Intro

01:20 U.S. Cuts F-1 Visas for Chinese Students by 46%

03:37 U.S. to Reject More Visa Applications From China

04:20 FBI Says It Prevented 715 Terror Plots in U.S.

05:25 Death of Child Puts China Biotech Under Scrutiny

06:21 Han Kuang ... more

00:00 Intro

00:57 Taiwan Simulates Chinese Invasion in War Games

02:10 Taiwan Investigates 17 Chinese Firms

02:45 China Responds to U.S. Pressure With Drone Export Controls

03:52 Trump Accuses China of Funding Anti-Data Center Campaign

05:17 FBI... more

00:00 Intro

00:50 Japan: Must Meet China Challenge With National Strength

02:07 U.S. Commander: No Nation Will Dominate Indo-Pacific

02:57 U.S. Army Modernizes Fast as China Expands Its Reach

03:16 U.S. Land Power Uses High Tech to Deter Chinese ... more

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Recent Guests

Wang Ting-Yu
Taiwanese lawmaker, member of Foreign Affairs and National Defense Committee
Taiwanese Legislature
Episode: Japan: Must Meet China Challenge With National Strength - China in Focus
Rick Fisher
Senior Fellow at the International Assessment and Strategy Center
International Assessment and Strategy Center
Episode: U.S. Sanctions Global Network Linked to Iranian Airline - China in Focus
Paul Kamenar
Counsel to the National Legal and Policy Center
National Legal and Policy Center
Episode: U.S. Sanctions Global Network Linked to Iranian Airline - China in Focus
Gerard Filletti
Middle East affairs analyst and attorney specializing in international law
Independent analyst
Episode: U.S.-Led Alliance Aims to Keep 6G Out of China’s Orbit - China in Focus
Don Olsh
Geopolitical analyst specializing in China
Geopolitical analyst
Episode: Pandemic Hearing: Fauci Refuses to Answer Questions - China in Focus
Alan Zhang
Research assistant at the Heritage Foundation's Asian Studies Center
Heritage Foundation
Episode: China: U.S. Forced Labor Tariffs Capped at 20% - China in Focus
Lauren Fix
Automotive expert
Car Coach Reports
Episode: China: U.S. Forced Labor Tariffs Capped at 20% - China in Focus
Chris Beer
NTD automotive journalist
NTD
Episode: China: U.S. Forced Labor Tariffs Capped at 20% - China in Focus
Ariel Roth
Head of the National Telecommunications and Information Administration
NTIA / U.S. government
Episode: China: U.S. Forced Labor Tariffs Capped at 20% - China in Focus

Host

Tiffany Meier
Host of China In Focus

Reviews

4.2 out of 5 stars from 75 ratings
  • Best Podcast on China

    I’ve listened to various podcasts throughout the last decade. This podcast/YouTube channel is in the top of my five favourites if not my top go-to.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    BBBCanada
    Canada8 months ago
  • Bro

    Just give it up lil bro ts aint tuff💀💀💀💔💔💔

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Ermwhat……
    Canadaa year ago
  • Best podcast in my portfolio

    I have over 20 podcasts that I regularly listen to… Normally at 2x speed. However, this is the only podcast that I listen to at the normal speed… I don’t want to miss a single word. Tiffany is very insightful, very well Informed, and explains complicate subjects in a very understandable way. Tiffany and your very knowledgeable staff is the highlight of my day. Keep up the good work guys.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    RRIG666
    United Statesa year ago
  • Basically propaganda. Was expecting some information instead of politicians' talking points

    Podcast Addict
    1
    Marc1
    2 years ago
  • Cheap propaganda

    Biased, cheap propaganda

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Khayyam 9t
    Canada2 years ago

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Guest lineup and coverage on Taiwan, US–China ties, and security are frequent positives for sponsorship suitability.
Audience values credible, data-driven discussion with diverse expert viewpoints.
Balances deep geopolitics with accessible explainers for non-experts.
Some reviews raise concerns about perceived bias or propaganda; overall quality praised by many.

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#250
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#111
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#120
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#128
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Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

U.S.-Led Alliance Aims to Keep 6G Out of China’s Orbit - China in Focus
Q: What makes the 6G push different from previous tech shifts, and why is it important to prevent a repeat of Huawei's dominance?
The shift is not a simple upgrade but a new model that integrates software and AI from the ground up, with security designed in from day one; preventing dominance by a single actor like Huawei is seen as essential to protect freely-run infrastructure and democratic values.
U.S.-Led Alliance Aims to Keep 6G Out of China’s Orbit - China in Focus
Q: How significant is this alliance, especially when it comes to global security?
It is extremely significant; the alliance aims to lock out Chinese influence in 6G by aligning multiple democracies, which would influence both global security and the economic dimensions of future technology.
China: U.S. Forced Labor Tariffs Capped at 20% - China in Focus
Q: What happens without laws like this and what protections are needed for consumers regarding data and surveillance in Chinese cars?
Lauren Fix explains that without protective laws, Chinese cars could undermine U.S. automakers, while also highlighting data-collection concerns as vehicles automatically pair phones and transmit data, underscoring the need for consumer protections and potential legislative action.
China: U.S. Forced Labor Tariffs Capped at 20% - China in Focus
Q: Can you walk us through what some of the instances of forced labor that we know about as it relates to China?
Alan Zhang outlines extensive reporting on the use of minority labor, notably Uyghurs, in Chinese factories with marginal wages, which has driven U.S. legislative action banning imports from certain factories and prompted brands like Apple to demand stronger labor commitments from suppliers.
Beijing Purges Third Top Official, Sparking Speculations - China in Focus
Q: What does the purge imply about Xi Jinping's grip on power?
Analysts suggest it may reflect a rival faction gaining ground, rather than a straightforward consolidation of Xi's power, and that leadership transitions within the CCP are nuanced and factional.

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Geopolitics and U.S.–China relations are at the core, with frequent focus on Taiwan, Iran, and security dynamics in the Indo-Pacific. Episodes blend on-the-ground reporting, official statements, and expert commentary from analysts and former government officials to dissect diplomacy, trade, technology, and human rights issues. A standout trait is the mix of high-level strategic analysis with timely, news-driven updates, often featuring interviews that connect policy moves to real-world impacts for businesses and policymakers. The show is likely to appeal to listeners who want clear, expert context on China-related geopolitics, tech competition, and regional security, along with practical takeaways for policy and strategy.

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Recent guests on China In Focus include:

1. Wang Ting-Yu
2. Rick Fisher
3. Paul Kamenar
4. Gerard Filletti
5. Don Olsh
6. Alan Zhang
7. Lauren Fix
8. Chris Beer

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