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China Expands Permanent Coast Guard Footprint East of Taiwan
world2 days ago

China Expands Permanent Coast Guard Footprint East of Taiwan

The PRC has established a near-permanent coast guard presence east of Taiwan with continuous patrols, law-enforcement traffic checks, and regular scientific surveys in the PRC-claimed EEZ, complemented by naval drills and undersea research. Framed as defending Beijing’s maritime claims, the move signals a long-term effort to erode Taiwan’s customary rights and pre-position for a possible blockade or quarantine, prompting Taiwan and its partners to enhance surveillance, legal countermeasures, and joint coast guard activities to deter expansion.

via Institute for the Study of War|
#coast-guard#eez#first-island-chain
Beijing Quietly Rewires Near‑Taiwan Waters as Hypersonics Go Big
world2 months ago

Beijing Quietly Rewires Near‑Taiwan Waters as Hypersonics Go Big

Beijing is expanding law‑enforcement and research activity east of Taiwan, effectively treating the area as PRC near‑shore waters to erode Taiwanese sovereignty and broaden power projection; it also showcases hypersonic capability with the DF‑17/DF‑ZF and signals deeper long‑range carrier operations from Liaoning. At the same time, China deepens military ties with Russia, conducts joint drills with Japan and the US, and pursues information operations and suspected election interference aimed at Taiwan. Taiwan responds with combat-readiness drills ahead of Han Kuang, while Scarborough Shoal disputes persist and Cuban SIGINT monitoring draws attention, all set against a Chinese UN governance white paper and export controls intended to strengthen Beijing’s global leverage.

via Institute for the Study of War|
#election-interference#hypersonic-missiles#liaoning
Arcadia Mayor Faces Federal Charge for Acting as Foreign Agent for PRC
crime3 months ago

Arcadia Mayor Faces Federal Charge for Acting as Foreign Agent for PRC

Arcadia, California Mayor Eileen Wang has been charged in federal court with acting as an illegal agent of the People’s Republic of China and is expected to plead guilty to a felony carrying up to 10 years in prison. Prosecutors say Wang and Yaoning "Mike" Sun operated the U.S. News Center to promote PRC interests under directives from PRC officials, including posting pro-PRC content and editing articles after requests from PRC officials. Sun is already serving a four-year sentence after a 2025 guilty plea. The case cites encrypted WeChat communications and interactions with high-level PRC figures; the FBI is investigating. Initial court appearances are anticipated in Los Angeles.

via Department of Justice (.gov)|
#arcadia#crime#eileen-wang
Arcadia Mayor Charged as Chinese Agent in Federal Case
crime3 months ago

Arcadia Mayor Charged as Chinese Agent in Federal Case

Arcadia Mayor Eileen Wang has been charged in federal court with acting as an illegal agent of the People’s Republic of China and has agreed to plead guilty to one felony count, potentially facing up to 10 years in prison. The case centers on a PRC‑linked propaganda operation run with Yaoning Sun via the U.S. News Center, with Sun already sentenced in a related matter. The FBI and DOJ describe the scheme as an effort to influence U.S. democracy and public discourse through coordinated pro‑PRC content.

via Department of Justice (.gov)|
#arcadia#crime#eileen-wang
USPS Implements Temporary 8% Increase on Key Shipping Prices
national-news5 months ago

USPS Implements Temporary 8% Increase on Key Shipping Prices

The U.S. Postal Service filed a time-limited, 8% price increase with the Postal Regulatory Commission that will raise base rates for Priority Mail Express, Priority Mail, USPS Ground Advantage, and Parcel Select. The change takes effect April 26 and remains in place through January 17, 2027, aimed at better aligning transportation costs with market conditions while preserving the universal service obligation. First-Class stamps are not affected, and the PRC will review the filing before it goes into effect; USPS notes the increase is still lower than many competitors’ fuel surcharges.

via USPS|
#competitive-products#national-news#prc
cybersecurity2 years ago

"Defending Critical Infrastructure: Addressing the Ongoing Chinese Hacking Threat"

CISA has issued a fact sheet warning critical infrastructure leaders about the urgent risk posed by Volt Typhoon, a state-sponsored cyber threat from the People's Republic of China. The fact sheet provides guidance on specific actions to prioritize the protection of organizations from this threat activity and urges leaders to read the guidance to defend against the threat. Additionally, CISA recommends referring to related resources for more information on Volt Typhoon and secure design principles and practices.

via CISA|
#cisa#critical-infrastructure#cybersecurity