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U.S. and China Poised to Avert 100% Tariff as Trump-Xi Meeting Nears, Says Treasury Secretary
The U.S. and China appear close to averting a 100% tariff showdown after Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent said a “substantial framework” has been reached. Trump and Xi are expected to meet this week in South Korea to finalize details of the deal.
From Enforcer to Powerbroker: Zhang Shengmin’s Rise Amid China’s Military Crackdown
China has named veteran anti-corruption enforcer Zhang Shengmin as the second-ranking vice chairman of the Central Military Commission, days after nine generals were purged. The appointment marks a deeper consolidation of Xi Jinping’s power over the military.
Myanmar junta says it seized 30 Starlink receivers in scam center raid
Myanmar’s junta said on Monday it raided one of the country’s most notorious cyberscam centers and seized Starlink satellite internet devices. Myanmar government media The Global New Light of Myanmar said the military “conducted operations in KK Park near Myanmar-Thai border” and had “seized 30 sets of Starlink receivers and accessories,” according to the AFP news agency. AFP said that number is only a fraction of the Starlink devices they identified using satellite imagery and drone photography. On the roof of one building alone in KK Park, images showed nearly 80 of the internet dishes. This Sept. 17, 2025, photo shows what appears to be Starlink satellite dishes on the roof in the KK Park complex in Myanmar’s eastern Myawaddy township, as pictured from Mae Sot district in Thailand’s border province of Tak.(Lillian Suwanrumpha/AFP) The U.S. Congress’ Joint Economic Committee told the AFP news agency they have begun an investigation into Starlink’s involvement with the centers. While it can call owner Elon Musk to a hearing, it cannot compel him to testify. Starlink parent company SpaceX did not immediately respond to a request for comment on Monday. In this Feb. 20, 2025, image released by the Chinese government, a group of 200 Chinese citizens suspected of involvement in scam centers are returned to Nanjing, China under the escort of Chinese police after being repatriated from Myawaddy in Myanmar.(Yin Gang, Xinhua via Getty Images) With reporting by AFP. We are : Investigative Journalism Reportika Investigative Reports Daily Reports Interviews Surveys Reportika
China Arrests Founder of Prominent Underground Church in Multi-City Crackdown
Chinese authorities have detained Zion Church founder Jin Mingri and dozens of members in a nationwide crackdown on unregistered house churches, raising concerns over religious freedom and state control.
North Korea shows off new intercontinental missile at military parade
Nuclear-armed North Korea displayed its most advanced Hwasong-20 intercontinental ballistic missile, described by the North Korean government as the country’s “strongest nuclear strategic weapon system,” state media said on Saturday.
North Korean soldiers who fought with Russian troops against Ukraine celebrated
North Korean soldiers who fought alongside Russian troops against Ukraine marched through Kim Il Sung Square on Friday, carrying the flags of Russia and North Korea as part of the Workers’ Party 80th Anniversary celebrations. Video: North Korea soldiers who fought alongside Russia celebrated at Workers’ Party anniversary The soldiers marched to the Russian patriotic song “To Serve Russia,” a rare and symbolic display of solidarity between Pyongyang and Moscow. According to estimates, around 2,000 North Korean soldiers were killed while supporting Russia’s war in Ukraine. And reports say that under a new deployment plan, North Korea recently sent another 1,000 combat engineers to Russia. Although the event marked the 80th anniversary of the founding of the Workers’ Party, it was also a display of military cooperation between the two countries. Dmitry Medvedev, Deputy Chairman of the Security Council of the Russian Federation, attended the celebrations in Pyongyang. North Korean leader Kim Jong Un speaks with Deputy Chairman of the Russian Security Council and leader of the United Russia political party Dmitry Medvedev as he visits the country for an event marking the 80th anniversary of the founding of the ruling Workers’ Party of Korea (WPK), in Pyongyang, North Korea, October 9, 2025, in this pictured released October 10, 2025 by North Korea’s official Korean Central News Agency.He thanked North Korea for what he called its “steadfast support” for Russia’s ongoing military operation in Ukraine. At Pyongyang’s May Day stadium Russian singer Shaman performed a tribute to the soldiers who fought in Kursk. Kim Jong Un and the audience rose from their seats to honor the soldiers. The parade highlighted the partnership between Moscow and Pyongyang. As the song “To Serve Russia” played across the square, the message was clear: an old alliance is being reshaped for today. We are : Investigative Journalism Reportika Investigative Reports Daily Reports Interviews Surveys Reportika
China Intensifies Military and Cyber Pressure on Taiwan, Defense Ministry Warns
China is ramping up both its military maneuvers and digital warfare against Taiwan, according to a new defense report from Taipei. The report details Beijing’s use of grey zone tactics, live-fire drills, and cyber disinformation campaigns aimed at undermining Taiwanese confidence in their government. As tensions heighten, Taiwan strengthens its own defenses and rhetoric against Beijing’s growing aggression.
70 Years of “Autonomy” in East Turkistan: Rights in Theory and Practice
On the 70th anniversary of the so-called Xinjiang Uyghur Autonomous Region, Dolkun Isa exposes how Beijing’s promise of autonomy in East Turkistan remains a façade, with systemic violations of political, economic, cultural, and religious rights.
25 years of handover and havoc in Hong Kong
25 years of handover and havoc in Hong Kong have been presented in this investigative report. It shows the timeline of Hong Kong and changes post National Security Law in a comprehensive manner.
‘This is fake’ — How North Korea uses AI and deepfakes as a weapon
RFA Perspectives — Deepfake and AI videos are created from tools anyone can download. North Korean hackers are already using the same tools as a weapon. Video: ‘This is fake’ How North Korea is weaponizing AI and deepfake technologyRecently, South Korea’s cybersecurity firm Genians revealed that a North Korean hacking group used AI-generated deepfake military IDs to impersonate defense agencies and launch phishing attacks. Their targets? Officials, journalists, human-rights activists, and researchers. This isn’t new. North Korean IT workers have long used AI and deepfakes to build fake identities—sometimes even stealing U.S. identities to apply for jobs. They appear in video interviews with AI-made faces and voices. Cybersecurity expert Dawid Moczadło, co-founder of Vidoc, shared a video on LinkedIn that experts believe shows these workers in action. At first glance it looks real, but if you watch closely—something feels off. If these workers get hired, they don’t just collect a paycheck. They can plant malware, steal company data, and funnel money back to North Korea’s weapons programs—helping the regime dodge sanctions. AI can make life easier for everyone. But in North Korea’s hands, it becomes a weapon—one that threatens your personal data, private companies, and even national security. For more on North Korea hackers, watch RFA Korean’s three-part series “Whack a Mole”: Part One: Kim Jong Un’s secret soldiers — the hackers Part Two: Cryptocurrency heist Part 3: Are you a North Korean worker? We are : Investigative Journalism Reportika Investigative Reports Daily Reports Interviews Surveys Reportika
