Simply Politics, from China
Simply News has released a new show: ”Simply Politics, from China”. This podcast is a daily news show covering articles about U.S. politics that are written in Mandarin for Chinese audiences. The podcast is fully AI-generated, with a team of AI news agents working together to find stories, translate articles, and produce the show.
Episodes

Thursday May 22, 2025
Thursday May 22, 2025
Explore China's 2025 National Security White Paper and its implications for domestic and foreign policy. Delve into the new Private Economy Promotion Law aimed at bolstering China's private sector. Plus, uncover China's intensified efforts to exploit political divisions within Taiwan, raising regional tensions. Join us for an in-depth analysis of these developments and their global impact.Sources:https://behorizon.org/chinas-national-security-in-the-new-era-anxious-power-ambitious-vision/https://www.nbr.org/publication/an-analysis-of-chinas-white-paper-on-national-security-in-the-new-era/https://kinacentrum.se/en/publications/sources-of-instability-reading-chinas-new-national-security-white-paper/https://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/global-times-white-paper-highlights-chinas-proactive-steadfast-practice-of-gsi-stresses-countrys-contribution-to-global-security-302457408.htmlhttps://www.strategicstudyindia.com/2025/05/chinas-2025-national-security-white.html?m=1https://www.advant-nctm.com/en/news/il-piano-legislativo-cinese-2025-cosa-aspettarsihttps://npcobserver.com/2025/05/china-private-economy-law-government-accountability/https://www.regulationasia.com/china-state-council-sets-out-legislative-priorities-for-2025/https://npcobserver.com/2025/05/http://en.npc.gov.cn.cdurl.cnhttps://www.thinkchina.sg/politics/big-read-taiwans-risky-gamble-relying-us-protection-while-divided-homehttps://english.president.gov.tw/News/6956https://www.taipeitimes.com/News/editorials/archives/2025/05/17/2003837017https://www.fdd.org/analysis/2025/05/15/deterrence-amid-rising-tensions/https://www.andrewerickson.com/2025/05/imposing-the-fate-of-sisyphus-the-pla-as-an-instrument-of-national-power-and-force-preparation-toward-taiwan/https://www.understandingwar.org/backgrounder/china-taiwan-weekly-update-may-17-2025-0https://www.cfr.org/article/china-taiwan-strait-march-2025https://www.aei.org/articles/china-taiwan-weekly-update-may-17-2025/https://wtop.com/world/2025/05/taiwan-alleges-china-is-using-cash-to-win-developing-nations-to-its-stand-on-the-island/https://thedefensepost.com/2025/05/20/taiwan-talk-china-defenses/

Wednesday May 21, 2025
Wednesday May 21, 2025
Explore China's latest 'National Security in the New Era' white paper and its implications for domestic and international policies. Delve into the legislative priorities of China's National People's Congress Standing Committee for 2025. Understand how rising Chinese nationalism is shaping China-US relations and influencing global dynamics. Join us for an in-depth analysis of these pivotal developments.Sources:https://thediplomat.com/2025/05/chinas-2025-national-security-white-paper-holistic-security-amid-rising-global-tensions/https://www.nbr.org/publication/an-analysis-of-chinas-white-paper-on-national-security-in-the-new-era/https://behorizon.org/chinas-national-security-in-the-new-era-anxious-power-ambitious-vision/https://www.bjreview.com/China/202505/t20250519_800402046.htmlhttps://bitterwinter.org/the-white-paper-on-national-security-propaganda-threats-and-promises-to-fight-religious-extremism/https://npcobserver.com/2025/05/china-npc-2025-legislative-plan/https://npcobserver.com/2025/05/https://www.regulationasia.com/china-state-council-sets-out-legislative-priorities-for-2025/https://sinocism.com/p/china-celac-forum-xi-and-lula-morehttps://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/National_People's_Congresshttps://npcobserver.com/2025/05/china-npc-2025-legislative-plan/https://mmlcgroup.com/china-legislative-plan-2025/https://npcobserver.com/2025/05/china-private-economy-law-government-accountability/https://en.spp.gov.cn/2025-05/15/c_1094206.htmhttps://www.chinaservicesinfo.com/s/202505/20/WS682becaa498eec7e1f73724e/procuratorial-public-interest-litigation-law-to-be-reviewed.htmlhttps://moderndiplomacy.eu/2025/05/20/rising-chinese-nationalism-analysis-of-the-political-economic-structure/https://www.aninews.in/news/world/us/marco-rubio-targets-china-for-abusing-trade-practices-stealing-us-technology-and-flooding-us-with-fentanyl20250520213514https://asiatimes.com/2025/05/us-brain-drain-handing-the-global-talent-war-to-china/https://socialistchina.org/2025/05/15/us-war-on-china-a-long-time-coming/https://www.theasiacable.com/p/asia-daily-may-20-2025

Tuesday May 20, 2025
Tuesday May 20, 2025
Explore China's latest national security white paper, 'National Security in the New Era,' which outlines a comprehensive security strategy amid global tensions. Also, delve into the newly introduced Private Economy Promotion Law, aimed at bolstering China's private sector. Join us for an in-depth analysis of these significant developments and their implications for China's domestic and international policies.Sources:https://thediplomat.com/2025/05/chinas-2025-national-security-white-paper-holistic-security-amid-rising-global-tensions/http://english.scio.gov.cn/whitepapers/2025-05/13/content_117873776.htmlhttp://english.scio.gov.cnhttps://english.www.gov.cn/archive/whitepaperhttps://bitterwinter.org/the-white-paper-on-national-security-propaganda-threats-and-promises-to-fight-religious-extremism/https://npcobserver.com/2025/05/china-private-economy-law-government-accountability/http://www.ecns.cn/m/news/economy/2025-05-20/detail-ihersmuc8109669.shtmlhttps://www.chinadaily.com.cn/a/202505/19/WS682a910da310a04af22c0299.htmlhttps://www.shine.cn/news/nation/2505191091/https://npcobserver.com/tag/private-economy-promotion-law/

Monday May 19, 2025
Monday May 19, 2025
Explore China's active participation in the World Health Assembly, its expanding espionage activities in the U.S., and the introduction of a new anti-foreign sanctions law. Discover how these developments are shaping international relations and global economic dynamics. Join us for an in-depth analysis of these critical issues on Simply News Radio.Sources:https://www.ecns.cn/news/politics/2025-05-19/detail-ihersmuc8107861.shtmlhttps://global.chinadaily.com.cn/a/202505/18/WS6829d6a4a310a04af22c00dd.htmlhttps://www.dimsumdaily.hk/china-criticises-nations-for-politicising-taiwan-issue-at-who-assembly/http://www.china.org.cn/2025-05/16/content_117878644.shtmlhttps://www.fmprc.gov.cn/mfa_eng/xw/fyrbt/202505/t20250516_11627314.htmlhttps://www.blackburn.senate.gov/2025/5/china/blackburn-coons-introduce-bill-to-protect-united-states-from-ccp-intellectual-property-thefthttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KwwdfjNveVMhttps://www.instagram.com/p/DJzGzVkAp9f/https://www.cbsnews.com/video/60minutes-2025-05-18/https://www.paramountplus.com/shows/video/z67VC46sdpP9Ihkg9o8Oa0YBSEHTTjxY/https://english.www.gov.cn/news/202505/14/content_WS68245503c6d0868f4e8f28ad.htmlhttps://www.chinalawinsight.com/2025/05/articles/uncategorized/key-points-of-the-anti-foreign-sanctions-law-implementation-rule/https://www.geopolitechs.org/p/china-removed-non-tariff-retaliationhttps://www.consultils.com/post/export-controls-and-unreliable-entity-listhttps://www.lawfaremedia.org/article/the-shifting-landscape-of-u.s.-china-economic-relations

Sunday May 18, 2025
Sunday May 18, 2025
In today's episode, we explore the recent de-escalation in the US-China trade war, with both nations agreeing to significant tariff reductions. We also delve into China's newly released white paper on national security, which outlines its strategic priorities and ambitions on the global stage. Join us as we discuss the economic and political implications of these developments with our correspondents.Sources:https://www.csis.org/analysis/understanding-temporary-de-escalation-us-china-trade-warhttps://www.oxfordeconomics.com/resource/us-china-tariff-deal-signifies-a-major-de-escalation/https://www.whitehouse.gov/briefings-statements/2025/05/joint-statement-on-u-s-china-economic-and-trade-meeting-in-geneva/https://www.fitchratings.com/research/sovereigns/us-china-tariff-de-escalation-does-not-signal-trade-normalisation-13-05-2025https://www.advisorperspectives.com/commentaries/2025/05/16/us-china-trade-truce-impact-market-economic-viewshttps://www.whitehouse.gov/fact-sheets/2025/05/fact-sheet-president-donald-j-trump-secures-a-historic-trade-win-for-the-united-states/https://budgetlab.yale.edu/research/state-us-tariffs-may-12-2025https://www.whitehouse.gov/fact-sheets/2025/05/fact-sheet-president-donald-j-trump-secures-a-historic-trade-win-for-the-united-states/https://budgetlab.yale.edu/research/state-us-tariffs-may-12-2025https://www.whitehouse.gov/fact-sheets/2025/05/fact-sheet-president-donald-j-trump-secures-a-historic-trade-win-for-the-united-states/https://www.whitehouse.gov/briefings-statements/2025/05/joint-statement-on-u-s-china-economic-and-trade-meeting-in-geneva/https://economictimes.com/news/international/global-trends/china-us-agreed-to-establish-economic-and-trade-consultation-mechanism-chinese-vice-premier-he-lifeng/articleshow/121098504.cmshttps://english.www.gov.cn/news/202505/12/content_WS68212d5fc6d0868f4e8f2731.htmlhttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=T0Pcu0krVKchttps://www.whitehouse.gov/briefings-statements/2025/05/joint-statement-on-u-s-china-economic-and-trade-meeting-in-geneva/https://www.whitehouse.gov/articles/2025/05/u-s-announces-china-trade-deal-in-geneva/https://home.treasury.gov/news/press-releases/sb0132https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=J7ymkN3aoEMhttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=R6v31DFVlkkhttps://english.www.gov.cn/news/202505/12/content_WS6821a417c6d0868f4e8f279b.htmlhttps://english.www.gov.cn/news/202505/12/content_WS6821a354c6d0868f4e8f279a.htmlhttps://behorizon.org/chinas-national-security-in-the-new-era-anxious-power-ambitious-vision/https://www.chinadaily.com.cn/a/202505/12/WS68219d5ca310a04af22becb1.htmlhttps://www.chinadailyasia.com/article/611516

Saturday May 17, 2025
Saturday May 17, 2025
Explore China's new national security white paper emphasizing CCP leadership and territorial claims, alongside a major US-China trade agreement reducing tariffs. Plus, the US Congress introduces the COUNTER Act to address China's global military expansion. Join us for in-depth analysis and implications of these pivotal developments.Sources:https://english.www.gov.cn/news/202505/12/content_WS6821a354c6d0868f4e8f279a.htmlhttps://www.globaltimes.cn/page/202505/1333880.shtmlhttps://www.chinadaily.com.cn/a/202505/12/WS68219d5ca310a04af22becb1.htmlhttps://www.andrewerickson.com/2025/05/new-white-paper-chinas-national-security-in-the-new-era/https://www.chinadailyasia.com/article/611516https://www.csis.org/analysis/understanding-temporary-de-escalation-us-china-trade-warhttps://www.gibsondunn.com/stepping-away-from-the-brink-us-china-trade-deal-offers-90-day-tariff-reduction/https://www.whitehouse.gov/fact-sheets/2025/05/fact-sheet-president-donald-j-trump-secures-a-historic-trade-win-for-the-united-states/https://www.gibsondunn.com/stepping-away-from-the-brink-us-china-trade-deal-offers-90-day-tariff-reduction/https://www.csis.org/analysis/understanding-temporary-de-escalation-us-china-trade-warhttps://www.whitehouse.gov/fact-sheets/2025/05/fact-sheet-president-donald-j-trump-secures-a-historic-trade-win-for-the-united-states/https://www.whitehouse.gov/briefings-statements/2025/05/joint-statement-on-u-s-china-economic-and-trade-meeting-in-geneva/https://budgetlab.yale.edu/research/state-us-tariffs-may-12-2025https://www.whitehouse.gov/fact-sheets/2025/05/fact-sheet-president-donald-j-trump-secures-a-historic-trade-win-for-the-united-states/https://www.whitehouse.gov/briefings-statements/2025/05/joint-statement-on-u-s-china-economic-and-trade-meeting-in-geneva/https://www.gibsondunn.com/stepping-away-from-the-brink-us-china-trade-deal-offers-90-day-tariff-reduction/https://www.whitehouse.gov/fact-sheets/2025/05/fact-sheet-president-donald-j-trump-secures-a-historic-trade-win-for-the-united-states/https://www.whitehouse.gov/briefings-statements/2025/05/joint-statement-on-u-s-china-economic-and-trade-meeting-in-geneva/https://budgetlab.yale.edu/research/state-us-tariffs-may-12-2025https://www.armytimes.com/news/your-army/2025/05/15/pacific-land-force-leaders-seek-positional-advantage-against-china/https://www.crisisgroup.org/asia/north-east-asia/china-united-states/347-asia-flux-us-china-and-search-new-equilibriumhttp://breakingdefense.com/2025/05/space-force-should-get-a-quarter-of-pentagon-spending-if-dod-is-serious-about-countering-china/https://www.fdd.org/analysis/2025/05/15/deterrence-amid-rising-tensions/https://fapa.org/2025-0516-six-assurances-to-taiwan-act-introduced-in-house-porcupine-act-introduced-in-senate-taiwan-holds-first-himars-live-fire-drill/https://www.armytimes.com/news/your-army/2025/05/15/pacific-land-force-leaders-seek-positional-advantage-against-china/https://www.crisisgroup.org/asia/north-east-asia/china-united-states/347-asia-flux-us-china-and-search-new-equilibriumhttp://breakingdefense.com/2025/05/space-force-should-get-a-quarter-of-pentagon-spending-if-dod-is-serious-about-countering-china/http://eng.chinamil.com.cn/VOICES/16385897.htmlhttps://www.congress.gov/committee/senate-armed-services/ssas00

Friday May 16, 2025
Friday May 16, 2025
In today's episode, we delve into the landmark trade agreement between the United States and China, marking a significant shift in their economic relations. We also explore the escalating tensions between China and India following India's military operation in Pakistan, and the implications for regional stability. Join us for an in-depth analysis of these pivotal developments in global politics.Sources:https://www.whitehouse.gov/fact-sheets/2025/05/fact-sheet-president-donald-j-trump-secures-a-historic-trade-win-for-the-united-states/https://www.whitehouse.gov/briefings-statements/2025/05/joint-statement-on-u-s-china-economic-and-trade-meeting-in-geneva/https://budgetlab.yale.edu/research/state-us-tariffs-may-12-2025https://www.opindia.com/2025/05/after-pakistans-chinese-weapons-failed-against-india-china-falls-back-on-pr-in-foreign-media-to-save-face/https://economictimes.com/news/defence/how-china-will-feel-the-heat-of-india-pakistan-conflict/articleshow/121159050.cmshttps://thediplomat.com/2025/05/chinas-thinking-on-pahalgam-and-operation-sindoor/https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XM83OAfuhBchttps://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/2025_India%E2%80%93Pakistan_conflict

Thursday May 15, 2025
Thursday May 15, 2025
In today's episode, we delve into the significant economic agreement between China and the United States aimed at easing trade tensions. We also explore the potential diplomatic thaw between China and Canada, as both nations show signs of improving relations. Join us for an in-depth analysis of these developments and their implications for global trade and diplomacy.Sources:https://www.whitehouse.gov/briefings-statements/2025/05/joint-statement-on-u-s-china-economic-and-trade-meeting-in-geneva/https://www.whitecase.com/insight-alert/united-states-and-china-agree-partially-de-escalate-april-tariffshttps://www.whitehouse.gov/briefings-statements/2025/05/joint-statement-on-u-s-china-economic-and-trade-meeting-in-geneva/https://www.whitehouse.gov/articles/2025/05/u-s-announces-china-trade-deal-in-geneva/https://www.ctvnews.ca/politics/article/ready-to-move-on-chinese-ambassador-insists-china-canada-can-move-past-normal-differences/https://www.fmprc.gov.cn/mfa_eng/xw/zwbd/202505/t20250513_11621968.htmlhttps://www.china-briefing.com/news/china-canada-business-opportunities-mark-carney/http://en.people.cn/n3/2025/0515/c90000-20315110.htmlhttps://avitrader.com/2025/05/14/china-lifts-ban-on-boeing-deliveries-following-tariff-truce/

Wednesday May 14, 2025
Wednesday May 14, 2025
In today's episode, we delve into the recent state visit of Chinese President Xi Jinping to Russia, marking a pivotal moment in the China-Russia strategic partnership. We explore the implications of this strengthened alliance for global geopolitics, particularly in the context of Western powers. Join us as we discuss potential outcomes from this high-level meeting and the evolving dynamics of international relations. Tune in for an in-depth analysis of these significant developments.Sources:http://en.cppcc.gov.cn/2025-05/08/c_1091011.htmhttps://www.fmprc.gov.cn/mfa_eng/xw/zyxw/202505/t20250509_11617673.htmlhttps://www.mfa.gov.cn/eng/xw/zyxw/202505/t20250510_11618448.htmlhttps://behorizon.org/xi-jinpings-may-2025-visit-to-russia-geopolitical-significance-and-strategic-implications/http://www.china-embassy.org/eng/zgyw/202505/t20250509_11617673.htmhttps://www.fmprc.gov.cn/mfa_eng/xw/fyrbt/202505/t20250508_11617555.htmlhttp://us.china-embassy.gov.cn/eng/fyrth/202505/t20250513_11621984.htmhttps://www.mfa.gov.cn/eng/xw/fyrbt/202505/t20250509_11618305.htmlhttps://www.instagram.com/p/DJa6XLNxJqX/https://www.instagram.com/news9live/p/DJa6XLNxJqX/?locale=en_US%2Cen_US%2Cen_US%2Cen_UShttps://www.fmprc.gov.cn/mfa_eng/xw/fyrbt/202505/t20250508_11617555.htmlhttps://www.fmprc.gov.cn/eng/xw/fyrbt/202505/t20250507_11616836.htmlhttps://www.mfa.gov.cn/eng/xw/fyrbt/202505/t20250513_11621984.htmlhttp://ke.china-embassy.gov.cn/eng/fyrth/202505/t20250509_11618305.htmhttps://www.mfa.gov.cn/eng/xw/fyrbt/202505/t20250509_11618305.htmlhttp://en.cppcc.gov.cn/2025-05/14/c_1092361.htmhttp://www.china-embassy.org/eng/zgyw/202505/t20250514_11622674.htmhttps://www.mfa.gov.cn/eng/xw/wsrc/202505/t20250510_11618606.htmlhttps://www.gov.br/mre/en/contact-us/press-area/press-releases/state-visit-of-president-lula-to-china-2013-beijing-may-12-and-13-2025https://www.scmp.com/news/china/diplomacy/article/3309898/brazils-lula-arrives-china-beijing-decries-bullying-latin-americahttps://english.www.gov.cn/news/202505/08/content_WS681cbf2cc6d0868f4e8f25b3.htmlhttps://www.fmprc.gov.cn/eng/xw/zyxw/202505/t20250509_11618129.htmlhttps://behorizon.org/xi-jinpings-may-2025-visit-to-russia-geopolitical-significance-and-strategic-implications/https://socialistchina.org/2025/05/13/putin-it-is-russias-strategic-choice-to-unswervingly-advance-relations-with-china/https://www.mfa.gov.cn/eng/xw/fyrbt/202505/t20250512_11619489.htmlhttps://newsukraine.rbc.ua/news/china-and-brazil-support-possible-ukraine-1747142973.htmlhttps://tass.com/world/1956431https://united24media.com/latest-news/china-backs-ukraines-30-day-ceasefire-proposal-with-us-and-eu-partners-8295https://behorizon.org/xi-jinpings-may-2025-visit-to-russia-geopolitical-significance-and-strategic-implications/https://america.cgtn.com/2025/05/13/the-heat-china-celac-forum-2025https://www.mfa.gov.cn/eng/wjbzhd/202505/t20250513_11622018.htmlhttps://english.www.gov.cn/news/202505/13/content_WS68234033c6d0868f4e8f2811.htmlhttps://www.fmprc.gov.cn/eng/xw/zyxw/202505/t20250514_11622464.htmlhttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UB0rJkiPRZM

Monday May 12, 2025
Monday May 12, 2025
In today's episode, we delve into the landmark trade agreement between the United States and China, highlighting the new consultation framework aimed at easing economic tensions. We also cover Chinese President Xi Jinping's significant state visit to Russia, coinciding with the Victory Day celebrations, and discuss the implications of the deepening Russia-China partnership on global geopolitics. Join us for an in-depth analysis of these pivotal international developments.Sources:https://www.whitehouse.gov/briefings-statements/2025/05/joint-statement-on-u-s-china-economic-and-trade-meeting-in-geneva/https://www.whitehouse.gov/articles/2025/05/u-s-announces-china-trade-deal-in-geneva/https://www.politico.com/news/2025/05/11/bessent-productive-talks-china-00340872https://www.whitehouse.gov/briefings-statements/2025/05/joint-statement-on-u-s-china-economic-and-trade-meeting-in-geneva/https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qHqHYz0Vb5Uhttps://insidetrade.com/daily-news/china-talks-us-lead-new-trade-consultation-mechanism-major-consensuseshttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WnVMAZo2lAYhttp://en.kremlin.ru/events/president/news/76873https://www.brookings.edu/articles/xi-jinpings-moscow-visit-highlights-chinas-strategic-vulnerabilities/http://newyork.china-consulate.gov.cn/eng/xw/202505/t20250509_11617673.htmhttps://newyork.china-consulate.gov.cn/eng/xw/202505/t20250510_11618448.htm