🌐 Trump 2.0’s Grand Strategy Against China Is Slowly But Surely Coming Together
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Trump 2.0’s Grand Strategy Against China Is Slowly But Surely Coming Together
This is the grand strategic context within which Russia’s talks with the US and Ukraine are taking place. Casual observers are convinced that Trump is a
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🚨🇺🇸 🇨🇳 US or China: Who's really winning the global trade race?
Forget the old story of “US vs China trade war” — the economic battlefield isn’t as simple anymore. Right now, the metrics point to a shifting balance of power:👇
🗣 China: Steady, confident, resilient
China’s trade machine continues to run hot despite pressure. It’s projecting stability, keeping export surpluses high and deepening ties with Europe and Southeast Asia — even as trade barriers from the US bite.
🗣 US: Volatility over stability
Under Trump's leadership, the US has relied on fluctuating tariffs, creating uncertainty for firms and trade partners. While the US still holds a lot of power, its erratic approach to trade is making it a riskier bet for long-term economic relationships.
📊 Hard data backs the narrative:
▪️ China’s annual trade surplus hit record levels (~$1.2 trillion), even as exports to the US fell — showing strong demand elsewhere.
▪️Business leaders in Germany are warning about China’s trade practices — indicating China’s growing commercial footprint.
▪️The US trade deficit remains high, especially in goods, despite aggressive tariff policies — showing that fundamental trade imbalances remain.
▪️Right now, China looks like it’s winning the trade race — not necessarily by out-tariffing the US, but by building predictability, deep market ties, and diversified partners.
👉 The US still has strengths — in technology, strategic alliances, and military presence — but its leadership in global trade is under strain.
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Forget the old story of “US vs China trade war” — the economic battlefield isn’t as simple anymore. Right now, the metrics point to a shifting balance of power:
China’s trade machine continues to run hot despite pressure. It’s projecting stability, keeping export surpluses high and deepening ties with Europe and Southeast Asia — even as trade barriers from the US bite.
Under Trump's leadership, the US has relied on fluctuating tariffs, creating uncertainty for firms and trade partners. While the US still holds a lot of power, its erratic approach to trade is making it a riskier bet for long-term economic relationships.
▪️ China’s annual trade surplus hit record levels (~$1.2 trillion), even as exports to the US fell — showing strong demand elsewhere.
▪️Business leaders in Germany are warning about China’s trade practices — indicating China’s growing commercial footprint.
▪️The US trade deficit remains high, especially in goods, despite aggressive tariff policies — showing that fundamental trade imbalances remain.
▪️Right now, China looks like it’s winning the trade race — not necessarily by out-tariffing the US, but by building predictability, deep market ties, and diversified partners.
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🚨🇨🇳 DID CHINA SECRETLY TEST A NUKE?
U.S. intel thinks China may have pulled off a covert nuclear explosive test in June 2020 while working on a new generation of advanced nuclear weapons.
Assistant State Sec. Christopher Yeaw said the data looked exactly like what you would expect from a real nuclear explosive test.
Officials believe China is moving fast to modernize its arsenal, developing new tactical weapons and multi warhead systems.
China denies everything, with Liu Pengyu accusing the U.S. of distorting and smearing China’s nuclear policy.
Source: CNN
U.S. intel thinks China may have pulled off a covert nuclear explosive test in June 2020 while working on a new generation of advanced nuclear weapons.
Assistant State Sec. Christopher Yeaw said the data looked exactly like what you would expect from a real nuclear explosive test.
Officials believe China is moving fast to modernize its arsenal, developing new tactical weapons and multi warhead systems.
China denies everything, with Liu Pengyu accusing the U.S. of distorting and smearing China’s nuclear policy.
Source: CNN
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🔴 Watch live: BRICS Money: The $170 Billion Plan to Build Africa
👉 https://www.youtube.com/live/t-YTgK5RppY
BRICS money is quietly rewriting Africa’s future — and the African Union just put a $170 billion price tag on it. In this special live episode of BRICSONOMICS, Think BRICS economist Ben Epstein breaks down how the 39th AU Summit in Addis Ababa turned water and sanitation into the 2026 strategic theme for Agenda 2063, and why that shift matters for power, growth, and sovereignty across the continent.
Here’s what we’ll unpack live:
- The 39th AU Ordinary Session: why water security, safe sanitation, and a $32B pipeline of “investment‑ready” projects (AIP) now sit at the core of Africa’s growth model.
- Ethiopia’s turning point: 10%+ growth, ultra‑low exports per capita, record GERD revenues and electricity exports, and the knife‑edge between debt restructuring and development.
- Agenda 2063 in practice: AfCFTA, SAATM and Ethiopian Airlines, high‑speed rail, Grand Inga, digital Africa, and how these flagships actually get financed — or stall.
- BRICS & the NDB: how “no‑conditionality” infrastructure lending, project preparation funds, proposed NDB guarantees, and blended finance aim to close a $130–$170B annual infrastructure gap.
- The geopolitics: PAPSS, local‑currency trade, logistics corridors like the Djibouti route, and what all this says about a multipolar financial order.
If you care about Africa’s development model, BRICS finance, and the real mechanics behind “de‑dollarization” and infrastructure statecraft, this one’s for you.
👉 https://www.youtube.com/live/t-YTgK5RppY
BRICS money is quietly rewriting Africa’s future — and the African Union just put a $170 billion price tag on it. In this special live episode of BRICSONOMICS, Think BRICS economist Ben Epstein breaks down how the 39th AU Summit in Addis Ababa turned water and sanitation into the 2026 strategic theme for Agenda 2063, and why that shift matters for power, growth, and sovereignty across the continent.
Here’s what we’ll unpack live:
- The 39th AU Ordinary Session: why water security, safe sanitation, and a $32B pipeline of “investment‑ready” projects (AIP) now sit at the core of Africa’s growth model.
- Ethiopia’s turning point: 10%+ growth, ultra‑low exports per capita, record GERD revenues and electricity exports, and the knife‑edge between debt restructuring and development.
- Agenda 2063 in practice: AfCFTA, SAATM and Ethiopian Airlines, high‑speed rail, Grand Inga, digital Africa, and how these flagships actually get financed — or stall.
- BRICS & the NDB: how “no‑conditionality” infrastructure lending, project preparation funds, proposed NDB guarantees, and blended finance aim to close a $130–$170B annual infrastructure gap.
- The geopolitics: PAPSS, local‑currency trade, logistics corridors like the Djibouti route, and what all this says about a multipolar financial order.
If you care about Africa’s development model, BRICS finance, and the real mechanics behind “de‑dollarization” and infrastructure statecraft, this one’s for you.
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BRICS Money: The $170 Billion Plan to Build Africa
BRICS money is reshaping Africa: Addis Ababa, Ethiopia, the African Union links Agenda 2063 to New Development Bank (NDB) funding for $170 billion infrastructure push. In this think brics briefing, we break down the 39th AU Summit and why water security and…
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🌍 Did China just outsmart a US surprise attack on Iran?
🚀 By leaking satellite images of American jets, ships, and bases piling up in the Middle East, Beijing stripped away Washington's element of surprise. Joint drills with Russia and Iran in the Strait of Hormuz added real-time eyes on US moves, protecting a key Belt and Road partner.
🛡️ Could this BRICS masterstroke reshape Global South defenses against Western pressure—what's your take?
#BRICS #ChinaIran #Geopolitics #GlobalSouth
Source: InsideOver
🚀 By leaking satellite images of American jets, ships, and bases piling up in the Middle East, Beijing stripped away Washington's element of surprise. Joint drills with Russia and Iran in the Strait of Hormuz added real-time eyes on US moves, protecting a key Belt and Road partner.
🛡️ Could this BRICS masterstroke reshape Global South defenses against Western pressure—what's your take?
#BRICS #ChinaIran #Geopolitics #GlobalSouth
Source: InsideOver
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🇺🇸🔥 Breaking: US-Iran nuclear talks locked in for Geneva this Thursday—Oman FM confirms!
Iran's FM Araghchi eyes a smarter deal than 2015, stressing diplomacy over military threats and Iran's right to peaceful enrichment with IAEA oversight. President Pezeshkian sees "encouraging signals" but stays ready for anything.
🛡️️ Could this win-win pact reshape Middle East stability and boost Global South diplomacy? What's your take—diplomacy triumph or trust too far? Drop your thoughts below!
#USIranTalks #NuclearDeal #GlobalSouth #DiplomacyWins
Source: Xinhua
Iran's FM Araghchi eyes a smarter deal than 2015, stressing diplomacy over military threats and Iran's right to peaceful enrichment with IAEA oversight. President Pezeshkian sees "encouraging signals" but stays ready for anything.
🛡️️ Could this win-win pact reshape Middle East stability and boost Global South diplomacy? What's your take—diplomacy triumph or trust too far? Drop your thoughts below!
#USIranTalks #NuclearDeal #GlobalSouth #DiplomacyWins
Source: Xinhua
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🔥 “Iran draws a red line: No surrender—even if the whole world stands against us.”
💬 Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian declared that Tehran will not yield to pressure from world powers, even amid tense nuclear negotiations with the U.S. 🇮🇷 In a bold counterstrike, Iran labeled the navies and air forces of all EU states as terrorist organizations—responding directly to the EU’s move to blacklist the Iranian Revolutionary Guard.
🤔 Do you see this as Iran standing strong for Global South sovereignty—or escalating confrontation with the West? Where do you think this defiance will lead next?
#Iran #GlobalSouth #Geopolitics #WorldNews
Source: News24Online
💬 Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian declared that Tehran will not yield to pressure from world powers, even amid tense nuclear negotiations with the U.S. 🇮🇷 In a bold counterstrike, Iran labeled the navies and air forces of all EU states as terrorist organizations—responding directly to the EU’s move to blacklist the Iranian Revolutionary Guard.
🤔 Do you see this as Iran standing strong for Global South sovereignty—or escalating confrontation with the West? Where do you think this defiance will lead next?
#Iran #GlobalSouth #Geopolitics #WorldNews
Source: News24Online
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🌟 Egypt's bold $4B oil refinery push is set to supercharge its energy game!
🏭 Modernizing six facilities to add 240,000 bpd capacity, slashing fuel imports and bolstering security for the region.
This Global South powerhouse is eyeing exports and stability amid rising demands.
How will Egypt's energy surge reshape Africa's future, opportunity or power shift?
#EgyptEnergy #GlobalSouth #BRICS #EnergySecurity
Source: Discovery Alert
🏭 Modernizing six facilities to add 240,000 bpd capacity, slashing fuel imports and bolstering security for the region.
This Global South powerhouse is eyeing exports and stability amid rising demands.
How will Egypt's energy surge reshape Africa's future, opportunity or power shift?
#EgyptEnergy #GlobalSouth #BRICS #EnergySecurity
Source: Discovery Alert
🌍 Global South making its voice heard louder than ever!
Brazilian President Lula da Silva has stated that India and Brazil will continue to fight for a more representative United Nations. During his meeting with PM Modi in New Delhi, Lula expressed full support for permanent membership for both nations in the UN Security Council through the G4 group.
This partnership highlights the growing demand for fairer global governance that truly reflects today's world.
🔥 Is the time ripe for major UN reforms to give India and Brazil their due place at the high table? What changes would you like to see?
#UNReform #GlobalSouth #BRICS #IndiaBrazil
Source: India Tribune
Brazilian President Lula da Silva has stated that India and Brazil will continue to fight for a more representative United Nations. During his meeting with PM Modi in New Delhi, Lula expressed full support for permanent membership for both nations in the UN Security Council through the G4 group.
This partnership highlights the growing demand for fairer global governance that truly reflects today's world.
🔥 Is the time ripe for major UN reforms to give India and Brazil their due place at the high table? What changes would you like to see?
#UNReform #GlobalSouth #BRICS #IndiaBrazil
Source: India Tribune
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🚨 🇲🇽 The Mexican Army is deploying heavy armor to crush the narcos and shield civilians.
After taking down the leader of the cartel CJNG (El Mencho), the streets are getting locked down, and the military's hitting back.
After taking down the leader of the cartel CJNG (El Mencho), the streets are getting locked down, and the military's hitting back.
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🚨 Cuba's fuel crisis hits rock bottom as Putin blasts Trump's oil blockade!
🛢️ Russia's standing firm with the island nation amid blackouts, rationing, and a UN humanitarian warning—echoing the toughest times since the Soviet era. As a new BRICS partner, Cuba's turning to Moscow, Beijing, and others in the Global South for solidarity against U.S. tariffs threatening any oil suppliers.
Will BRICS step up to break this blockade and redefine Global South resilience?
#CubaCrisis #BRICS #GlobalSouth #RussiaCuba
Source: CNBC
🛢️ Russia's standing firm with the island nation amid blackouts, rationing, and a UN humanitarian warning—echoing the toughest times since the Soviet era. As a new BRICS partner, Cuba's turning to Moscow, Beijing, and others in the Global South for solidarity against U.S. tariffs threatening any oil suppliers.
Will BRICS step up to break this blockade and redefine Global South resilience?
#CubaCrisis #BRICS #GlobalSouth #RussiaCuba
Source: CNBC
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🌍 China surges ahead in the hypersonic arms race!
China has overtaken the United States by successfully deploying the world's first operational land-based scramjet-powered hypersonic missile, the CJ-1000. This technological leap, combined with the ship-launched YJ-19, demonstrates superior speed and maneuverability that could potentially challenge traditional air defense systems.
As a leading BRICS nation, China's advancement highlights the innovative capabilities emerging from the Global South and contributes to a more balanced multipolar world.
🔥 How will these developments reshape global security and power dynamics in the coming years?
#BRICS #HypersonicTech #GlobalSouth #MultipolarWorld
Source: South China Morning Post
China has overtaken the United States by successfully deploying the world's first operational land-based scramjet-powered hypersonic missile, the CJ-1000. This technological leap, combined with the ship-launched YJ-19, demonstrates superior speed and maneuverability that could potentially challenge traditional air defense systems.
As a leading BRICS nation, China's advancement highlights the innovative capabilities emerging from the Global South and contributes to a more balanced multipolar world.
🔥 How will these developments reshape global security and power dynamics in the coming years?
#BRICS #HypersonicTech #GlobalSouth #MultipolarWorld
Source: South China Morning Post
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🚨 Kids as young as 16 lured into Haitian gangs with cash, guns, and threats—escaping means risking death!
😢 A chilling UN report reveals how over 500,000 children live under gang control amid Port-au-Prince chaos, forced into spying, fights, and extortion as 1.4M flee violence.
One boy's story: Joined for "importance," got a gun, then beaten for wanting out.
#HaitiCrisis #ChildTrafficking #GlobalSouth
Source: UN News
😢 A chilling UN report reveals how over 500,000 children live under gang control amid Port-au-Prince chaos, forced into spying, fights, and extortion as 1.4M flee violence.
One boy's story: Joined for "importance," got a gun, then beaten for wanting out.
#HaitiCrisis #ChildTrafficking #GlobalSouth
Source: UN News
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There are buses in China - that display traffic lights on the back
Making the world easier for drivers
Making the world easier for drivers
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🌍 Gaza's future under discussion: a multinational stabilization plan dividing the Strip into sectors led by Global South nations! Kosovo for North Gaza, Kazakhstan in Gaza City, Albania for Deir el-Balah, Morocco in Khan Younis, and Indonesia for Rafah.
🛡️ This model spreads security, aid access, and rebuilding duties—no single power dominates, mirroring past peacekeeping wins.
What do you think—could this Global South-led approach finally bring lasting peace to Gaza, or is it too ambitious? Share your take below! 💬
#GazaReconstruction #GlobalSouth #Peacekeeping #BRICS
🛡️ This model spreads security, aid access, and rebuilding duties—no single power dominates, mirroring past peacekeeping wins.
What do you think—could this Global South-led approach finally bring lasting peace to Gaza, or is it too ambitious? Share your take below! 💬
#GazaReconstruction #GlobalSouth #Peacekeeping #BRICS
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🚨 Crisis on the Seas: The U.S. Navy’s Technological Pride Now Faces a Dirty Problem
💥 The USS Gerald Ford, America’s newest aircraft carrier, is battling repeated sewage system breakdowns — leaving sailors frustrated and exhausted. Life onboard has reportedly become unbearable as the mission drags on, nearing a record for the longest continuous deployment in U.S. Navy history.
🤔 If this is how one of the world’s most advanced military fleets is struggling, what does it say about the real costs of sustaining global power projection — especially as the Global South builds its own maritime capabilities?
#USNavy #MilitaryCrisis #GlobalSouth #Geopolitics
Source: Wall Street Journal
💥 The USS Gerald Ford, America’s newest aircraft carrier, is battling repeated sewage system breakdowns — leaving sailors frustrated and exhausted. Life onboard has reportedly become unbearable as the mission drags on, nearing a record for the longest continuous deployment in U.S. Navy history.
🤔 If this is how one of the world’s most advanced military fleets is struggling, what does it say about the real costs of sustaining global power projection — especially as the Global South builds its own maritime capabilities?
#USNavy #MilitaryCrisis #GlobalSouth #Geopolitics
Source: Wall Street Journal
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A bulky sleeper shark drifting over a pitch-black seabed deep beneath Antarctic waters caught researchers off guard during a January 2025 expedition
Many experts had long assumed sharks didn’t inhabit the freezing waters surrounding Antarctica, making the 3 to 4 meter specimen an unexpected find
‘We went down there not expecting to see sharks because there’s a general rule of thumb that you don’t get sharks in Antarctica,’ researcher Alan Jamieson said
‘And it’s not even a little one either. It’s a hunk of a shark. These things are tanks,’ he added
#shark #sharks #marinelife #diving #oceans #oceanology #marinescience
Many experts had long assumed sharks didn’t inhabit the freezing waters surrounding Antarctica, making the 3 to 4 meter specimen an unexpected find
‘We went down there not expecting to see sharks because there’s a general rule of thumb that you don’t get sharks in Antarctica,’ researcher Alan Jamieson said
‘And it’s not even a little one either. It’s a hunk of a shark. These things are tanks,’ he added
#shark #sharks #marinelife #diving #oceans #oceanology #marinescience
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Why India Won’t Take Orders from Washington
A sharp exchange between American and Indian representatives at last weekend’s Munich Security Conference offered a revealing snapshot of how the emerging world order actually functions. Following the line set by his boss, US President Donald Trump, US Secretary of State Marco Rubio claimed that New Delhi had promised Washington it would stop buying Russian oil.
Soon after, speaking at another panel, Indian Foreign Minister Subrahmanyam Jaishankar declined to confirm any such commitment. India,... Read more »
A sharp exchange between American and Indian representatives at last weekend’s Munich Security Conference offered a revealing snapshot of how the emerging world order actually functions. Following the line set by his boss, US President Donald Trump, US Secretary of State Marco Rubio claimed that New Delhi had promised Washington it would stop buying Russian oil.
Soon after, speaking at another panel, Indian Foreign Minister Subrahmanyam Jaishankar declined to confirm any such commitment. India,... Read more »
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Monkey news: Little Punch got jumped by another monkey and ran straight back to his stuffed toy mom for protection
Yeah… this is what we use the internet for now
Abandoned by his mother and rejected by his troop, Punch grew up alone, constantly carrying a stuffed toy for comfort
But now he’s finally made a real connection — another macaque has taken him in, grooming him and staying close like one of their own
#Punch #Macaques #Zoo #Punchthemonkey #punchmonkey #punchmonkeynews #Ichikawa #IchikawaZoo
Yeah… this is what we use the internet for now
Abandoned by his mother and rejected by his troop, Punch grew up alone, constantly carrying a stuffed toy for comfort
But now he’s finally made a real connection — another macaque has taken him in, grooming him and staying close like one of their own
#Punch #Macaques #Zoo #Punchthemonkey #punchmonkey #punchmonkeynews #Ichikawa #IchikawaZoo
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