German Chancellor Olaf Scholz took office previous December 2022—ending the 16-year rule of former chancellor Angela Merkel. The new leadership under Scholz claims to emphasize a values-based foreign policy that focuses on democracy and human rights. This marks a shift in attitude from Merkel, who largely turned a blind eye to China’s human rights abuses—prioritizing policies […]
The Chinese Communist Party (CCP) has been busy locking down Chinese cities, the widespread closures have made life difficult according to residents. At the same time, the regime has faced international criticism in recent years for human rights abuses, especially against religious groups. NTD hears from a professor in Japan about what exactly the CCP […]
The United States is leveling a fresh wave of sanctions on Russia, as world leaders gather in Brussels. But what did they say was another major concern besides Russia? Are these sanctions enough to hold Russia accountable and deter China from invading Taiwan? NTD sat down with Congressman James Comer to discuss. China wants to help […]
CARACAS/WASHINGTON—Venezuela released two jailed U.S. citizens on Tuesday in an apparent goodwill gesture toward the Biden administration following a visit to Caracas by a high-level U.S. delegation. One of the freed prisoners was Gustavo Cardenas, among six Citgo oil executives arrested in 2017 and convicted on charges the U.S. government says were fabricated. The other […]
Speaking of diplomatic boycotts—one country is making a last-minute addition to the list. India announced a diplomatic boycott of the Beijing Olympics Thursday—one day before the event’s official start. But not because of China’s human rights abuses.
The Chinese Communist Party (CCP) is set to host its second Olympic Games while massive genocide against its own people is taking place. Rep. Scott Perry (R-Pa.) says that the time is now to hold the CCP accountable.
The Beijing Olympics is right around the corner. And a U.S. agency is raising alarm over U.S. athletes’ safety. The Congressional-Executive Commission on China is pressing U.S. Olympic officials to protect American athletes. That is if the athletes choose to speak out against China’s human rights abuses.
Just four days before the Beijing Winter Olympics begin, NBA star Enes Kanter Freedom joined Congressman Michael McCaul in calling out the Chinese Communist Party (CCP). Freedom denounced the CCP for what he called their horrific human rights abuses. He also urged all athletes to stand up for their moral values.
At the White House Monday, President Joe Biden met with state governors, encouraging them to make good use of the billions in federal aid received this past year. Hours later, he welcomed Qatar’s leader to discuss oil supply, Iran nuclear talks, and Afghanistan. Critical race theory may have been the deciding factor in the race […]
