supply chain
Red Sea Strife Will Cause Supply Chain Disruptions Akin to COVID Era Shortages: Expert
Disruptions in the Red Sea are impacting the supply chain and economy, with Iran-backed Houthis continuing to attack ships in the critical trade route. To discuss the effects of these attacks, NTD spoke with Jim Nelles, a supply chain consultant.
Expect Delay in Supply Chain If Red Sea Crisis Continues: Supply Chain Consultant
The Houthis are attacking container ships in the Red Sea. To explore the situation and how it will impact the global supply chain, NTD spoke with Jim Nelles, a supply chain consultant and economic analyst.
Manufacturers Face Challenges in Reducing Dependency on Chinese Suppliers
In a noteworthy development, UK vehicle production, reported by the Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders, has surpassed one million for the first time since 2019. The surge is credited to the alleviation of pandemic restrictions, encompassing challenges like chip shortages and lockdowns, along with a boost in electric car manufacturing. Mike Hawes, CEO of […]
Our Supply Chain Is Dependent on China: Gen. Robert Spalding Analyzes Defense Bill, War Prep With China
The United States is preparing for a hypothetical war with China by 2030. This year’s National Defense Authorization Act lays out ways to begin strengthening U.S. defenses in the event of a war. Joining us now to discuss, we have retired General Robert Spalding, a national security analyst and Epoch Times contributor.
House Oversight Committee’s Hearing on Securing the Critical Mineral Supply Chain
The House Oversight Committee Economic Growth, Energy Policy, and Regulatory Affairs Subcommittee holds a hearing on “Digging Deeper: Ensuring Safety and Security in the Critical Mineral Supply Chain” at 2:00 p.m. ET on Nov. 30. Witnesses: Steve Feldgus, Deputy Assistant Secretary, Lands and Minerals Management, U.S. Department of the Interior Isabel Munilla, Deputy Assistant Secretary, […]
House Oversight Committee’s Hearing on Security of Federal Software Supply Chain
The House Oversight Committee’s Cybersecurity, Information Technology, and Government Innovation Subcommittee holds a hearing at 11 a.m. ET on Nov. 29 on “Safeguarding the Federal Software Supply Chain.” Witnesses: Jennifer Bisceglle, founder and CEO, Interos, Inc. Jamil Jaffer, founder and executive director, National Security Institute, Antonin Scalia Law School, George Mason University James Lewis, senior […]
China Fighting Against Supply Chain Decoupling
Beijing is trying to hold onto foreign business, while Western companies are looking for ways to reduce their dependence on China’s supply chains. On Tuesday, Premier Li Qiang said China is willing to build closer ties with “all countries.” He made the comment during the “China International Supply Chain Expo” China’s first-ever Expo of this […]
Planned US Rare Earth Factory Tied to China Footprint
Washington wants to build up its domestic rare-earths supply chain, but the company it’s tapping to help has a big China footprint. The Pentagon announced an award of nearly $95 million to a company named E-VAC Magnetics. Rare earth magnets power electric vehicles, wind turbines, and smartphones and they’re critical for both military and industrial […]
Taiwan’s Economic Security: How is Chip Nationalism Affecting Taiwan?–A Stimson Conversation
In an event held by Stimson at 10:30 a.m. ET on Aug. 29, Chien-Huei Wu, Ph.D., visiting fellow at Stimson Center East Asia Program will speak about how Taiwan has responded to global semiconductor supply chain restructuring spurred by the United States. Yuki Tatsumi, senior fellow and co-director of Stimson Center East Asia Program and […]
House Natural Resources Committee Oversight Field Hearing on ‘Critical Minerals in the American Southwest’
The House Committee on Natural Resources, Subcommittee on Oversight and Investigations, holds an oversight field hearing on “Securing Supply Chains: Access to Critical Minerals in the American Southwest” at 1 p.m. ET on July 21 to examine the vast mineral potential of the American Southwest.
AG Garland Announces Arrests Related to Fentanyl Supply Chain
U.S. Attorney General Merrick Garland, joined by Deputy Attorney General Lisa Monaco and other law enforcement officials, holds a press conference at 12:00 p.m. ET on June 23 announcing arrests to disrupt the fentanyl precursor supply chain.
India a ‘Tremendous Opportunity’ to Move Supply Chains From China: Analyst on Biden-Modi Meeting
President Joe Biden extended a warm welcome to Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday. NTD spoke with Alex Gray, who says that Indian manufacturing is a “tremendous opportunity” for the West to move supply chains from China. Gray is a senior fellow at the American Foreign Policy Council and former chief of staff for […]
G-7 Weighs Reducing Reliance on China
The world’s seven strongest economies are weighing whether to cut reliance on China, Germany’s finance minister commented Friday. Leaders from the group, called the Group of Seven (G-7), are meeting in Japan. Tokyo has been leading efforts to diversify supply chains away from China by building partnerships with low- and middle-income countries through investment and […]
Critical Minerals: Challenges to Meet Demand
Much of the technology in modern life relies on critical minerals found in rocks. These include mobile phones, electric car batteries, wind turbines, and solar panels. China dominates this market and MPs are looking at ways to diversify the supply chain. NTD sat down with the founder of the Critical Minerals Association to find out […]
Capitol Report (Jan. 11): Report: Biden Aides Find More Classified Documents; House Passes New Abortion-Related Bill
President Joe Biden’s aides have reportedly found a second batch of classified documents at a new location. The White House is refusing to answer key questions. Abortion is on the floor of the House Wednesday. What’s in this Republican-led “born alive” bill, and why do Democrats oppose it? As the global supply chain tries to […]
Supply Chain Shortages Still Linger
Most Americans are affected—either directly or indirectly—by the global supply chain shortage, following the global pandemic originating in communist China. NTD spoke to Keith Krach, former under secretary of state for economic growth, energy, and environment, for his insights on the matter.