{"podcast":{"title":"China in Focus - NTD on Odysee","slug":"china-in-focus-ntd-on-odysee-6423657","podcast_index_feed_id":6423657,"rss_url":"https://odysee.com/$/rss/@ChinainFocus:a","website_url":"https://odysee.com/@ChinainFocus:a","image_url":"https://thumbnails.lbry.com/UCBOqkAGTtzZVmKvY4SwdZ2g","author":"China in Focus - NTD","episode_count":50,"summary":"\"China in Focus\" is a new Youtube channel created by NTD to provide viewers with fast, compelling, first-hand news from China. NTD is a New York-based global news and entertainment media company founded in 2001. We believe the integrity of our world hinges on the accurate and truthful spread of information. We dedicate ourselves to providing the truth, no matter the cost, and shedding light on major issues. We cover the stories that others don’t. Our unbiased news provides critical information and insight. Our exclusive analyses cut through the complicated political landscape and provide a clear perspective. We hold ourselves responsible to society by steering clear of sensationalism and producing news with the utmost integrity. Support our work: https://www.bestgift.tv/china-in-focus Website: https://www.ntd.com/china-in-focus Twitter: https://twitter.com/ChinaInFocusNTD Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/NTDChinainFocus Contact us: chinainfocus@ntdtv.org","last_synced_at":"2026-08-02T00:21:31.889617+00:00","page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/china-in-focus-ntd-on-odysee-6423657"},"episode":{"title":"U.S. Sanctions Russia, Iran, China and India | China in Focus","slug":"u-s-sanctions-russia-iran-china-and-india-china-in-focus","published_at":"2026-08-01T01:00:06+00:00","page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/china-in-focus-ntd-on-odysee-6423657/u-s-sanctions-russia-iran-china-and-india-china-in-focus","show_page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/china-in-focus-ntd-on-odysee-6423657","url":"https://odysee.com/u.s.-sanctions-russia%2C-iran%2C-china-and:ad57bb13c305c0345184d33ea0a07763162fd939","audio_url":"https://odysee.com/$/rss/media/u.s.-sanctions-russia%2C-iran%2C-china-and/ad57bb13c305c0345184d33ea0a07763162fd939/cc12af.mp4","summary":"A cross-border network is under fire. The U.S. is sanctioning entities in Russia, Iran, and China. Officials say they provided support for Iran’s military. Tesla, SpaceX, and China: A new report raises questions about a potential merger, while CEO Elon Musk pushes back. We explore what’s behind the report and the growing trend of companies separating from China operations. China’s economy shows new signs of weakness. Factory activity fell in July as demand declined, while ongoing trade tensions with the U.S. and Europe create more challenges for Beijing. Former White House Chief Medical Adviser Dr. Anthony Fauci refuses to answer questions before Congress about the pandemic’s early days. We examine Beijing’s cover-up and the role played by the World Health Organization. 00:00 Intro 01:07 U.S. Sanctions Global Network Linked to Iranian Airline 01:57 Two Chinese Firms, One Individual Sanctioned 02:13 Tesla Weighs Options for China Operations: WSJ 03:28 Firms Have Separated China Operations in Recent Years 03:55 China Factory Activity Slows in July Amid Weak Demand 05:00 Trump Renews Criticism of China's COVID Cover-Up 06:39 President Trump Withdrew the U.S. From WHO Twice 07:15 Proposal Seeks Audit of Tech Firms' China Ties 10:21 Kamenar: Apple's China Reliance Puts Investors at Risk 13:20 EU Launches 'AI Gigafactories' to Challenge Rivals 14:59 UK Approves Massive Chinese Embassy Project 15:52 China Steps Up Scarborough Patrols as U.S. Backs Manila 17:08 China Coast Guard Patrols East of Taiwan Spark Anger 17:31 Expert Analysis: South China Sea Disputes 17:45 China Tests Control Over South China Sea Shoal 18:26 U.S. Pushes Back Against China's Maritime Moves 20:40 South China Sea: A Battle for Strategic Control 🇺🇸 Stay updated with breaking…","meta_description":"A cross-border network is under fire. The U.S. is sanctioning entities in Russia, Iran, and China. Officials say they provided support for Iran’s military…","key_points":[],"chapters":[],"topics":[],"duration_seconds":1353,"processing_state":"not_requested","actions":[{"name":"request_transcript","method":"POST","url":"https://stenobird.com/v1/public/podcasts/china-in-focus-ntd-on-odysee-6423657/episodes/u-s-sanctions-russia-iran-china-and-india-china-in-focus/transcription-requests","description":"Idempotently request low-priority transcript generation for this episode."},{"name":"read_markdown","method":"GET","url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/china-in-focus-ntd-on-odysee-6423657/u-s-sanctions-russia-iran-china-and-india-china-in-focus.md","description":"Read the agent-friendly Markdown representation of this episode resource."}]}}