On Friday, April 25, 2025 (Eastern Time), the Washington-based think tank “Committee on the Present Danger: China” (CPDC) held a webinar with the theme “World War Xi: The Mideast Front,” discussing the malicious influence of the Chinese Communist Party (CCP) in the Middle East region and how the United States and its allies can respond. The event was live-streamed with real-time translation subtitles by New Tang Dynasty Television and Epoch Times.
The webinar delved into the growing concerns about China’s activities in the Middle East and highlighted the need for a coordinated response to counter the CCP’s aggressive behavior in the region. Experts and analysts shared insights on the geopolitical implications of China’s expanding presence in the Mideast and the potential risks it poses to global security.
The discussions also touched upon the strategic interests of both China and the United States in the Middle East, underscoring the need for a clear understanding of the CCP’s objectives in the region. Participants analyzed China’s investments, infrastructure projects, and military activities in the Mideast, emphasizing the need for enhanced vigilance to safeguard against potential threats.
The webinar attracted a diverse audience, including policymakers, scholars, journalists, and concerned citizens, reflecting the growing awareness of the strategic importance of the Middle East in the context of great power competition. The event served as a platform for dialogue and information sharing on the evolving dynamics of the CCP’s influence in the region.
As the webinar concluded, participants reiterated the importance of unity among democratic nations in confronting China’s growing assertiveness and promoting a free and open Indo-Pacific region. The event underscored the urgency of developing coherent strategies to address the multifaceted challenges posed by China’s global ambitions and underscored the need for sustained international cooperation to uphold shared democratic values.
For those who missed the live broadcast, the webinar recordings are available for viewing on respective platforms:
Epoch Times: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KPlqlHpKdLw
New Tang Dynasty Television: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YwkmzK8HdCM
Ganjing World: https://www.ganjingworld.com/live/1hjrlipofov36JOxGYixfhjFd1vl1c
The event served as a reminder of the ongoing efforts to raise awareness about the challenges posed by the CCP’s global ambitions and the imperative for proactive engagement to safeguard international security and stability.