“Tang Qing Analyzes Current Affairs: 20 Countries Surround CCP, Huang Chao’s Fury Burns Beijing.”

A global storm is surging towards the Zhongnanhai in China! Recently, the United States has rung the alarm bells to major allies in the Asia-Pacific region, stating that the actions of the Chinese Communist Party (CCP) are increasingly resembling a “war rehearsal.” Over twenty countries have joined hands to lay down a net in the sky and on the ground. The US’ “Golden Sky” missile system is pointing towards Beijing, with allied warships and fighter jets poised in the Taiwan Strait and the South China Sea, ready to crush the CCP’s “military reunification dream”.

Meanwhile, whispers and turmoil are spreading in Zhongnanhai. Defense Minister Dong Jun was absent from a crucial meeting, triggering another wave of military purges within the army. The figure of “Yellow Nest” has suddenly become popular across mainland China, and nursery rhymes singing “iron walls surround the people” are directly hitting at the decadence and evil of the CCP.

Will this international siege coupled with public anger be the CCP’s endgame? Or is it a prelude to the awakening of the Chinese people?

Let’s start with the key meeting of the US military in Hawaii.

Just recently, the United States and over twenty allies convened a joint meeting in Hawaii, setting a new strategy shifting from the previous “loose alliances” to “unified operations” with a clear goal of countering the CCP.

According to the “Wall Street Journal,” this meeting finalized various cooperation mechanisms, including intelligence sharing, joint military exercises, and multinational command systems, with some mechanisms being activated for the first time.

US Indo-Pacific Commander Samuel Paparo warned during the meeting that the CCP now has the capability to deploy “152 warships, dozens of divisions, and three-quarters of its amphibious forces within 24 hours.” He made it clear: this is not an exercise but a rehearsal; the CCP is treading a dangerous path.

On the US side, there is no intention to sit back and watch. The Trump administration has long identified the CCP as the top national security threat. Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth stated during his visit to the Asia-Pacific that the US is rapidly shifting its strategic focus to the Indo-Pacific at an unprecedented speed.

How is the shift made? It’s not just empty words; the US military’s actions are interconnected.

First, let’s look at the deployments. A new “Near Seas Combat Group” has been added to the US military base in Okinawa, targeting the first island chain, specifically to contain the CCP. Paparo mentioned that in the event of a Taiwan Strait conflict erupting, the first step would be to neutralize the CCP’s radars, missile positions, and command centers, to render them “blind and deaf.”

Then, focusing on exercises, this year’s “Golden Cobra” joint military exercise broke records with participants from over thirty countries and over 8,000 soldiers engaged in electronic warfare, amphibious landings, and island seizure operations, essentially rehearsing the “Taiwan Strait script.”

Moreover, it’s not just old partners; Japan, the Philippines, and Australia are now coordinating comprehensively. The “Wall Street Journal” pointed out that Japan has established an “Integrated Operations Command” to coordinate the three armed forces ahead of combat, and by March next year, indigenous anti-ship missiles will be deployed, prepared to act at any moment.

While Australia and the Philippines may not lie along the first island chain geographically, their advantageous positions allow them to closely monitor the CCP’s maritime and aerial movements, creating a “multi-point advantage” in coordination with the US military.

Let’s talk about the US military’s secret weapon—the new generation of anti-ship missiles. Paparo describes it as a “game-changer,” precisely targeting the CCP’s naval fleet, forcing the CCP to reconsider their calculations. The long-range hypersonic missiles are even more elusive, striking quickly and being unstoppable, significantly boosting the deterrent power.

Taiwan is also not sitting idle, simultaneously strengthening its defense systems:

– Radar: Deploying a “road paving claw” with a range of 3,500 miles making missile interception easy.
– Air Defense: Equipped with the “Patriot” system, awaiting the quick delivery of the NASAMS medium-range air defense system, and increasing production of the “Sky Bow” missiles.
– Anti-ship missiles: Aside from producing the “Tien Kung” missile domestically, they are also purchasing the “Harpoon” shore-based cruise missiles from the US.
– Mine-laying: The Taiwanese Navy is investing in mine-laying ships to deploy mines in ports during crucial times, creating a hidden minefield.
– Anti-landing operations: Taiwan is stockpiling attack drones and “Javelin” missiles, ready to target tanks once the enemy lands.

The “Wall Street Journal” also mentioned that the US military conducted over forty live-fire drills in a year to overcome geographical disadvantages, with the latest being a joint drill with Australian and Philippine forces in the South China Sea to rehearse “defending against landings,” setting traps in advance for the CCP’s attack routes.

Of course, the US military has its shortcomings. Marine Corps General James Glynn of the Pacific Fleet admits that there are not enough amphibious transport vehicles, which could slow down troop movement. However, he also mentioned, “We are not unprepared, we just haven’t chosen to prepare as much before.”

Ultimately, this is no longer a fight led solely by the US, but a coordinated effort by dozens of countries to encircle the CCP layer by layer.

Do you think the US’ “global encirclement” strategy could truly prevent the CCP from taking action?

Speaking of US military preparations, even the “last lifeline”—battlefield medical care—is undergoing a significant upgrade.

According to Defense One, during the Iraq and Afghanistan wars, the US military could transport wounded personnel to hospitals within an hour, known as the “golden hour.” However, if a conflict were to break out in the Pacific theater against the CCP, that “hour” might not suffice.

US Army Major General Darrin Cox of the 18th Medical Command stated that in a potential conflict with the CCP, it would not be possible to fly there within an hour, and there might be a lack of air superiority.

Therefore, the US military is now changing its strategy, no longer relying on the speed of transport but instead equipping frontline units with life-saving skills. The army has increased combat medic training by several days, teaching soldiers on-the-spot blood transfusions for saving lives. In the Pacific region, multiple dispersed command nodes and logistic points have been set up to place rescue and supplies nearby.

Furthermore, the US military is practicing “joint operational medicine” with allies to enhance coordination. In the event of a real conflict, healthcare systems of various nations must function like gears, or else all efforts would be in vain.

Cox specifically mentioned the lessons learned from the war in Ukraine: previously, there was an illusion that evacuating a battlefield within a few hours was possible, but now, even days may not be enough. This indicates that the entire US military medical system must be thoroughly restructured.

He stated, “While we hope to prevent the outbreak of war through deterrence, if it comes to that, we need to ensure readiness.”

If there were trouble in the Taiwan Strait, it might not merely be a clash of firepower but could become a battle of endurance to see “who can hold out the longest.” At such times, the medical system becomes crucial for sustaining life and must not fail.

Apart from positioning forces in the Indo-Pacific region, the US recently unveiled a genuine “technological nuclear bomb.”

On May 20th, President Trump announced the launch of a $175 billion “Golden Dome” missile defense system aimed at countering the new generation missile threats from the CCP and Russia, expected to be operational within three years.

This system is not just a regular defense system; it integrates space sensors, laser interceptors, hypersonic anti-missile weapons, even capable of tracking and intercepting missiles in their initial stages.

Trump made it clear: the US can intercept missiles launched from the other side of the Earth, even from space.

He personally appointed Air Force General Michael Guetlein to oversee the system’s coordination, unifying all subsystems. This is not just a technological revolution but the most ambitious defense project of the US post-Cold War era.

Upon hearing this, the CCP couldn’t sit still.

During a press conference, Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesperson Mao Ning criticized the “Golden Dome” system for having a “strong aggressive color,” which could disrupt global strategic stability and mentioned something about “principles of peaceful use of outer space.” However, in essence, the CCP is simply afraid.

The layered defense of the “Golden Dome” system not only technologically surpasses China and Russia but will also become a key part of Trump’s reshaping of the US military strategic framework. Once fully implemented, the CCP’s missile threat will be like an unloaded gun—intimidating but not lethal.

Furthermore, this plan is not exclusive to the US; allies are eager to get on board. Canada has announced its intention to participate, and the Pentagon is in talks with other allied countries to share the costs. Several tech giants like SpaceX, Lockheed Martin, Raytheon Technologies Corporation (RTX), and Palantir are gearing up and eager to join this “Manhattan Project-level” mission.

In your opinion, will Trump’s unveiling of the “Golden Dome” defense system be the key step to curbing the ambitions of the CCP? Feel free to discuss in the comments section.

Let’s delve into the US-China trade war. While the US and China recently agreed to a “90-day trade truce” in Geneva, it appears to be a mere “temporary cease-fire.” In reality, this cold war has never stopped but merely shifted to a new battleground.

The “Wall Street Journal” pointed out that this “truce” resembles a tactical pause; the real confrontation has moved from tariffs to a higher level tech war, specifically focusing on semiconductors and artificial intelligence.

The CCP is not standing idly by. Last week in Beijing, a high-level closed-door meeting was held revolving around a new term: “domestic circulation.” What does this mean? In simple terms, it signifies a shift away from the previous notion of “international circulation” and “market openness” towards reliance on domestic production and the domestic market.

Xi Jinping’s stance is crystal clear. Recognizing that these 90 days cannot alter US-China relations, he has openly expressed the need to establish a “protective barrier” for the Chinese economy.

Premier Li Keqiang has not minced words, directly stating the imperative to accelerate the construction of a new development pattern, placing stronger emphasis on strengthening the “domestic circulation” to counter the impact of external uncertainties. These external uncertainties point directly to the turbulent relations with the US.

But, has the US relaxed its stance? Quite the contrary.

While Trump was busy with Middle East diplomacy recently, he subtly played a “chip strategy.” Not only did he push Middle Eastern allies to stand together, but he also facilitated a batch of major chip orders, including firms like Nvidia and AMD, canceling export restrictions previously imposed by the Biden administration.

What does this signify? It means US allies can access semiconductor technology while the CCP cannot. It’s like adding an “intelligent identification gate” to chip exports—deciding who can and who cannot access technology, with the US having the final say.

And what the CCP fears most is this situation of being “blocked without appeal.” Although they could previously rely on “third-party transit routes,” these countries are now under close watch by Trump, narrowing these options.

Subsequently, the CCP began its protest. On May 20th, Wang Yi met with the President of the Asia Society, Kennedy, in Beijing, accusing the US of “blocking Chinese chips.” Employing the same rhetoric of “unilateralism” and “undermining win-win cooperation.”

But the US is not buying into these narratives.

The Financial Times revealed that the Trump administration is preparing to blacklist major CCP chip players like SMIC and Yangtze Memory, further tightening the noose.

Simultaneously, the US Commerce Department rescinded the export relaxation on AI chips during the Biden era, warning global AI companies that utilizing Huawei’s HiSilicon chips would violate US regulations, preparing to impose penalties.

This move effectively pushes the CCP into a tight “closed loop”—not only imposing sanctions but rallying global support for the blockade.

While the CCP busies itself protesting the “Golden Dome system” and asking the US not to block chip exports, internally they are facing a more perilous storm.

On May 20th, the Financial Times disclosed that Defense Minister Dong Jun would be absent from next week’s Singapore “Shangri-La Dialogue.” This meeting is a crucial platform for high-level military exchanges between the US and China. Dong Jun’s absence not only breaks a tradition spanning over a decade but is also interpreted by the outside world as a sign of internal turbulence within the CCP’s military ranks.

Insiders reveal that this change was not a last-minute adjustment but a deliberate “low-profile handling” by Beijing. It is widely expected that China will send a lower-ranking officer to replace Dong Jun at the meeting, a demotion that serves as a downgrade and is not a good signal in diplomatic circles.

Moreover, the timing of this development is extremely sensitive. Just a month ago, Central Military Commission Vice Chairman He Weidong was rumoured to have been dismissed, and Political Work Department Director Miao Hua was already under investigation. This ongoing purge is a chain reaction.

The latest blow fell on the Political Work Department’s Executive Vice Chairman He Hongjun. On May 19th, independent commentator Cai Shunkun disclosed that He Hongjun attempted suicide during detention and despite rescue attempts, succumbed to the ordeal. Last year, he was even promoted unusually as a senior general, and now exits through such a path, depicting a rise like riding an elevator and a fall as if cut off.

Historian Yuan Hongbing, based in Australia, points out that the CCP’s methods of purging are unusually brutal, using tactics such as “living coffin-style solitary confinement” and depriving individuals of sleep. Many high-ranking officials in the political system are familiar with these approaches, and when they realize they are to be purged, they prefer suicide (if sensitive, termed “self-elimination”) over undergoing agonizing mental torture.

This is not just about “tiger-hunting anti-corruption” but a bare-faced factional strife. Overseas political analyst Chen Pokong notes that the CCP’s military has already established a “Zhang faction” triad consisting of Zhang Yuxia, Zhang Shengmin, and Liu Zhenli. The trio jointly controls real power and is engaged in significant personnel reshuffling.

Speculations about Dong Jun undergoing preliminary investigations are not recent, and although he has not been ousted, his absence at the international summit suggests that he might be undergoing a “cold treatment” phase, with his political life on a countdown.

Most recently, the sword has fallen on Deputy Director General He Hongjun of the Political Work Department of the Military Commission. The 19th of May saw independent commentator Cai Shunkun reveal that He Hongjun had attempted to commit suicide during his period of detention. Even after being rushed to the hospital, his resuscitation efforts were in vain. He had been unusually promoted to a senior general just last July, and now, is “exiting” via this route, illustrating a meteoric rise followed by a sudden fall.

U.S.-Taiwan Institute researcher Shen Mingshi points out that with so many generals “gone missing or replaced,” and amidst escalating tensions in the Taiwan Strait and South China Sea, the CCP army’s “operational morale” has become the biggest question mark.

While contending with the high-tech siege laid by the US, the CCP military is embroiled in internal power struggles. If the army is busy with palace intrigues, the Chinese military’s capacity for a “unification war”, you think it still exists?

Moving on from the infighting within the CCP’s military and glimpsing into the sentiment brewing among the populace, another signal is emerging—emotions are simmering, exports are transforming.

In recent times, netizens have noted a surge in interest in “Yellow Nest,” a legendary rebel leader from the late Tang Dynasty. Information about Yellow Nest has suddenly become a hot topic on social media platforms.

Netizen “Six God Leilei” highlighted in an article that refreshing news comment sections often reveals phrases like “tread the streets until the bones of officials and nobles are crushed.” Some have even commented directly, wondering when they can witness a scenario where the “streets are littered with officials and nobles.”

This isn’t merely an expression of emotion but a reflection of public frustration towards increasing injustices that are becoming harder to tolerate.

Six God Leilei recapped the “generation of privilege dramas” over the past few years: from the Forbidden City scandal involving Big G, where leaders ate first followed by opening boxes by Baidu’s “Golden Girl” Andrea Xie and then the melodrama featuring Miss Dong and Doctor Xiao in the operating room. The plotlines are absurdly comedic but realistic enough to be undeniable.

Expressing regret, he mentioned that in the past, people were content with being “Huang Yaoshi,” casually casting a disdainful glance and grumbling a bit when faced with injustice. However, with the changing times, this old path of “rational complaints” has become outdated.

Some are now starting to question: while they refrain from taking action, the circles around these officials keep stepping on them day after day. In the omnipresence of privileged oppression, more and more people are turning to “Yellow Nest” as an emotional outlet and a spokesperson for their anger.

On the other hand, what’s even more striking is the nursery rhymes sung by children.

Netizen “Sun Yin” shared a street song by Shanghai kids that directly reflects reality: “iron walls trap the people,” “food shortages, shortages of supplies, shortages of chips,” to “wind comes, rain comes, paper falls, walls collapse.” These aren’t children’s songs but seem like a child-version “White Paper of the Era.”

Another child’s lyric is even more straightforward, “when hearts are lost the country will perish, and the dreams of the last emperor will be shattered,” piercing into reality like a knife: a dynasty is coming to its end not because the enemy is too strong but because the public’s hearts are lost. As for that “last emperor,” still dreaming of the “Yellow Millet Dreams,” unaware that the pot has long since run dry.

The children’s songs resonate the sentiments of adults. The songs spread not for rhymes but for their stark reality, with each verse feeling like a suppressed breath under the weight of reality.

Why have netizens suddenly taken an interest in “Yellow Nest”? How do children end up singing such lyrics? These seemingly sidelined details might be the prelude to societal pressure changes.

Do you think the current emotions brewing among the public are brewing real change? Or is it just a venting session, where after venting, people will resume their normal lives? Share your thoughts in the comments section.