Dr. Matthew Funaiole and Mr. Brian Hart dive into China's polar ambitions, highlighting its strategic interests in the Arctic and Antarctic. Funaiole discusses the implications of China's new research station in Antarctica, emphasizing its dual-use potential. Hart elaborates on the challenges China faces in forming Arctic partnerships and its cooperation with Russia. Their analysis also underscores the importance of transparency in China's polar operations and the significant implications for U.S. security interests and global governance.

Dr. Matthew Funaiole and Mr. Brian Hart discuss Hidden Reach's analysis of China's growing influence abroad, addressing topics such as civilian research vessels, ground stations in South America, and the role of satellite imagery in open-source intelligence. They explore China's military civil fusion strategy, its efforts to displace US influence, and upcoming research projects.