Forrest Zhao

Captain Jim Fennell, a military analyst specializing in China, joins Ava Chen and Forrest Zhao from the New Federal State of China movement. They delve into Xi Jinping's recent purge of military leaders, exploring its implications for his grip on power. The guests share insights on internal CCP factionalism, comparing Xi's tactics to historical purges by Stalin and Mao. They also discuss the economic pressures facing China and speculate on the strategic implications for US-China relations and Taiwan, raising the question of whether Xi's reign is in jeopardy.