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U.S. Representative Christopher Smith (R-NJ) and Senator Jeff Merkley (D-OR), Chair and Cochair of the bipartisan and bicameral Congressional-Executive Commission on China (CECC), have released the Commission’s 2023 Annual Report on human rights conditions and rule of law developments in the People’s Republic of China (PRC). The full report, along with an executive summary, is available for download on the CECC’s website.

Bipartisan BIOSECURE Act introduced to protect US from foreign biotech firms

WASHINGTON, D.C. — Chairman John Moolenaar (R-MI) of the House Select Committee on the Chinese Communist Party, Ranking Member Raja Krishnamoorthi (D-IL), and Rep. Brad Wenstrup (R-OH) have introduced the bipartisan BIOSECURE Act. This legislation aims to protect American patient data and taxpayer dollars from falling into the hands of foreign adversaries' biotechnology companies by prohibiting Federal contracting with these entities. The bill builds upon previous efforts in the 118th Congress.

CFU lauds Georgetown Law students' advocacy for Uyghur asylum seekers

Campaign for Uyghurs (CFU) has expressed its appreciation towards the Georgetown University community for their advocacy in accelerating Uyghur asylum claims. Georgetown Law students, under the guidance of Human Rights Initiative Executive Director Elisa Massimino and Distinguished Fellow and CFU Advisory Board Member Scott Busby, recently composed a persuasive letter to Secretary Mayorkas of the Department of Homeland Security. The letter detailed the dire circumstances encountered by Uyghurs and other ethnic Turkic groups in the Uyghur region, emphasizing the need for...

Bipartisan coalition introduces legislation to support Taiwan's international standing

Today, Chairman John Moolenaar (R-MI) and Ranking Member Raja Krishnamoorthi (D-IL) of the House Select Committee on the Strategic Competition Between the United States and Chinese Communist Party (CCP) introduced the bipartisan Taiwan Allies Fund Act. This legislation aims to support Taiwan’s international space and counter CCP coercion. They were joined by House Foreign Affairs Committee Ranking Member Gregory Meeks (D-NY), and Taiwan Caucus Co-Chairs Andy Barr (R-KY), Ami Bera (D-CA), and Gerald Connolly (D-VA).

Fuyang police question visiting pastors' wives amid ongoing crackdown on house churches

On the morning of May 2, 2024, Wang Xiaofei, wife of Pastor Yang Xibo from Xunsiding Church in Xiamen, and Li Shanshan, wife of Pastor Li Jie from Covenant House Church in Linfen, visited Fuyang, Anhui Province with their children. They were there to meet Pastor Zhang Sen and Elder Chang Shun of Fuyang Maizhong Reformed Church. The visit involved a shared lunch and exchange of ideas.

Pastor John Cao's poetic reflections on faith and imprisonment

ChinaAid has exclusively published a series of poetry and writings from Pastor John Cao, a recently released Chinese Christian prisoner of conscience. The pieces were written on April 29, 2024, and have been minimally edited for clarity.

Lawmakers launch investigation into Georgia Tech's partnership with blacklisted Chinese university

Chairman John Moolenaar (R-MI) of the House Select Committee on the Chinese Communist Party, Ranking Member Roger Wicker (R-MS) of the Senate Armed Services Committee, and Chairwoman Virginia Foxx (R-NC) of the House Committee on Education and the Workforce have initiated an investigation into Georgia Tech's partnership with Tianjin University in China. The Chinese university is linked to the People's Liberation Army (PLA) and has been blacklisted by the U.S. government for stealing American technology with military applications.

Imprisoned Elder Zhang Chunlei reflects on spiritual growth

In Guiyang, Guizhou Province, Elder Zhang Chunlei was recently visited by a defense lawyer at the Guiyang City Detention Center where he has been imprisoned for three years. The news of the release of Elders Hao Ming and Elder Wu Jiannan from Qingcaodi Reformed Church in Deyang brought him comfort.

Congress passes Fentanyl Eradication and Narcotics Deterrence (FEND) Off Fentanyl Act

U.S. Senator Kirsten Gillibrand (D-N.Y.) announced the passage of the Fentanyl Eradication and Narcotics Deterrence (FEND) Off Fentanyl Act by Congress. The legislation, incorporated into the National Security Supplemental, aims to enhance the federal government's capacity to combat the producers and traffickers importing this drug into the country.

Warning Issued by Lawmakers Regarding Pentagon's Response to Indo-Pacific U.S. Bases Vulnerability

Washington, D.C. — Chairman John Moolenaar (R-MI) of the House Select Committee on the Chinese Communist Party, U.S. Senator Marco Rubio (R-FL) and colleagues wrote to Air Force and Navy leaders, expressing concerns that U.S. military bases may not be able to defend against growing Chinese military threats. In the letter, the lawmakers highlight preliminary research showing that over the past decade, China built more than 400 hardened aircraft shelters while the United States built just 22 in the Indo-Pacific.

70-Year-Old Pastor Lian Changnian's Disturbing Behavior in Detention Center

"On April 28, 2024, a defense lawyer visited 70-year-old Pastor Lian Changnian of Xi’an Church of Abundance, who is being held on suspicion of 'fraud,' at the Xi’an Baqiao Detention Center. During this visit, the lawyer noticed that Pastor Lian’s hair, which was graying before his imprisonment, had turned completely white. His face was deeply wrinkled, and he appeared listless and highly tense, with an unusual demeanor and behavior. He would either use his hand to support his head from different directions or keep his head lowered. His voice was very low, and he would only...

Chinese Judges Criticized by Pastor John Cao for Lack of Imagination

Reflections from Pastor John Cao is a series of poetry and writings from the recently released Chinese Christian prisoner of conscience exclusively published by ChinaAid. The piece below was written on April 26, 2024 and has been minimally edited for clarity. To read more of Pastor John Cao’s poetry, one can purchase the collection written while he was imprisoned, Living Lyrics: Poems from Prison.

Trustee Chair at CSIS on mature semiconductors: Chinese companies could ‘flood the market’

Paul Triolo, Senior Associate and Trustee Chair at the Center for Strategic and International Studies (CSIS), has expressed concern over a potential overcapacity in the mature-node semiconductors industry. This is due to China's subsidies, which could potentially lead to price wars, security risks, and industry dependency with China leveraging the market strategically. Triolo made these comments in a blog post for CSIS on April 24.

Internal division within church over arrested leaders' legal representation

On May 7, 2024, in Hefei, Anhui Province, the wives of Pastor Zhou Songlin and Elder Ding Zhongfu, who were arrested for their faith, responded to criticism from some believers in an open letter. The situation arose after the two wives hired lawyers for their husbands following their arrests. The Ganquan Church in Hefei, with a history of over 20 years and four to five hundred believers, faced challenges due to religious persecution, leading to the arrest of several church leaders on suspicion of fraud.

Chairman Moolenaar on TikTok Suing the USG Over the Protecting Americans From Foreign Adversary Controlled Applications Act

Chairman Moolenaar on TikTok Suing the USG Over the Protecting Americans From Foreign Adversary Controlled Applications Act

A Reflection on Power in Legal Convictions: Insights from Pastor John Cao

Reflections from Pastor John Cao is a series of poetry and writings from the recently released Chinese Christian prisoner of conscience exclusively published by ChinaAid. The piece below was written on April 23, 2024 and has been minimally edited for clarity. To read more of Pastor John Cao’s poetry, one can purchase the collection written while he was imprisoned, Living Lyrics: Poems from Prison.

Joyful Poems by Pastor John Cao Reflect His Imprisonment Experience

"Reflections from Pastor John Cao is a series of poetry and writings from the recently released Chinese Christian prisoner of conscience exclusively published by ChinaAid. The pieces below were written on April 24, 2024 and has been minimally edited for clarity. To read more of Pastor John Cao’s poetry, one can purchase the collection written while he was imprisoned, Living Lyrics: Poems from Prison.

Wang Honglan and four others still detained without verdict

By Federal Newswire | May 6, 2024

(Hohhot, Inner Mongolia – May 6, 2024) It is reported that in the case of Wang Honglan and other Christians in Hohhot, Inner Mongolia, who were charged with “illegal business operations,” four of the involved Christians – Ji Heying, Ji Guolong, Liu Wei, and Zhang Wang – were released on bail at 10:00 a.m. on April 14, 2024, leaving the detention center and returning home. The lengthy trial began on November 20 last year and lasted nearly 50 days, finally concluding in early January this year. Four other Christians – Wang Honglan, Wang Jiale, Liu Minna, and Yang Zhijun – are...

Elder Zhang Chunlei’s Case: Delays and No Verdict for over a year

By Federal Newswire | May 6, 2024

(Guiyang, Guizhou Province – May 6, 2024) Elder Zhang Chunlei of Guiyang Renai Reformed Church has been facing a prolonged legal battle after being tried on charges of "inciting subversion of state power" and "fraud" in a closed-door session at the Guiyang Intermediate People’s Court on November 29, 2022. Despite the passage of one and a half years since the trial, Elder Zhang Chunlei still awaits a verdict, with concerns rising over the extended period of his detention.The defense lawyers representing Elder Zhang Chunlei have encountered obstacles in accessing the case...