In recent days, news about French President Macron's visit to China has become a hot topic online. It is said that Macron was born in 1977, making him only 48 years old this year, quite young and accomplished, with a charming demeanor. His wife Brigitte was born in 1953, and she is 72 years old this year, making a 24-year age difference between them. I have only heard that presidential wives are usually much younger than their husbands, but I have never heard of a president being younger than his wife. It seems that Macron is an exception in this regard, and he is also an emotionally attached president.
When in doubt, look to the UK! Once again daring to lead, the UK plans to transfer frozen Russian assets to Ukraine. Yesterday, an exclusive report by The Times was like a deep-water bomb, creating huge waves on the international political stage — the UK government has decided to directly transfer the £8 billion (approximately $10.6 billion) of frozen Russian sovereign assets to Ukraine. This move by the UK directly crosses a key red line — it is no longer just using the interest from Russian assets but directly using the principal. This is not a trivial matter; Western countries have struggled for years without daring to take this step, but now the British have decisively broken the deadlock. The rationale of the Starmer government is very clear: Russian President Putin poses a “present and ongoing threat” to British citizens, national security, and economic prosperity. They characterize this money as “compensation loans,” which is neither confiscation nor a gift, and it is legally very clever. The British are clearly impatient with the EU's slow consensus-building; with 27 countries squabbling over who knows how long, it is better to take action themselves first. However, there are mixed signals coming from the United States. The Trump administration does not support this approach; they prefer to use these assets as a “pressure tool” to encourage a ceasefire, rather than as a “tool to prolong the war.” This divergence between Europe and America is very real; the US is concerned that the UK’s actions will leave fewer cards on the negotiation table. Belgium is also worried, concerned about potential legal liabilities — after all, most of the frozen Russian assets in the EU are in Belgium, amounting to about one-third of their annual GDP, which is not something to be taken lightly. Germany, France, and Italy each have their own concerns, and the UK’s “going it alone” has made these internal contradictions more evident. Russia's reaction is absolutely predictable; Foreign Ministry spokesperson Zakharova has already stated that they will “respond.” Given Putin's temperament, a proportionate retaliation would be strange; although British assets in Russia are limited, Moscow is very adept at cyberattacks and energy manipulation. What the international financial community fears most is that once this precedent is set, countries will hesitate to keep their foreign exchange reserves in Western countries. Today it is Russia’s assets, but will mine be next? Once this trust crisis spreads, it will cause deep damage to the international financial system centered around the dollar and the pound. But for Ukraine, this $10.6 billion is like a timely help, meeting two-thirds of its fiscal needs for the next two years. Amidst the chaos of war, this money can support defensive actions and prepare for post-war reconstruction, with significance far beyond the amount itself. This move by the UK is a typical example of “daring to be the first in the world,” reflecting a desire to reshape its global role after Brexit and providing an opportunity for the Labour government to score points in domestic politics. While Europe hesitates and the US maintains an ambiguous stance, the UK has once again demonstrated its unique diplomatic prowess.
Stop talking about the dangerous fantasy of 'destroying Japan in one day.' If China and Japan really go to war, Japan's triple defense lines, underground combat readiness systems, the U.S. military's six-hour intervention, energy blockades, and nuclear risks all contain terrifying costs, each one like a deep abyss. War is far from being as simple as just talking about it. If China and Japan start fighting, no one can expect to come out unscathed; this is a war we truly cannot afford! When you're watching short videos, don't you often see those 'passionate commentators'? They say things like 'Japan is a small country, it will collapse with one blow' and 'Chinese troops are pressing, the battle will end in three days.' It sounds exciting, but do you really believe those words? Don't be fooled by those 'keyboard military experts'; reality is not that simple. We need to calm down and think; war is not a game where you can just hit a key to restart. Once it starts, it's real weapons and real bloodshed, cities turned to ruins, and ordinary people displaced. Modern warfare has long since blurred the lines between front and rear; once missiles are fired, any neighborhood can become a battlefield. If you don't believe it, just look back at history. During the Battle of Okinawa at the end of World War II, the U.S. military won, but at what cost? Over a hundred thousand deaths, more than half of whom were civilians. U.S. commanders later said, this is not victory; it was a slaughterhouse. The subsequent Iraq War was similar; the regime fell quickly, but in the years that followed, explosions were continuous, society was torn apart, and the country has yet to recover. These examples remind us that winning is easy, but managing the aftermath is difficult. Once a war starts, tactical victories can lead to endless strategic quagmires. Do you think that capturing a few islands or overthrowing a regime is the end? What awaits you afterward is a mess that you can't shake off for decades. Now take a look at Japan; is it really as weak as some say online? Don't forget, it is the world's third-largest economy, with a strong foundation in technology, industry, and military. The Japan Maritime Self-Defense Force's Aegis destroyers are recognized globally; even the U.S. acknowledges its anti-submarine capabilities. Its aerial radar network is impenetrable, and its fighter jets have extremely fast response times; if it comes down to action, it's not that easy. Not to mention, Japan has many underground command centers and strategic reserves prepared for a protracted war. It may be quiet, but when the time comes, its counterattack capability should not be underestimated. Moreover, it has the United States backing it up. The U.S.-Japan alliance is not just for show; with thousands of U.S. troops stationed in Okinawa and Yokota, if war breaks out, it could very well drag the region into a larger conflict. At that time, it won't just be a matter between China and Japan; the entire Asia-Pacific will be shaken. Once the U.S.-Japan-Australia coordination mechanism is activated, the situation can escalate quickly. Do you think it's just a localized conflict? If you're not careful, it could turn into a regional powder keg. Let's do the math on the economy. Sino-Japanese trade amounts to $300 billion a year; many of the chips in your phone and parts in your car are produced through cooperation between the two countries. Japan provides high-purity materials, while China handles manufacturing and market; if that chain is broken, global tech products will rise in price or even face supply shortages. What's even more frightening is that if energy transport lines are cut off, oil prices will soar, factories will shut down, and unemployment will surge. Before the war even reaches your doorstep, the economy might collapse first. The wages, mortgages, and tuition fees in the hands of ordinary people will all be affected. You have to ask, is this war worth fighting? There’s an even more insomnia-inducing issue—nuclear. Although Japan does not possess nuclear weapons, it has a large amount of civilian plutonium, and technically it could 'cross the threshold' in just a few months. Coupled with the ambiguous 'nuclear umbrella' from the U.S., no one can guarantee that conflicts won't escalate to that level. Once it truly reaches that point, it's no longer a question of who wins or loses, but whether human civilization will regress by decades. Therefore, stop thinking that 'drawing the sword is so cool'; true courage is being able to say, 'let's sit down and talk' when tensions are high. History is not devoid of examples of turning swords into plowshares. France and Germany fought for over a hundred years, with countless casualties, yet after the war, there was no revenge; instead, they joined hands to promote European integration. Now, if you go to Paris or Berlin, hardly anyone mentions 'revenge,' because they’ve realized that cooperation leads to a much better life than fighting. Looking at modern times, China and ASEAN were once at odds in the South China Sea, but what happened later? Through dialogue and consultation, the situation gradually stabilized. Many Southeast Asian netizens have said, 'We don't want to take sides; we just want to do business peacefully.' How practical is that? What ordinary people want is simply a peaceful life. Some netizens commented, 'I used to think that 'drawing the sword' was particularly cool; now I understand that true courage is to suppress anger and choose dialogue.' Others said, 'My grandfather experienced war; he always said, 'Better to be a peaceful dog than a person in chaotic times.' Now I understand that this saying is filled with blood and tears.' So, we need to be more aware. Don't get swayed by extreme comments online, such as 'certain victory' and 'overwhelming power'; these are emotions, not facts. There are no easy victories in war, especially in modern warfare, which tests national strength, patience, and the lives of ordinary people. Between China and Japan, there is competition, but there is also cooperation. The industrial chain complements each other, and technology can be communicated; working together to grow the pie is far better than smashing the table and fighting. As of today in 2025, the true strong nations are not those that can fight the best, but those that can ensure their people live well.
Bull market banner, on Friday led the market to welcome a counterattack, how will the A-shares perform next week? The securities sector has shown textbook-like performance; I mentioned this a few months ago. On May 31, I first suggested that hitting the annual line would be the best bottom-fishing opportunity of the year, but it didn’t hit the annual line, and on June 3, it started. (Missed the opportunity) On June 21-22, over the weekend, I indicated that the following week would be the best bottom-fishing opportunity of the year, advising not to wait until it hits the annual line. As a result, on June 23, during the collective auction on Monday, it opened lower, and bottom-fishing was successful. On June 23, I said that to make money in the near future, one must focus on brokers and technology. In mid-August, there was a day of significant volume increase, and I advised not to chase brokers, as it would trap many people, because at that time the price was under pressure from a decade-long platform. Since then, I have rarely mentioned securities again until a few days ago, when securities were about to hit the annual line again and approached the previous peak, indicating that securities could rebound at any time, resulting in a significant increase this Friday. It can be said that this year, the securities sector has been well grasped.
Western countries can no longer contain the development of the Chinese economy and urgently need a war to interrupt China's progress. However, they are afraid—afraid of the scale of the war. After all, once it starts, it could spiral out of control. This is also the reason why Western countries are indecisive and apprehensive. However, the current situation is indeed moving towards the direction of war. Put down the fantasies and prepare for everything.
The clouds of war are thick over the coasts of Venezuela, and a major battle is imminent. Suddenly, a magical scene unfolds... Next, is the scenario I imagine: In January 2026, the United States demands that Venezuela agree to accept cryptocurrency issued by the Trump family to purchase Venezuelan oil. ——What would Venezuela do if this happens? First, extreme pressure, then presenting a menu; we have seen this situation too many times.
The EU has made its position clear, and the EU and US do not share the same stance. On December 4th, EU President Ursula von der Leyen delivered a speech, stating that given the current situation, Europe will not completely align with the US position. The Russia-Ukraine war concerns the overall security situation in Europe; the EU has its own stance and decisions. This is not business, but a matter of life and death.
In Japan now, except for Tokyo TV, all TV stations are reporting that China has deployed more than 100 various types of warships in Japan's offshore waters. They are questioning us about what this is all for? What for, you would have to ask Sanae Takaichi, what does she want to do? If it weren't for her wanting to do something, we wouldn't want to do anything either. Since Takaichi Sanae knows what she wants to do, we can't be blamed for wanting to do something. What we do won't be told to her; what she does is already known globally. This matter is quite clear! Japan first provokes, and we are deploying warships in the offshore waters to protect ourselves; we can't let them mess around any further. A strong nation is reliable; let's continue to watch the situation! At the same time, you can enter two doors, but which door is more appropriate for you to choose? The situation with Taiwan and Japan is just such a choice. More appropriate?
After a significant rise on Friday, the weekend brought a flurry of positive news, leading everyone to be full of confidence about next week's market. Some people are starting to predict that the market will challenge the 4000-point mark next week. Whether next week will challenge the 4000-point mark remains uncertain, but let’s not forget that every time everyone is full of confidence and ready to go all out, they end up getting harshly punished by the market, being educated by it. However, no matter how many times investors have been hurt, there will always be a large number of investors who trip over the same stone countless times; the same pit can trap the same person repeatedly. It’s unavoidable; human greed and fear always exist. Once you understand this, you can comprehend why people always lose money in the market. The rise on Friday was expected by us before the market opened, as the central bank released trillions in liquidity, which was quite clear. From the data of the three instances of the central bank releasing funds in November, we can conclude that there were two rises and one drop; the probability of an increase on the day of liquidity release is very high. After three consecutive days of decline this week, there was already a demand for a rebound due to overselling. Thursday's trading volume was significantly low, indicating a phase of low volume and price. Therefore, we predicted that there would be a rebound on Friday. However, the sudden surge in the afternoon on Friday was beyond my expectations. Of course, there is a reason for the sudden rise, mainly the news that "the risk factors for insurance companies investing in related stocks have been lowered, which may release over 100 billion yuan into the market." Simply put, this means expanding the scale of insurance funds entering the market. The actual release of 100 billion yuan is not significant compared to the daily trading volume of at least 1.5 trillion yuan; major funds can see net outflows of hundreds of billions. Thus, the 100 billion yuan increase does not have much impact on the market, but the market is inherently speculative based on expectations. After three consecutive days of decline, the market style conversion in the morning was overall quite good, and it is normal for a significant rise to occur in the afternoon when good news appears. From a positive perspective, the good news about insurance funds entering the market on Friday has basically been digested; however, the short-term atmosphere created is still quite nice. Additionally, the significant rise in Chinese concept stocks on Friday evening, along with the speech by Village Chief Wu over the weekend, brings imagination for next week's market. Of course, next week, from December 9th to 10th, is the Federal Reserve's last monetary policy meeting of the year. The market's expectation for the last interest rate cut of the year has risen to about 90%. Once the interest rate is cut, it will inevitably stimulate the short-term market, so overall, the expectations for next week’s market are very good. Wu Qing stated at the eighth member meeting of the China Securities Association: "Moderately expand the capital space and leverage limits for brokerages, shifting from price competition to value competition." The most concerning point for everyone is the phrase "moderately expand the leverage limit"—does this mean lifting the restrictions on margin trading? From the perspective of supporting the market, the main focus is on expanding the leverage for financing. As of December 4, 2025, the financing balance of A-shares was 246.65 billion yuan. This figure has increased compared to the previous day, reflecting the activity level of market financing. This absolute amount has exceeded the total financing amount during the bull market in 2015, but the proportion is far from that time. It at least shows that regulators recognize the current leverage level for financing and that there is room for further expansion. Lending money to you for stock trading is equivalent to injecting liquidity into the market, which naturally benefits the capital market. The core of Chairman Wu's speech is actually the supply-side reform of the industry. Currently, leading brokerages lack international influence, while smaller brokerages engage in price wars and internal strife. The regulatory move of "differentiated supervision" is very precise: Reward good students: Allow quality brokerages (like leading and specialized boutique brokerages) to leverage more capital for mergers, innovate in business, and not always compete on commissions. Punish poor students: Problematic institutions need to be rectified, and they should not take advantage of the situation. Create opportunities for foreign capital: Differentiated policies provide survival space for foreign brokerages, compelling local institutions to improve their services. Relaxing leverage ≠ flooding the market Currently, the financing balance of 24.7 trillion yuan (about 2.8% of circulating market value) is indeed within a safe line. The regulators’ willingness to propose "expansion" shows they recognize that risks are controllable. However, three points should be noted: "Moderate" is the key word: It is absolutely impossible to return to the 2015 model of madly increasing leverage; the detailed rules (such as the pace of target expansion, margin ratios) are crucial. Brokerages themselves must first pass the test: Brokerages with insufficient capital and poor risk control cannot enjoy policy benefits. Funds have a lag: From the time policies are announced until real money flows into the market, we need to wait for the exchanges to issue detailed rules. How will the market move next week? In the short term, sentiment is certainly favorable, especially as brokerage stocks are likely to open high on Monday. But can you rely on just one phrase to push to 4000 points? Investors must be clear-headed: Brokerage sector benefits the most: Relaxing leverage directly benefits capital intermediary businesses (margin trading, market-making), and large brokerages like Citic and CICC, as well as small brokerages with strong investment banking capabilities, are worth paying attention to. Financial stocks have a ripple effect: The insurance good news on Friday + today's brokerage good news may drive banks, fintech, and other sectors to form short-term hotspots. Overall impact is limited: The current core contradiction in the market is whether corporate profits can recover (look at the November PMI, which is still in the contraction range), and leveraged funds can only add icing on the cake. In summary: The policy is a timely rain, but don’t expect it to reverse the drought. If brokerages lead the attack next week, focus on two points: first, whether the trading volume can break through 2 trillion; second, when the detailed policies will be implemented. The market has its own rules; it’s better to stand firm than to wait for the wind—having cash-rich good companies in hand is more solid than betting on policy windfalls.
Last night, U.S. President Trump wrote: "I just approved the production of microcars in the United States. Manufacturers have always wanted to do this, just like other countries successfully produce microcars. These microcars can be powered by gasoline, electricity, or hybrid power. These upcoming cars are affordable, safe, energy-efficient, and simply amazing!!! Let's start production now! Thanks to the Department of Justice, the Department of Transportation, and the Department of the Environment. Enjoy!!!" Trump's excitement is simply bewildering! It's not like he has unveiled some earth-shattering military weapon; it's just the approval for producing microcars. Is it really necessary to dance around and make such a big deal out of it? He even brings up other countries' success in production, as if this is a monumental achievement for the U.S. Not to mention, Japan's KCar is only suitable for land-scarce areas, while in the vast and sparsely populated North America, larger vehicles are the mainstream. The market prospects for microcars are worrying; where does this conclusion of "amazing" come from? The U.S. Departments of Justice, Transportation, and Environment have merely done their jobs, yet they have become objects of his self-promotion. Trump's flamboyant performance is nothing more than a forced embellishment of his "achievements", which are in reality hollow and insubstantial.
Is the pressure on Pakistan? Russia is preparing to lease one advanced Akula-IV attack nuclear submarine to the Indian Navy for $2 billion. Can Pakistan's 039B conventional submarine withstand India's Akula-IV attack nuclear submarine? With Russia's advanced attack nuclear submarines now in the Indian Navy, the pressure on our side and the Pakistan Navy has become significant. The Akula-IV attack nuclear submarine that Russia is preparing to lease is undergoing upgrades and is expected to be delivered to the Indian Navy in about two years. India's current development vision is to vigorously develop the T-90 tank to gain a land advantage over Pakistan, and to vigorously develop the Rafale fighter jets and Su-57 stealth fighters to gain an air advantage over Pakistan. They will be invincible in South Asia! Currently, Pakistan has imported 039B conventional submarines from our country, and the 8 units of 039B submarines have the capability to blockade India's Mumbai port, even directly trapping India's aircraft carriers inside. India is set to lease the Russian Akula-IV attack nuclear submarine for $2 billion, and it will also be the version capable of launching Kalibr cruise missiles from underwater. Not only can it suppress Pakistan's 039 conventional submarines, but it can also launch Kalibr cruise missiles to attack important targets in Pakistan from the sea, including the Karachi port, cutting off Pakistan's maritime trade lines.
China needs to win an air battle against Japan to prove to the world that its military is unmatched! The Japanese have always had a fixation, believing that if Japan had not launched the Pacific War in 1941 and had not joined the Axis Powers, but instead focused solely on attacking, the outcome of World War II would have been rewritten. In summary, the Japanese believe they only lost to the Western powers, not to China. Therefore, the author believes that given the current situation, China should take the opportunity to launch a large-scale air battle against Japan to completely shatter the Japanese fixation, allowing them to reflect honestly.
Details determine success or failure. In the stock market, short-term trading is difficult; the challenge lies in the main force understanding the strategies, able to combine reality and illusion, and change freely. As I mentioned before, mastering basic analytical techniques can only be considered as a lower-level soldier. Being able to skillfully apply analytical techniques while combining the way of change, adapting to circumstances, and continuously updating subsequent trading strategies is what qualifies one as a higher-level soldier. Taking the chart as an example, it seems like a breakthrough, but the volume is lacking; the subsequent sideways movement further illustrates the falsehood of the breakthrough. If it goes sideways and then declines, it vividly presents a double top illusion; if you don't pay attention, it can be very hard to notice. Until the volume expands, the entire logic becomes clear, and it's time to follow the trend. Note: If there is no subsequent volume increase with a long upper shadow, then it is likely a true double top. Fighting against the heavens is endless fun, and fighting against the market makers is endless fun!
【Poland's Constitutional Tribunal Bans the Communist Party】 On December 5, Poland's Constitutional Tribunal made a comprehensive ruling to ban the Polish Communist Party after President Karol Nawrocki submitted an application. The court determined that the party's goals and activities violate the Polish Constitution — which explicitly prohibits organizations that promote totalitarian regimes (such as Nazism, Fascism, and Communism). Core Basis of the Court -- Judge Krystyna Pawłowicz emphasized that in the Polish legal system, there is no place for forces that "glorify executioners and the Communist regime that caused the deaths of millions." -- The ruling was unanimously passed by all members of the Constitutional Tribunal led by President Bohdan Święczkowski. -- Materials submitted by the president showed that the party called for the seizure of power by violent means and glorified totalitarian methods. Reactions from Communist Parties Worldwide Before the vote on the ruling, the Polish Communist Party received support from representatives of Communist Parties from many countries around the world. 35 organizations jointly issued a statement criticizing: "The attempt to ban the Polish Communist Party is the culmination of a series of actions by the Polish bourgeoisie and the EU-supported government — anti-communism is precisely the official ideology of the EU." The Polish Communist Party was founded in 2002, based on the ideological legacy of the Polish communist movement, openly adhering to the Marxist-Leninist tradition. Since 2020, there have been multiple attempts to ban the party within Poland; after the first application was rejected, President Nawrocki's submission became the basis for the final ruling, and the party has now been removed from the national registry.
A50 index futures have risen for three consecutive days, establishing a positive outlook. The probability of a strong opening for A-shares next Monday is high. The latest market dynamics on December 6 show that A50 index futures continued to rise last night, achieving three consecutive increases, with a daily increase of 0.41%. This signal provides strong support for a high opening of A-shares next Monday. Looking at the subsequent trend, the market is expected to attract new capital next Monday. Whether it can increase in volume will be the key to judging the sustainability of the market; at the same time, the current market is in a directional selection window. Both the A-share index and the technology sector need to clarify their subsequent trends—last week, the profit effect of technology stocks was significant, exhibiting a high-level oscillation pattern, with the CPO sector having risen for two consecutive weeks and also facing a directional choice in the short term. For investors, while seizing market opportunities, it is necessary to manage risk effectively and strive for returns under the premise of stability.
The notice regarding the adjustment of risk factors for insurance company business has been seen by everyone. In simple terms, it was originally 0.3 and has now been reduced to 0.27, which means that more funds have been released to insurance companies. These funds can flow into the market, resulting in ample liquidity for A-shares.
I have seen some experts' calculations, stating that over a hundred billion in funds will enter the market. If we think like this, it simplifies the matter because, just in terms of the scale of funds, for such a large A-share market, this amount really isn't significant. I believe the market won't immediately show improvement just because an additional hundred billion has been added.
The key lies in the conditions for lowering the risk factors. One condition is that the constituent stocks of the CSI 300 Index and the CSI Dividend Low Volatility 100 Index with holding periods exceeding three years are core assets of the market, belonging to the blue-chip category. Some say this is the regulator encouraging value investing, which is a reasonable interpretation, but I believe this is a way to stabilize the index in the long term. The importance of the CSI 300 and Dividend Index on A-shares is quite obvious. Finding ways to create a slow bull market for these constituent stocks, with continuous long-term funds buying in, will prevent significant declines in these varieties. Without major downturns, it will be difficult for the index to experience drops of hundreds of points like in the past. Over time, the slow bull market expected by the regulators will gradually form.
This initiative feels like it is just beginning. Why did it emerge at this time? Because previously, including during this period, it was evident that market confidence has weakened again, with transaction amounts continuing to shrink, and noise has reappeared, such as some major listed shareholders reducing their holdings, which has brought a very negative feeling to some investors. People feel that A-shares are seemingly going back to the past. Therefore, the adjustment of risk factors for insurance companies at this time undoubtedly provides confidence to the market, indicating that the regulators continue to seek ways to stabilize the market.
Thus, the index should stabilize around 3900 points in the short term without any issues. The current core issue is whether the transaction amount can expand, which is crucial. I feel the probability of the index improving in the short term is increasing. Of course, the weekly divergence of the Shanghai Index remains unchanged. What does this mean? It means that the adjustment has not been properly placed. Therefore, at this time, we need to look at individual control abilities, to seize opportunities when they arise while protecting the safety of one’s own account when risks appear. In simple terms, it can be summed up in one sentence: using positions can grasp opportunities and also prevent risks.
Ukrainian Armed Forces Commander Zaluzhny stated: For us, simply giving up territory is unacceptable. What does it mean to give up our land? We are fighting, and we will not give up what belongs to us. He added that for Ukraine, a just peace means no preconditions, no giving up territory, and a peace that freezes the conflict at the current contact line.
Last night, the three major U.S. stock indices rose across the board, and the FTSE A50 index surged. What will the A-shares look like next week? First, the view is that the market is expected to continue its upward trend early next week, and it is not ruled out that it may test the neckline resistance around 3930. However, it is expected that it will not break through that quickly. Near the neckline, there will be a pullback, resulting in some back-and-forth movements. The purpose of this is to exhaust the selling pressure above 3930-4034. However, even with the pullback, the space will not be too large, and it is even possible that the lows will keep getting higher, 3816-3859-? Therefore, do not chase after the rise, and be bold to buy on the dip, while also maintaining a certain position to prevent missing out in case of a breakthrough of the neckline leading to an acceleration and a challenge to the previous high.
Putin just finished his trip to India and threw out a "big news" that made military enthusiasts restless. Russia and India directly decided to finalize the deal for 140 Su-57E fighter jets. Once this news came out, not only did the military enthusiasts stir up a storm, but even ordinary netizens gathered to ask what these two countries were really up to. First, let's talk about India, which really has "a shortage of planes" written all over its face. Previously, the Indian Air Force had 39 fighter jet squadrons, but now that's not the case. Those aging MiG-21s are being retired one after another, dropping the squadron count directly to 29. You should know that to "call the shots in South Asia," they need 42-43 squadrons, and that gap is not small at all. Earlier, India also looked at the U.S. F-35A, but the Americans were tighter than a seal; wanting to buy planes was fine, but touching core technology? No way! Turning to Russia, their attitude was simply "heartfelt," first providing 40 ready-made jets for India's emergency needs, and then helping to build a factory in Nashik for India to produce 100 jets on its own! What’s even bolder is that the stealth coating and phased array radar technologies, which are usually kept under wraps, are willing to be shared. They even dare to open up the source code for the onboard systems, meaning the Su-57E is practically laid bare in India! What excites India the most is the price; local production would greatly reduce costs, and who wouldn't be tempted by such a bargain? But why is Russia suddenly so "generous"? To put it simply, they are in a bind. Over the past four years, Russia’s military trade export volume has dropped by 50%, and only 76 Su-57s have been ordered in their own country, making it difficult to even gather funds for next-generation aircraft development. Once this order for 140 jets is signed, it is expected to bring considerable revenue to Russia, and with India as a "live advertisement," you can see that Algeria is already considering a purchase, and possibly more countries will follow. Ultimately, this deal is about both Russia and India getting what they want: India solves its "plane shortage" urgency and can learn technology, while Russia earns money and stabilizes its military trade market. However, it remains to be seen whether this deal will go smoothly, as the aerial situation in South Asia might change because of these 140 jets!
The Australian government officially announced that from December 10, 2025, minors under the age of 16 will be prohibited from using social media. Violators of the relevant social platforms will face hefty fines of 50 million Australian dollars. This will be the world's first such ban, leading to a flurry of mixed opinions. The reason Australia is taking this action is due to underlying issues. A set of data reveals some clues: among minors aged 11 to 15, 96% are using social media, over 60% of children have lost interest in reading, sports, arts, and other hobbies, and 81% of minors have experienced cyberbullying. The suicide of a 15-year-old girl in New South Wales in 2022 due to cyberbullying has solidified Australia's determination to implement a nationwide ban on social platforms. Once the ban was announced, most Australians expressed understanding and support, especially parents and schools, who unanimously approved. After all, the problems caused by children being addicted to social media have indeed left parents and teachers exhausted and distressed. Of course, there is also significant opposition, especially from well-known social media platforms that are affected by the ban. They argue that the responsibility for underage children violating social media usage should not rest solely with the platforms. Furthermore, the ban cannot completely prevent underage children from accessing social media platforms; instead, it may remove them from reasonable oversight, posing a greater risk. Overall, Australia's move is intended for the healthy development of minors, which is commendable, but the direct 'one-size-fits-all' approach is still debatable. China's measures to protect minors from online harm are noteworthy. We have the 'Regulations on the Protection of Minors in Cyberspace', which clearly stipulates the responsibilities and obligations of platforms, schools, parents, and society. Each party should assume corresponding responsibilities and fulfill their obligations while cooperating to ensure that children use the internet in a reasonable and regulated manner under supervision. Would this 'combined approach' be much more effective than a simple 'one-size-fits-all' method? After all, the online world is fascinating, and it can broaden and enrich the horizons of minors; reasonable use can benefit them for a lifetime.