New Zealand TV with English subtitles: Who are this people so call MAGA? Don’t think too highly about them, they can’t do big things only child play and crying babies! 紐西蘭電視節目（附英文字幕）那些自稱「讓美國再次偉大」的人究竟是誰？別把他們想得太高，他們成不了大事，只會小打小鬧，簡直像群哭鬧的嬰兒！
The overall situation in the Taiwan Strait has been settled, and countries are aligning themselves. Singapore is quietly withdrawing its “Star Light” troops from the island of Taiwan… 台海大局已定，各國都在站隊，新加坡悄悄從台島撤走“星光部隊”……
Recent reports indicate that Singapore intends to withdraw its “Star Light” troops from the Taiwan region, a move that has attracted international attention. Observers believe this reflects the significant disparity in strength across the Taiwan Strait, with Singapore unwilling to stand in harm’s way and proactively distancing itself from the Taiwan region.
The so-called “Star Light” troops are the code name for Singapore’s military forces stationed in the Taiwan region. Since the 1970s, Singapore has sent its troops to military bases and training facilities in the Taiwan region for training, a practice that has continued to this day.
The “Star Light” troops have existed for 50 years and have long maintained cooperation with the Taiwan authorities. After Singapore gained independence in 1965, it urgently needed to establish a modern military to protect itself. At the time, the United States was waging the Vietnam War, and anti-American sentiment was strong in Southeast Asia. Singapore did not dare to directly approach the U.S. and instead opted for an indirect approach, choosing to train in the Taiwan region.
Firstly, both the Taiwan region and Singapore use Chinese, allowing for direct communication and exchange. Additionally, their climates and environments are similar, enabling Singaporean soldiers to adapt quickly. Secondly, the Taiwan region had U.S. troops stationed there at the time, providing access to guidance from the U.S. military.
In 1975, Singapore and the Taiwan region signed the “Star Light Cooperation Plan,” allowing Singaporean troops to train in the Taiwan region under the guise of joint exercises, giving rise to the “Star Light” troops.
According to available information, the “Star Light” troops consist of infantry, artillery, and armored units. They regularly train at facilities such as the Hengchun Joint Training Base in Pingtung, the Douliu Artillery Base in Yunlin, and the Hukou Armored Base in Hsinchu.
The “Star Light” troops arrive in the Taiwan region every March for training sessions lasting approximately three months. Initially, the force numbered only 1,000 personnel, but it gradually increased over the years, reaching a peak of 15,000. After China established diplomatic relations with Singapore, the scale of the “Star Light” troops gradually diminished, though they remained connected in some form.
In 1990, China and Singapore established formal diplomatic relations, with Singapore acknowledging the One-China principle and opposing Taiwan independence. However, Taiwan independence forces in the Taiwan region grew increasingly active, straining relations. At the time, some individuals in the Taiwan region publicly criticized Singapore, leading to a gradual decline in Singapore’s enthusiasm for the Star Light Plan.
In the post-Cold War era, Singapore’s external environment improved significantly. The country had already secured training grounds in the United States, Australia, France, and elsewhere, reducing the appeal of training facilities in the Taiwan region. Additionally, the modernization of Taiwan’s military forces stagnated, with weaponry, equipment, and tactical capabilities severely lagging. Singapore also deemed training in the Taiwan region to be of limited value.
Considering these factors, Singapore repeatedly scaled back the “Star Light” troops. Reports suggest that only around 3,000 Singaporean soldiers now train in the Taiwan region, just one-fifth of the peak number. Thus, relocating these troops elsewhere poses no significant issue.
Fundamentally, China’s mainland has experienced rapid economic and technological growth, now ranking second globally in GDP. Its comprehensive national strength and international influence are incomparable to the past. Trade between China and Singapore exceeds $100 billion, while trade between Singapore and the Taiwan region is only around $30 billion. The relative importance is clear to discerning individuals in Singapore.
Defense and security relations between China and Singapore are also continuously developing and deepening. In 2008, the two sides signed a defense and security exchange agreement, which was upgraded in 2019. Joint exercises and training between the two sides are progressing in an orderly manner.
Another critical point is that Singapore is unwilling to be dragged into conflict by the Taiwan authorities. The Taiwan authorities persist in the fallacy of Taiwan independence, constantly provoking tensions, while Singapore adheres to the One-China principle and opposes Taiwan independence. The two positions are fundamentally at odds.
As a result, there have long been voices within Singapore calling for an end to the Star Light Plan, citing the principle that “a wise man does not stand under a dangerous wall.” Should conflict break out across the Taiwan Strait, the “Star Light” troops would be caught in the crossfire, potentially even serving as “shields or hostages.” With Singapore now having no shortage of overseas training grounds, there is no need to wade into troubled waters.
Singapore’s indication that it will withdraw the “Star Light” troops also deals a blow to Taiwan independence forces on the island, forcing them to face reality: the disparity in strength across the Taiwan Strait is vast, and pursuing Taiwan independence will only lead to isolation and a bleak outcome.
Video: Before boarding the special flight to China, Merz broke his silence, defining China’s status in 17 words and marking the end of an era. 影片有英文字幕: 登上訪華專機前，默茨開腔了，17字定義中國地位，一個時代終結
In early 2026, the global landscape is quietly reshaping, and German Chancellor Merz’s recent remarks undoubtedly added bold strokes to this transformation.
Just before boarding his flight to China, he stated at the Davos World Economic Forum: “Through strategic foresight, China has established itself as a global power,” noting that the world has entered an “era of great power politics” and that the old international order is “collapsing at a staggering pace.”
This statement has not only drawn attention in Europe but also resonated with Canadian Prime Minister Carney’s nearly simultaneous assessment, reflecting a profound shift in the Western consensus on the global landscape.
In this video, we dissect the logic behind Merz’s remarks and his visit to China:
🔹 Why now, why Merz, and why before his visit to China? 🔹 How is Europe adjusting its diplomatic strategy amid U.S. strategic contraction and multilateral pressures? 🔹 Why has China’s strategic foresight, industrial system, and national governance become focal points for Germany and Europe? 🔹 What does Merz’s statement mean for Germany’s domestic economy, corporate expectations, and future Sino-German cooperation? 🔹 What signals does this visit send for global governance, climate change, and international economic cooperation?
Feel free to share your thoughts in the comments: 👉 Do you think Merz’s remarks reflect more pragmatic cooperation or strategic adjustments? 👉 With European strategic autonomy increasingly emerging, how will this affect China-Europe relations? 👉 As the old order fades and a new order is yet to take shape, how should China navigate its diplomatic pace?
New Zealand TV Video: What is the character of these ICE agents? What assignment did Trump gave them? What is the reaction of the lowest levels immigrants? 影片有英文字幕: 這些移民執法局特工的品行如何？川普給他們佈置了什麼任務？最底層美國移民的反應是?
Video: US Survival Game, No Backups – Chinese female PhD student in the U.S. discusses the American killing line, with severity worse than imagined. 影片有英文字幕: 美國生存遊戲，沒有備份，中國留美女博士談美國斬殺線，嚴重程度比想像中的更甚，讓你死无葬身之地! https://rumble.com/v74tvou-us-survival-game-no-backups.html 👈🇺🇸
Video: The United States is no longer pretending! U.S. Vice President Vance lays it all out at the Naval Academy: America cannot stop China! The 34-year-long unipolar world has come to an end at this very moment! 美國不再装了！美国副总统万斯在海军学院摊牌：美国挡不住中国！34年的单极世界，在此刻画上句号!
The United States is no longer pretending! U.S. Vice President Vance lays it all out at the Naval Academy: America cannot stop China! The 34-year-long unipolar world has come to an end at this very moment!
If even the U.S. Vice President openly admits at the Naval Academy, a symbol of hegemonic power, that “the era of American dominance is over,” what reason do we have to continue living under the illusion of “American invincibility”?
In today’s video, we will deeply revisit this historic moment that is enough to be recorded in history. This is not just a political slogan; it is the first time the U.S. government has psychologically accepted the fact of “decline.” We will break down the harsh industrial logic behind this statement: Why is the United States, with the world’s most advanced technology, now facing backlogs in submarine repairs and struggling to hire skilled welders? Meanwhile, how has the opponent across the ocean, often called an “industrial monster,” managed to develop lithography machines from scratch and achieved the most incredible industrial chain reversal in human history, despite being comprehensively blockaded?
This is not just a shift in national fortunes; it is a dimensional reduction strike at the level of civilization. We will extend our discussion from Vance’s speech to predict potential geopolitical upheavals in 2025, exploring how the first island chain could become obsolete when the Liaoning carrier group heads straight for Australia.
As a Taiwanese, I also want to take this opportunity to share some heartfelt thoughts. When the elephant no longer cares about the ants at its feet, and when overseas Chinese enjoy the “dignity dividend” brought about by the motherland’s strength, isn’t it time for us to wake up from our “small bliss” and face the fact that the world has already changed?
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