Documents tagged "Chinese"
Found 52 documents with this tag
HOUSE_OVERSIGHT_032444.txt
This document contains a conversation between Robert Kuhn and Jeffrey E. regarding their plans for the future. Key topics discussed include Trump's inauguration and Sino-US relations, as well as Closer To Truth's proposal to produce a television series on "The Science of Sleep and Dreams". The communication is marked as confidential and contains sensitive information.
HOUSE_OVERSIGHT_032443.txt
In this document, Robert Kuhn discusses his plans to visit New York and meet with Jeffrey E. on the topic of Sino-US relations under Trump. He mentions his inauguration-day commentary and conversation with Chinese experts as well as an earlier interview on BBC about what Chinese think of Trump. In addition, he proposes a television series on "The Science of Sleep and Dreams" to be produced by Closer To Truth and aired on PBS stations. The proposal includes a 12-page document, line item budget, and weekly schedule for the project.
HOUSE_OVERSIGHT_032435.txt
The article discusses the trend of affluent Chinese seeking English-style butlers in their homes, which has grown sharply in recent years. Butler training schools and agencies have been doing business in China for over a decade, with most recruits being Chinese and many being women. The International Butler Academy China opened in 2014 and offers a six-week boot camp on dinner service, managing homes, and other minutiae of high living. The article also mentions the influence of the television series "Downton Abbey" in sparking interest in butler services among Chinese audiences.
HOUSE_OVERSIGHT_031764.txt
The document discusses an investigation into Republican fundraiser Elliott Broidy for allegedly trying to sell government influence. The focus of the investigation includes a plan to extradite a Chinese dissident and claims that Broidy sought $75 million in exchange for ending a Malaysian government corruption probe. It is also mentioned that there are ongoing investigations related to the Trump administration's ties with foreign officials, such as the one involving former National Security Adviser Michael Flynn.
HOUSE_OVERSIGHT_030795.txt
The document discusses the Justice Department's investigation into Michael Cohen, who was President Trump's personal attorney at the time of the report. The investigation is focused on possible political and government corruption related to Broidy's business dealings with Chinese and Malaysian officials, as well as his interactions with casino magnate Steve Wynn. Prosecutors have subpoenaed Wynn for records and communications related to Broidy. An attorney for Wynn, Reid Weingarten, declined to comment on the matter but said that Wynn is cooperating with the investigation.
HOUSE_OVERSIGHT_030790.txt
This document appears to be an email exchange between Jeffrey E. and David Stern regarding various topics such as travel plans, business matters, and personal interests. It mentions South of France, London, Russia, and a weekend trip to Munich for the World Cup Final. The emails also discuss business-related issues with Chinese and Qatari shareholders. It is important to note that this document contains sensitive information and should be treated as confidential.
HOUSE_OVERSIGHT_030729.txt
In the document, David Stern discusses various topics with Jeffrey E. in emails sent on July 12th, 2018. They discuss a lost Chinese shareholder, Qataris, and an upcoming trip to London. There is also mention of a weekend visit to Russia for the World Cup final and the possibility of meeting Steve Bannon for tea. In addition, Jeffrey E. mentions having a swamped assistant and needing help in Russia. The document contains confidential information intended only for the addressee's use and warns against unauthorized use or disclosure.
HOUSE_OVERSIGHT_030727.txt
The document is an email exchange between David Stern and Jeffrey E. discussing the death of a Chinese shareholder and their plans to travel. The key topics in the conversation include business issues with Qataris, requests for assistance in Russia, mentions of people like Steve Bannon and Donald Trump, and travel plans including London and Munich.
HOUSE_OVERSIGHT_030187.txt
The article is about the late comedian Lenny Bruce and his impact on comedy and society. It mentions his famous obscenity trial at Café Au Go Go in New York City and how he died of an overdose on August 3, 1966, with a foreclosure notice still on appeal. The author, who was a friend and subscriber to the satirical magazine The Realist, met Bruce for the first time in 1959 at a Times Square hotel and discusses their friendship and how Bruce broke through traditional stereotypes in his comedy act.
HOUSE_OVERSIGHT_029925.txt
Ted Kaptchuk is a Harvard Medical School professor who has focused his career on studying the placebo effect. He began practicing acupuncture in Cambridge in the 1970s, where he noticed that some of his patients were experiencing significant health improvements without any apparent physical intervention. This led him to question the role of the mind and belief in healing processes and sparked an ongoing scientific inquiry into the power of placebos in medicine.
HOUSE_OVERSIGHT_029520.txt
In 2012, a $91M hotel-condo project called Palm House was marketed to Chinese, Iranian and Turkish investors as a promising EB-5 investment. The marketing materials featured photos of the Clintons and Donald Trump as part of an advisory board along with celebrities like Celine Dion and Tony Bennett. However, more than six years later, the project remains unfinished and the hotel's dilapidated structure was sold in a bankruptcy auction for just shy of $40 million to a U.S. affiliate of London & Regional Properties. The key people involved in the project, Robert Matthews and Nicholas Laudano, pleaded guilty to fraud charges related to EB-5 funding misappropriation, while the 91 investors lost their $500,000 investments and never received their green cards.
HOUSE_OVERSIGHT_029497.txt
This email discusses the potential reaction from Trump's administration and Europe if Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi visits Kremlin and possibly Kim Jong Un right after. The sender also mentions a video that shows Kim Jong Un visiting China, meeting with Xi Jinping, and engaging in diplomatic discussions.
HOUSE_OVERSIGHT_029237.txt
The document discusses an idea for a new collider that the Chinese are willing to build with American technology. The sender suggests naming it the Obama Xi Collider, which could be beneficial for President Obama's legacy in science. The project is expected to take 15-30 years to complete.
HOUSE_OVERSIGHT_029176.txt
The document discusses the potential impact of US-China tariffs on trade relations between the two countries. Robert Lawrence Kuhn, a long-time advisor to China's leaders and author of "How China's Leaders Think" is interviewed by CNN regarding the issue. From China's perspective, they were happy with the status quo before the tariff imposition and blame the US for starting the trade war. They think that both sides will suffer in a trade war, and there are serious problems reflected in American experts and government policies. The US hope is to pressure China into making changes to its policy on issues such as intellectual property protection, tech transfers, and market access. China has implemented measures to open up its markets further, but it needs to be pushed more to make significant progress.
HOUSE_OVERSIGHT_027794.txt
The document appears to be a conversation between two individuals named Jee and another person through the iMessage service. The messages discuss various topics, including internal polling data about President Trump from March, Wisconsin's political situation, Chinese extradition laws, and personal updates about each participant's life. There are also multiple links shared within the conversation, indicating that the participants were exchanging information about current events and other subjects of interest.
HOUSE_OVERSIGHT_026887.txt
In summary, Robert Lawrence Kuhn discusses China's retaliatory tariffs on US imports as the trade war escalates between the two countries. He notes that China has signaled a ratcheting down of the escalation rather than further escalation and explains that maintaining economic growth and national pride are crucial to the legitimacy of China's government. The author also highlights the potential impact of the tariffs on both economies, noting that they are suboptimal for all countries involved.
HOUSE_OVERSIGHT_026877.txt
The document discusses the trade war between the United States and China, with Robert Lawrence Kuhn, an advisor to Chinese leaders and corporations, providing insights on the situation from his perspective in Beijing. He explains that China views economic ties as essential for peace and prosperity, and while it recognizes the need to address issues through discussion rather than confrontation, it cannot appear weak or unresponsive. Additionally, he highlights the importance of economic growth and national rejuvenation in maintaining the legitimacy of the Chinese government and Communist Party. Kuhn also notes that China's response to the US tariffs is carefully calibrated, focusing on proportional retaliation with a $60 billion tariff rather than a dollar-for-dollar match.
HOUSE_OVERSIGHT_026868.txt
The document discusses trade relations between China and the US in the context of a potential trade war. Robert Lawrence Kuhn, a long-time advisor to China's leaders, is interviewed on CNN. He explains that while China needs to take a strong public stance against tariffs imposed by the US, behind the scenes there is a desire for a solution that avoids conflict and can be reached through dialogue. The interview emphasizes the importance of economic development and national pride in Chinese politics, as well as the potential impact of foreign powers on China's psyche.
HOUSE_OVERSIGHT_026856.txt
The document discusses China's Central Conference on Work Relating to Foreign Affairs, which took place in June 2018 under the leadership of Xi Jinping, the General Secretary of the Chinese Communist Party and Chairman of the Central Military Commission. The conference is a significant event as it brings together China's entire leadership to analyze international trends and assess how China should respond to them in pursuit of its national interests. The document also touches upon the importance of these conferences for China's foreign policy establishment, as any new directives concerning China's global engagement are likely to be found in Xi Jinping's report to the conference. However, the deliberations of the conference are not made public, and only selected parts are broadcast and reported by central media.
HOUSE_OVERSIGHT_026674.txt
In the email, David Stern mentions that his senior Chinese friends informed him that Trump has received approval from the top to take on North Korea, but he is unsure about the veracity of this information. This email was sent to Jeffrey E. with a high importance rating and contains a reminder that the information within should be kept confidential.