It's widely acknowledged that metrics and information released by the CCP are often questionable, and this interview confirms that. Regardless of the reasons, I commend Mr. Shum for stepping forward. It takes real courage to challenge such a powerful entity. I'm surprised his story hasn't gained more mainstream attention. As he said, "This is history," and it should be easily accessible to anyone who wants to know. I wish Mr. Shum all the best. PS: now, is this gonna get me in trouble under article 23 and the new global security law? lol
Speaking out kept him alive by helping him stay in the Western radar. The guy sold his conscience for wealth. He admitted it. Now that he had a son to protect and a lot of dangerous enemies who rule a superpower, he needs another superpower protection. I like his expose, but let's not pretend that it is anything other than self-interest and self-preservation. He did not pretend otherwise.
@@williamb7246 they’re not as prolific as they used to be. In fact they are tamer and significantly smaller in numbers these days. I think it’s a combination of a reducing propaganda budget due to being broke and people losing the passion to fight for a country they now realise has been lying to them forever. The veil is coming down and they see it too.
@@pablosskates7067 lol, if CCP truly want to overwhelm YT censor, they can just free Chinese from internet control, there are 1.4b Chinese, each spit once, you're done. they're been nice.
Got to look at the overall outcome to address corruption that was widespread in China those days. Corruption had always brought down many Chinese dynasties including the last Qing dynasty. It’s always very grey on Chinese corruption because wealth is often hidden and though relationships.
The Brits have a long and, rightly so, great history of story telling - from Shakespeare to Hardy and Tolkien. However selective listening and spinning can often end badly. So one question - if China economic numbers are so bad, why is it so dominant in commodity markets, EV, solar, heavy equipment, etc.
Please divide your video in different subjects, this way we could watch the subject we like instead of wasting our time on non interesting subject and make us leave your video.
The Far right organiser was found quilty of disturbing disturbing material and racial hatred. A bit like how CCP state press describes America and Taiwan
@@heckmacbuff lol. So because we knew he was in jail that changes everything. If they'd have hidden him away in a secure jail, that wouldn't have been OK. Lol
@@heckmacbuff you're right I mean China are bad and America are amazing. I can't believe I didn't realise how the west are amazing and China are evil. Western governments don't do anything like what China do, we should aspire to be like western countries.
AI reply, not me - The phrase "was disappeared" typically implies that someone vanished under mysterious or unexplained circumstances, often suggesting that external forces were involved. “Was made to be disappeared” is the same thing but more straight forward.
Yes and No. We are all opportunist to some extend. But the REAL Opportunists are quick to evaluate cost and benefit. He and his wife were used to send a msg. By speaking out, he is asking for an “all out” War against him or anybody close to him. That is totally out of character of a real opportunist.
it's not a random grammatical blunder, it's a well-known usage in reference to people who have been kidnapped by their governments and detained or killed. it would not be correct to simply say 'she disappeared' in this context, as though she just went missing - that isn't what happened, the disappearing was done to her. Thus you get the twist on the verb. I imagine it comes from the south american context, where you also have the noun form 'desaparecidos' - 'the disappeared'.
It's widely acknowledged that metrics and information released by the CCP are often questionable, and this interview confirms that. Regardless of the reasons, I commend Mr. Shum for stepping forward. It takes real courage to challenge such a powerful entity. I'm surprised his story hasn't gained more mainstream attention. As he said, "This is history," and it should be easily accessible to anyone who wants to know. I wish Mr. Shum all the best.
PS: now, is this gonna get me in trouble under article 23 and the new global security law? lol
Speaking out kept him alive by helping him stay in the Western radar. The guy sold his conscience for wealth. He admitted it. Now that he had a son to protect and a lot of dangerous enemies who rule a superpower, he needs another superpower protection.
I like his expose, but let's not pretend that it is anything other than self-interest and self-preservation. He did not pretend otherwise.
It is fashionable to do this ... there is a share of the $1.5 billion after all
But i wont buy the crappy book
Ah the chinese bots are well and truly alive on this video 😂 they're not even subtle anymore
@@williamb7246 they’re not as prolific as they used to be. In fact they are tamer and significantly smaller in numbers these days. I think it’s a combination of a reducing propaganda budget due to being broke and people losing the passion to fight for a country they now realise has been lying to them forever. The veil is coming down and they see it too.
And why should they? Western countries are detaining anyone critical of Israel. Gimme a break with this high and mighty attitude .
@@pablosskates7067 lol, if CCP truly want to overwhelm YT censor, they can just free Chinese from internet control, there are 1.4b Chinese, each spit once, you're done. they're been nice.
Fascinating interview. I particularly enjoyed Desmond's observation that a Gweilo "could never have found out secret financial information, in China"
do not confuse yourself, you cannot reward innovation if you do not allow the winners to retain their own wealth. Then smart people will leave.
Got to look at the overall outcome to address corruption that was widespread in China those days.
Corruption had always brought down many Chinese dynasties including the last Qing dynasty. It’s always very grey on Chinese corruption because wealth is often hidden and though relationships.
Wish you all best
Oh did you guys get your check from the US State Department?
The Brits have a long and, rightly so, great history of story telling - from Shakespeare to Hardy and Tolkien. However selective listening and spinning can often end badly. So one question - if China economic numbers are so bad, why is it so dominant in commodity markets, EV, solar, heavy equipment, etc.
Points to industries that are heavily subsidized as proof.
And in the same breath, will argue tooth and nail this isn’t happening. GG wumao. GG.
@@pablosskates7067 excellent response, right on point!! 👍🏻
@@tengchuankhoo6585 debt and not doing enough 'internal circulation'
@@pablosskates7067 Not stealing from others like the West. Subsidised by their loot from former colonies..
Interesting conversation
please have this guest on more often, finally the truth behind the veil of the ccp
Ok. The global majority does not buy into Western BS.
I'm interested in reading his book. I spent 9 years in Mainland China myself, as a teacher.
Really got to turn on the subtitles when hearing this Mainlander speaks 🤦.
Please divide your video in different subjects, this way we could watch the subject we like instead of wasting our time on non interesting subject and make us leave your video.
Timetstamps
The more he talks, the more he looks like pinnocio.
What about Sam Melia, was disappeared by the UK regime?
oh... that racist thug who tried pathetic incitment of hatred.... good riddence to bad S&^%$
The Far right organiser was found quilty of disturbing disturbing material and racial hatred. A bit like how CCP state press describes America and Taiwan
whataboutism lol
@Kevin-fq3zh well what about it, eh?
Julian Assange... Disappeared by the west
Everybody knew exactly where he was, and where he is now.
@@heckmacbuff lol. So because we knew he was in jail that changes everything. If they'd have hidden him away in a secure jail, that wouldn't have been OK. Lol
@@stevetaylor20 just making the point that it is a totally different concept. But I'm sure you understand really.
@@heckmacbuff you're right I mean China are bad and America are amazing. I can't believe I didn't realise how the west are amazing and China are evil. Western governments don't do anything like what China do, we should aspire to be like western countries.
@@heckmacbuff I'm self harming right now. I realise the error of my ways. I can only apologise to you and offer my life in return
Talking nonsense
what a load of crap!!!!
Desmond did her in himself
Was "disappeared"?
What kind of English is that? Can you or anyone pass their English language test using such pharases?
AI reply, not me - The phrase "was disappeared" typically implies that someone vanished under mysterious or unexplained circumstances, often suggesting that external forces were involved.
“Was made to be disappeared” is the same thing but more straight forward.
It's perfectly acceptable...and often used in this context.
This guy is nothing but a opportunist, there’s no such thing as loyalty in his dictionary
Yes and No. We are all opportunist to some extend. But the REAL Opportunists are quick to evaluate cost and benefit. He and his wife were used to send a msg. By speaking out, he is asking for an “all out”
War against him or anybody close to him. That is totally out of character of a real opportunist.
I'm currently reading his book. He was part of a corrupt political system doing business. When his luck ran out, he cut and ran.
Being Chinese means having to be loyal to the CCP?
@@Andy-P of course not. But of course he claimed to be loyal to ccp so he can get into the power center of ccp.
Not sure about facts. Vague on wedding, vague 10 or 15 years of business. Just saying
Btw, you can't say "someone was disappeared" in English. It's a corruption of the English language.
it's not a random grammatical blunder, it's a well-known usage in reference to people who have been kidnapped by their governments and detained or killed. it would not be correct to simply say 'she disappeared' in this context, as though she just went missing - that isn't what happened, the disappearing was done to her. Thus you get the twist on the verb. I imagine it comes from the south american context, where you also have the noun form 'desaparecidos' - 'the disappeared'.
@@noah6825you expect a grade 4 child to understand Oxford English? lol
Actually, you can...
@@gemox3225 go and look up "passives" in your english grammar reference book.