Shadowing Practice: Xi issues 'SEVERE' warning to Trump - Learn English Speaking with YouTube

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I'M GOING TO BE ABLE TO TALK ABOUT THE FACT THAT I WOULD BE ABLE TO TALK ABOUT.
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I'M GOING TO BE ABLE TO TALK ABOUT THE FACT THAT I WOULD BE ABLE TO TALK ABOUT.
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I'M GOING TO BE ABLE TO TALK ABOUT THE FACT THAT I'M DRIVING.
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MICHAEL PILLSBURY.
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YOU CAN READ BETWEEN THE LINES BETTER THAN ANYBODY ELSE.
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WHAT IS YOUR TAKE AWAY FROM WHAT WE SAW?
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MAYBE YOU SEE SOMETHING ELSE.
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I SEE TWO THINGS.
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ONE IS I SEE THE SUPERFICIAL APPEARANCE OF FRIENDSHIP,
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RELATIONSHIP, 1784 IS WHEN OUR are certainly true.
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I congratulate Bill Hemmer on his profile.
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He's been doing profiles all around Beijing on the Great Wall and showing pictures of himself 20 or 30 years ago.
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That's all reality.
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We can celebrate it.
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It's good news.
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But from the point of view of a China expert who's seen these things for 30 years now or more,
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some really bad news is coming out.
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First of all, THE WARNING ABOUT TAIWAN.
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THAT NEVER HAPPENS.
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THIS IS THE FIRST TIME I'VE EVER HEARD A CHINESE LEADER
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IN THE FOREIGN MINISTRY ISSUE SUCH A SEVERE WARNING ON TAIWAN THAT IF IT'S NOT,
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IT'S VERY VAGUE, IF IT'S NOT HANDLED CAREFULLY,
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THEN THERE WILL BE CONFLICT.
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THAT'S NOT USUALLY PUT INTO THE,
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YOU KNOW, HAPPY TALK AT A BANQUET.
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THE AMERICAN SIDE IS TOTALLY SILENT ON THAT ISSUE,
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ON THE ISSUE OF TAIWAN.
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THE OTHER THING THAT CHINESE DID IS THEY USED A TERM THAT'S JUST ALMOST KIND OF NASTY.
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IT'S HARD TO TRANSLATE, It's called Gao Huai in Mandarin.
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Gao Huai.
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Gao means to screw.
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Huai means bad.
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I noticed the translation was by the Chinese side when they put it into English.
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It was don't mess it up.
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We must not mess it up.
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Well, that's not quite as strong as what it sounds like in Mandarin.
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So, yes, everything's wonderful.
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Big success.
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Steve Daines did a lot to make this all happen,
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working with David Perdue as ambassador.
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And Susie Wiles had a role, too.
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So that's all wonderful.
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But the other thing that wasn't brought up at all,
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the reason we're here really is the Chinese agreed reluctantly to
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a one-year moratorium on their export license system to block ring magnets from going to America.
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That hasn't been mentioned.
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The time runs out.
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The moratorium runs out very soon.
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THE MOST RECENTLY, THE MOST MOST RECENTLY,
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THE MOST RECENTLY OF THE MOST RECENTLY,
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THE RECENTLY RECENTLY, THE RECENTLY LICENSE SYSTEM TO BLOCK RING MAGNETS FROM GOING TO AMERICA.
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THAT HASN'T BEEN MENTIONED.
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THE TIME RUNS OUT, THE MORATORIUM RUNS OUT VERY SOON.
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WE CAN BE BACK TO A PROBLEM WHERE OUR FACTORIES CANNOT MAKE TURBIN ENGINES,
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CARS, EVEN THE WINDCHILL WIPER MOTOR IN YOUR CAR REQUIRES A LITTLE RING MAGNET.
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NO PROGRESS, NO MENTION OF IT.
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WHAT THEY DID, THEY WERE EXPECTED TO HEAR THAT IN THE SPEECH?
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I DIDN'T EXPECT THE CHINESE TO GIVE SUCH A SERIOUS WARNING.
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NOT THE BANQUET SPEECH.
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YOU WERE TALKING ABOUT THE STATEMENT ABOUT TAIWAN?
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DO YOU WANT ME TO READ IT?
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IT'S A PARAGRAPH.
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PRESIDENT XI STRESSED TO PRESIDENT TRUMP THAT THE TAIWAN QUESTION IS THE MOST IMPORTANT ISSUE IN CHINA-US
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THE BIDEN'S RELATIONSHIP WILL ENJOY OVERALL STABILITY.
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THE BIDEN'S RELATIONSHIP WILL ENJOY OVERALL STABILITY.
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OTHERWISE, THE TWO COUNTRIES WILL HAVE CLASHES AND EVEN CONFLICTS,
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PUTTING THE ENTIRE RELATIONSHIP IN GREAT JEOPARDY.
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TAIWAN INDEPENDENCE AND CROSS STRAIGHT PEACE ARE AS IRRECONCILABLE AS FIRE AND WATER.
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SAFEGUARDING PEACE AND STABILITY ACROSS THE TAIWAN STRAIGHT IS THE BIGGEST COMMON DENOMINATOR BETWEEN CHINA AND THE U.S.
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AND THIS WAS FROM THE SPOKESPERSON, MICHAEL.
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TOMORROW MORNING, CHINA EITHER WILL OR WILL NOT SEND TEN JET bombers around Taiwan.
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They've been doing this for a year and a half now.
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Or they'll send, in addition,
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10 Navy warships around Taiwan.
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That either stops, we'll be able to read about it on the Taiwan Defense Ministry website.
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They put up how many ships and bombers are circling their country.
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That either stops, which is fantastically good news,
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or it doesn't, which means we better be very careful in handling the Taiwan issue.
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The word jeopardy was in there, remember that?
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THAT PLACE THE RELATIONSHIP IN JEOPARDY.
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IT SOUNDS MUCH TOUGHER IN CHINESE.
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MICHAEL, I'LL TALK TO YOU ON RADIO IN A COUPLE HOURS.
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THANK YOU.
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GREAT INSIGHT.

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Context & Background

The recent dialogue featuring experts discussing a significant warning by Chinese leader Xi Jinping regarding Taiwan has captured the attention of global watchers. This conversation highlighted the complexities of international relations, especially concerning China and the United States. In a backdrop of apparent friendliness, the serious undertones regarding Taiwan's status were brought to the forefront, marking a notable moment in diplomatic discourse. This conversation also touched upon sensitive topics such as export licensing, showcasing the nuanced tensions that exist behind diplomatic façades. For English learners, engaging with such content offers valuable insight into both language use and global politics.

Top 5 Phrases for Daily Communication

  • “Drive home the point” - An expression meaning to emphasize a particular argument or issue.
  • “Reading between the lines” - Understanding the deeper meaning or implications beyond the words spoken.
  • “Handle with care” - A term advising caution when dealing with sensitive matters.
  • “Not quite what it seems” - Suggesting that there is more to a situation than what appears on the surface.
  • “Don’t mess it up” - An informal warning to avoid making mistakes in important contexts.

Step-by-step Shadowing Guide

If you're looking to improve your English pronunciation and speaking skills, the shadowing technique is a powerful method that you can apply to this particular video. Follow these steps for effective practice:

  1. Choose a Segment: Start with a short clip from the video, ideally one or two sentences that encapsulate the main ideas.
  2. Listen Actively: Play the video and listen to the segment several times. Pay attention to the speaker’s intonation, rhythm, and pronunciation.
  3. Repeat After the Speaker: Pause the video and repeat what the speaker has said. Focus on mimicking their pronunciation and delivery closely, as this is vital for effective english speaking practice.
  4. Record Yourself: After practicing, record your voice as you shadow the segment. This will help you compare your pronunciation to that of the speaker.
  5. Evaluate and Adjust: Play your recording alongside the original segment. Identify areas where you can improve your pronunciation and make adjustments accordingly.

By integrating these practices into your routine, you'll find improvement in your English pronunciation and fluency, enabling you to communicate effectively in various contexts. Remember, shadow speaking is not just about repeating words; it's about embodying the style and emotion behind them to convey your message convincingly.

What is the Shadowing Technique?

Shadowing is a science-backed language learning technique originally developed for professional interpreter training and popularized by polyglot Dr. Alexander Arguelles. The method is simple but powerful: you listen to native English audio and immediately repeat it out loud — like a shadow following the speaker with just a 1–2 second delay. Unlike passive listening or grammar drills, shadowing forces your brain and mouth muscles to simultaneously process and reproduce real speech patterns. Research shows it significantly improves pronunciation accuracy, intonation, rhythm, connected speech, listening comprehension, and speaking fluency — making it one of the most effective methods for IELTS Speaking preparation and real-world English communication.

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