Episodios

  • Global survey: China's influence set to grow—what makes its engagement resonate globally?

    Global survey: China's influence set to grow—what makes its engagement resonate globally?
    Jan 15 2026
    ① China–Canada ties: Beyond bilateral relations. What strategic implications do strengthened China–Canada relations have for the wider Pacific region? (00:45) ② China has unveiled national plan to boost green consumption. How might this plan reshape domestic markets and create new opportunities for both local and international businesses? (13:31) ③ Global survey: Majorities expect China's influence to grow over next decade. Which aspects of China's engagement appear more aligned with the needs of the international community? (26:28) ④ Japan's PM to detail snap election plans. Having been in office for less than three months, why is Takaichi moving so urgently to dissolve the lower house? (35:57) ⑤ U.S. freezes immigrant visa processing from 75 countries. What's next? (44:31)
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  • What Canada’s PM China visit means for bilateral ties

    What Canada’s PM China visit means for bilateral ties
    Jan 14 2026
    ① Canada PM’s China trip: What’s next for bilateral relations? (00:46) ② China's foreign trade is up 3.8% in 2025 with more diverse partners. What does this say about China’s economy amid global uncertainties? (12:30) ③ South Korean President Lee Jae Myung wraps up his two-day visit to Japan, and urges closer trilateral ties with Japan and China. (24:31) ④ Facing a more coercive United States on Greenland, what options do European countries really have? Is NATO still relevant? (34:59) ⑤ China installs world's first 20-megawatt offshore wind turbine. How will this tech milestone accelerate China’s green transition? (44:58)
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  • Putting power in institutional cage: China’s anti-corruption strategy explained

    Putting power in institutional cage: China’s anti-corruption strategy explained
    Jan 13 2026
    ① Xi calls for sustained anti-corruption drive. How does deepening institutional oversight underpin China’s long-term governance and development goals? (00:49) ② China–EU agree on EV price undertakings. How can dialogue-based solutions ease trade frictions and stabilize the global auto supply chain? (11:06) ③ China tightens rules on government investment funds. How will stronger evaluation mechanisms improve capital efficiency and guide social investment toward national priorities? (24:18) ④ Turkey seeks to join Saudi–Pakistan defense pact. As U.S. intervention in Venezuela fuels global security anxiety, is Ankara hedging beyond NATO? (34:44) ⑤ X’s AI chatbot Grok blocked in Southeast Asia, UK probes platform. Is the world nearing a turning point in AI content regulation and platform accountability? (46:09)
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  • China–Africa cooperation as hegemonism resurges in 2026

    China–Africa cooperation as hegemonism resurges in 2026
    Jan 12 2026
    ① Chinese Foreign Minister 2026 Africa Tour. At a time when hegemonism is once again on the rise, how can China–Africa cooperation help safeguard the voice of development in global affairs? (00:46) ② Expert insight: China’s CPI rebound points to a potential structural shift. (13:11) ③ Can Iran stabilize its economy amid U.S. and external interference? (34:47) ④ EU, South America reach trade deal after 25 years of talks. What’s at stake? (35:57) ⑤ U.S. Fed chair Powell under investigation: How political is the case? (44:21)
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  • When power overrides law: the world after the U.S. forcible seizure of Maduro

    When power overrides law: the world after the U.S. forcible seizure of Maduro
    Jan 9 2026
    The U.S. forcible seizure of Venezuela’s President Maduro has sent shockwaves across the world. Is this abuse of unilateral power becoming a go-to tool for the United States? Are we witnessing the return of a “might makes right” logic in international affairs? And what kind of world order may emerge from this? Host Ge Anna is joined by Anna Rosario Malindog-Uy, Director and Vice President for External Affairs, Asian Century Philippines Strategic Studies Institute; Cao Ting, Director of the Center for Latin American Studies of Fudan University; and Josef Mahoney, Professor of Politics and International Relations at East China Normal University.
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  • How can China and Pakistan intensify counter-terrorism cooperation?

    How can China and Pakistan intensify counter-terrorism cooperation?
    Jan 8 2026
    ① China’s public security minister and Pakistan’s interior minister have met in Beijing, vowing to intensify cooperation in fighting terrorism. We explore how efforts in this regard could lead to better development of the China Pakistan Economic Corridor? (00:51) ② The EU has launched its carbon border tax despite opposition from major trading partners. Is this policy protectionism cloaked in environmental rhetoric? (15:38) ③ The Trump administration has announced US withdrawal from dozens of international organizations. What could be the consequences when the US further retreats from global cooperation? (24:53) ④ As more and more international patients take medical trips to China, will the country become a global hub for medical tourism? (35:36) ⑤ What is causing the escalation of clashes between government forces and Kurdish fighters in Syria’s Aleppo? (44:41)
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  • China’s export control on dual-use items to Japan

    China’s export control on dual-use items to Japan
    Jan 7 2026
    ① China’s foreign minister has embarked on a trip to four countries in Africa, continuing with a 36-year diplomatic tradition. Will China-Africa ties remain steadfast despite global turbulences? (00:53) ② China has strengthened its export control on dual-use items to Japan. Why is Beijing justified to take this move? (15:28) ③ European allies have agreed to key security provisions for Ukraine. We explore how security guarantees for Ukraine might look like. (24:50) ④ Precious metals are trading near their record highs. We look at how geopolitical flashpoints including tensions over the US seizure of Venezuela’s president are fueling the demand for safe-haven assets. (35:37) ⑤ Why are Chinese tech firms drawing crowds at the annual Consumer Electronics Show? (43:57)
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  • Why is US prosecution of Maduro illegal?

    Why is US prosecution of Maduro illegal?
    Jan 6 2026
    ① South Korean President Lee Jae Myung continues with his visit to China. How can China and South Korea strengthen cooperation while jointly defending results of the victory in World War II? (00:57) ② Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro has pleaded not guilty to all drug-related charges during his first court appearance in New York. We explore the legal issues that could arise in this case, including those concerning the legality of his forcible seizure. (14:23) ③ Donald Trump has set sights on Greenland after the US attack on Venezuela. Should Denmark be worried about any US move targeting the self-governing territory? (24:50) ④ Why has Eurasia Group, a well-known political risk consultancy, named the US political revolution as the world’s top risk in 2026? (35:25) ⑤ According to new official figures, China’s low-altitude equipment sector has grown fast over the past five years. We explore the factors behind its growth. (42:23)
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