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China’s rise has captivated and vexed the international community. From defense, technology, and the environment, to trade, academia, and human rights, much of what Beijing does now reverberates across the map. China Global is a new podcast from the German Marshall Fund that decodes Beijing’s global ambitions as they unfold. Every other week, host Bonnie Glaser will be joined by a different intern... more

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In the 1950s, Mao Zedong described the relationship between China and North Korea as “as close as lips and teeth.” Over subsequent decades, the relationship has ebbed and flowed, alternating between close alignment and periods of strain. In recent mo... more

On today’s episode, we’ll discuss the recent meeting between Chinese leader Xi Jinping and KMT Chairwoman Cheng Li-wun, the first in a decade between a Chinese Communist Party General Secretary and a KMT Chair.

Ms. Cheng was elected party chair only... more

On February 28th, the United States and Israel launched airstrikes on multiple sites in Iran, marking the beginning of a wider military conflict with Iran. Tehran responded with attacks on Israel, US military bases, and US allies across the Middle Ea... more

President Donald Trump is expected to visit Beijing from March 31 to April 2 for a summit with Chinese leader Xi Jinping. It will mark the first meeting between the two leaders since they agreed to a trade truce last October that ended months of esca... more

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Recent Guests

Andrew Scobell
Distinguished fellow, Institute for Security and Development Policy; adjunct professor, Georgetown University
Institute for Security and Development Policy; Georgetown University
Episode: Why China–North Korea Ties Are Warming Again
Amanda Hsiao
Director in Eurasia Group's China Practice
Eurasia Group
Episode: Unpacking the Xi-Cheng Meeting: Objectives and Outcomes
Erica Downs
Senior research scholar focusing on Chinese energy markets and geopolitics
Center on Global Energy Policy at Columbia University SIPA
Episode: What the Iran War Means for China’s Energy Security
Da Wei
Director of the Center for International Security and Strategy and Professor of International Relations at Tsinghua University
Tsinghua University
Episode: What to Expect from the Trump-Xi Summit: A Conversation with Dr. Da Wei
Jonathan Fulton
Non-resident senior fellow with the Middle East Program at the Atlantic Council; associate professor of political science at Zayed University
Atlantic Council; Zayed University
Episode: China-Iran Relations: Transactional or Strategic?
Logan Wright
Partner at the Rhodium Group, where he leads the firm's work on China's economy.
Rhodium Group
Episode: If China Attacks Taiwan: China's Economic Vulnerabilities
Charlie Vest
Associate director at the Rhodium Group, managing corporate research and advisory work on China.
Rhodium Group
Episode: If China Attacks Taiwan: China's Economic Vulnerabilities
Sheena Chestnut Greitens
An associate professor at the University of Texas at Austin and visiting research faculty at the US Army War College
University of Texas at Austin
Episode: If China Attacks Taiwan: Beijing Risks Social Instability in a Taiwan Conflict
Jake Rinaldi
An associate political scientist at the RAND Corporation
RAND Corporation
Episode: If China Attacks Taiwan: Beijing Risks Social Instability in a Taiwan Conflict

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Bonnie Glaser
Host of the series with a focus on China policy and geopolitics; frequent guest and lead analyst.

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 128 ratings
  • Simply the Best

    There is no peer competitor to Bonnie Glaser in her particular podcast space; she is indispensable, and I cannot believe that CSIS let such a talent go. Bonnie’s quality of questioning and guests are of genuine value to the listener. No sophistry here. I value Bonnie.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    RJG179
    United Statesa year ago
  • Simply the Best

    Their is no peer competitor to Bonnie Glaser in her particular podcast space; she is indispensable, and I cannot believe that CSIS let such a talent go. Bonnie’s quality of questioning and guests are of genuine value to the listener interested in national security, in particular. That she was name checked by the intellectually dishonest menace, Bridge Colby, should tell you all that you need to know. No sophistry here. I value Bonnie.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    RJG179
    United States2 years ago
  • Always worth a listen

    Carefully curated topics, informs guests, and clear articulation throughout. A very professional and thoughtful production each time.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    老板你干什么?
    United States2 years ago
  • Extremely biased reporting

    The China - Israel episode makes no mention of the 10000+ people who have been killed by Israeli military response (4000+ are children), nor the oppressive blockade that has been causing immense socioeconomic hardship on Gazans prior to the Hamas attack. The interviewee is preoccupied with portraying Israel as the victim- he tells China to look at itself in the mirror, perhaps Israel should do the same. Listen to what the millions of protesters around the world are saying week after week.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    rosiemay1963
    Australia2 years ago
  • Very very informative…..welcome to the real Fake, Fuct & Evil🇨🇳 China 🇨🇳

    I love this Podcast - like many others they show the real China. I wonder if western governments are listening to this and other Podcasts that show what is really going on in China and how the Chinese 🇨🇳 Communist 🇨🇳 Party is really running the country and people - with all their evil ways.

    It is a pity that much of the knowledge that is shared on this podcast is not known by the general public - who only see and hear the propaganda that is put out by Fake, Fuct & Evil🇨🇳 China 🇨🇳.

    Apple Podcasts
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    Polyglot1962
    Australia3 years ago

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Informative and well-produced with thoughtful moderation.
Consistently concise and content-rich with strong guest lineups.
Some listeners perceive occasional perceived bias on China topics, but many praise the depth of expertise.
High-quality questions and guests; credible, value-adding analysis.

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Why China–North Korea Ties Are Warming Again
Q: Is there any real possibility Beijing could help bring Kim Jong Un to the table if the United States asks for it?
Beijing is cautious and risk-averse; it might offer limited diplomacy or emissaries, but it's unlikely to orchestrate a bold, high-stakes push unless it aligns clearly with China's broader strategic interests.
Why China–North Korea Ties Are Warming Again
Q: What are the main drivers behind the renewed warming in China–North Korea ties?
A combination of concern over Russian influence, the need to counter external pressure from the United States, and a desire to stabilize the peninsula to prevent instability from spilling over into Northeast Asia.
Why China–North Korea Ties Are Warming Again
Q: So how should we understand this shift in China's stance on denuclearization?
China is treating denuclearization as a lower priority compared to maintaining a cordial relationship with North Korea and leveraging that relationship to counter Russia's influence and deter a potential new Trump administration initiative.
Unpacking the Xi-Cheng Meeting: Objectives and Outcomes
Q: Could there be a broader U.S.–China–Taiwan strategic impact from this meeting, especially before the Trump Xi talks?
The discussion suggests the meeting provides Beijing with leverage to argue for peaceful unification to Trump and to position itself as a stabilizing force, potentially delaying arms sales and encouraging closer dialogue at higher levels.
Unpacking the Xi-Cheng Meeting: Objectives and Outcomes
Q: What were Cheng Li-wun's objectives, and how might her stance affect Taiwan's internal politics?
Her goal appears to consolidate support within the KMT, present a sharper contrast to the DPP's stance, and leverage Beijing's access to shape cross-strait policy; this could risk internal party tensions and affect electoral dynamics in Taiwan.

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What is China Global about and what kind of topics does it cover?

The show consistently tackles China's evolving role on the world stage, with a strong emphasis on security, economics, and geopolitical strategy. Guests are often leading researchers and policy experts who dissect topics like US-China relations, Taiwan tensions, regional security dynamics, and China's ambitions in Latin America and beyond. Episodes tend to blend rigorous analysis with practical implications for policymakers, business leaders, and researchers, offering clear takes on how Beijing's strategy could unfold and what it means for global markets and security alliances. A notable strength is the host's ability to frame complex international issues through focused, expert-led conversations with academic and policy think-tank guests, ... more

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1. Andrew Scobell
2. Amanda Hsiao
3. Erica Downs
4. Da Wei
5. Jonathan Fulton
6. Logan Wright
7. Charlie Vest
8. Sheena Chestnut Greitens

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