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A podcast unpacking critical issues underpinning China’s emergence as a global power.

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In this episode of the ChinaPower Podcast, Witold Rodkiewicz joins us to discuss Russian elite assessments of the China‑Russia relationship at the strategic level, how they interpret China’s growing power and the emerging U.S.–China competition, and ... more

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In this special episode of the China Power Podcast, listen to our recent event assessing Xi Jinping’s widespread purges of China’s military and what they reveal about China’s priorities, dynamics within the PLA, and China’s overall military readiness... more

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In this episode of the ChinaPower Podcast, William Hannas and Hugh Grant‑Chapman join us to discuss key findings from Bill’s new report, China’s Embodied AI: A Path to AGI, as well as the CSIS report Is China Leading the Robotics Revolution? They exa... more

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In this episode of the ChinaPower Podcast, Thomas Shugart and Michael Dahm join us to discuss key findings from their new report, Flooding the Zone: The Use of Civilian Landing Craft (LCTs) in PLA Amphibious Operations. They examine how civilian land... more

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Recent Guests

Witold Rodkiewicz
Senior Fellow in the Russian Department at the Centre for East European Studies
Centre for East European Studies
Episode: Russian Elite Perceptions of China: A Conversation with Witold Rodkiewicz
Taylor Fravel
Arthur and Ruth Sloan Professor of Political Science, MIT
MIT
Episode: Assessing the Scope and Impacts of Xi’s Military Purges
Sheena Chestnut Greitens
Associate Professor, UT Austin; Editor-in-Chief, Texas National Security Review
University of Texas at Austin
Episode: Assessing the Scope and Impacts of Xi’s Military Purges
Ryan Berg
Director of the Americas Program and Head of the Future of Venezuela Initiative
CSIS
Episode: Operation Absolute Resolve and China’s Takeaways: A Conversation with Ryan Berg and Evan Ellis
Evan Ellis
Research Professor of Latin American Studies and non-resident Senior Associate
U.S. Army War College Strategic Studies Institute & CSIS
Episode: Operation Absolute Resolve and China’s Takeaways: A Conversation with Ryan Berg and Evan Ellis
Randy Schriver
Chairman of the Board of the Institute for Indo-Pacific Security and a partner at Pacific Solutions LLC.
Institute for Indo-Pacific Security
Episode: The 2025 USCC Annual Report: A Conversation with Randy Schriver and Mike Kuiken
Mike Kuiken
Distinguished visiting fellow at Stanford University's Hoover Institution with extensive experience in the Senate.
Stanford University's Hoover Institution
Episode: The 2025 USCC Annual Report: A Conversation with Randy Schriver and Mike Kuiken
Chad Sbragia
Senior Fellow at the Institute for Defense Analysis and former Deputy Assistant Secretary of Defense for China
Institute for Defense Analysis
Episode: U.S.-China Mil-Mil Ties: A Conversation with Chad Sbragia
Dr. Elizabeth Economy
Hargrove Senior Fellow and co-chair of the Program on the United States, China and World at the Hoover Institution.
Hoover Institution
Episode: The Fourth Plenum and China’s Evolving Economic Strategy: A Conversation with Dr. Elizabeth Economy

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Bonnie Lin
Director of the ChinaPower Project and Senior Advisor at the Center for Strategic and International Studies, Bonnie Lin specializes in U.S.-China relations and geopolitical dynamics.

Reviews

4.3 out of 5 stars from 437 ratings
  • Somewhat biased host

    The host is somewhat biased. Her engagement with guests often sounds very script based…..

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    MiaaaaFang
    Hong Kong7 months ago
  • One sided

    A one-sided argument isn’t analysis. There are plenty of serious podcasts that inform and illuminate, at the moment, this isn’t one of them.

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    1
    >>l
    United Kingdom8 months ago
  • Maybe Add a Cohost

    The content is good, and Bonnie Lin is a credible expert. She does sound like she’s reading from prepared notes a bit, but I still tune in to every episode for her insightful questioning of quality guests. A cohost would raise this podcast to a higher level.

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    4
    RJG179
    United States8 months ago
  • Yes

    Best when it isn’t counting artillery pieces or political gossip styles of analysis.

    Dr Ding’s an interesting chap.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    ahhmmmm
    United Kingdoma year ago
  • Upstart

    Excellent informative pod as usual 👍 go to source for enlightened debate about China and it’s place in the world 👍

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Crimebrook
    United Kingdom2 years ago

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Criticism exists regarding some bias in the perspectives presented, with suggestions for improvement in presentation and engagement.
The host is praised for her expertise but has been remarked upon as occasionally sounding scripted or overly formal in her delivery.
Listeners appreciate the insightful and informative discussions with credible experts.

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Russian Elite Perceptions of China: A Conversation with Witold Rodkiewicz
Q: What would potentially shift Russian elites away from this current trajectory?
Three levers: (1) demonstrate that the US would win in the Sino-US competition, prompting reconsideration; (2) show that Russia bears disproportionate costs, deterring deeper collaboration with China; (3) underscore the risks of escalating dependence on China to provoke population-level backlash and pressure elites to adjust.
Russian Elite Perceptions of China: A Conversation with Witold Rodkiewicz
Q: Can you summarize Putin's attitude toward China and the US in this dynamic?
Putin perceives China as an opportunity rather than a threat, advocating a pragmatic, bifurcated global order where the West declines and China rises, using historical analogies to legitimize accepting Chinese leadership in certain domains.
Russian Elite Perceptions of China: A Conversation with Witold Rodkiewicz
Q: How has the Russian elite's view of China evolved in strategic terms?
They see China as a shield against Western pressure and a cornerstone of a revised European order; this strategic partnership is framed as essential for survival and future influence, with Russia aiming to be useful to China to maintain security and leverage.
Russian Elite Perceptions of China: A Conversation with Witold Rodkiewicz
Q: What has surprised you most about the China-Russia relationship over the past year?
I would highlight the rapid shift in the economy, where China has become the major supplier across several sectors, notably automotive, shifting Russia's consumer market away from Western brands and toward Chinese ones much faster than expected.
The 2025 USCC Annual Report: A Conversation with Randy Schriver and Mike Kuiken
Q: What is actually new or different this year in your report compared to last year?
The new report provides fresh recommendations focusing on economic statecraft and broader themes rather than repeating previous calls.

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Focused on critical issues shaping China's ascent as a global power, this audio series features thought-provoking conversations with experts from various fields such as international relations, military strategy, and economic policy. Engaging in discussions that go beyond surface-level insights, it covers a diverse array of topics, including military modernization, U.S.-China relations, and geopolitical dynamics, particularly in the Indo-Pacific region. The conversations typically highlight the complexity of China's policies and governance, offering listeners a deep dive into how these elements impact global affairs.

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