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The China-Global South Podcast

The China-Global South Project
China
United States
Global South
Belt and Road Initiative
Iran
South China Sea
Southeast Asia
Brics
Philippines
Africa
India
Indonesia
Israel
Middle East
Brazil
Latin America
Vietnam
U.s.-China Relations
Taiwan
Shanghai Cooperation Organization

A weekly discussion on Chinese engagement in the developing world from the news team of The China-Global South Project (CGSP). Join hosts Eric Olander in Vietnam and Cobus van Staden in South Africa for insightful interviews with scholars, analysts, and journalists from around the world. You'll also get regular updates from CGSP's editors in Asia, Africa, and the Middle East.

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There's an emerging consensus that China is among the chief beneficiaries of the escalating conflict between the United States and Iran. While Beijing has undoubtedly welcomed Washington becoming entangled in yet another war in West Asia, and continu... more

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Two weeks ago, a PLA Navy submarine in the South China Sea test-fired a nuclear-capable intercontinental ballistic missile that flew 7,300 kilometers before splashing down in the South Pacific. The launch drew sharp criticism from several Pacific Isl... more

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China's suspension of rare earth exports to Japan has now entered its seventh month, with shipments in June again falling to a fraction of their level a year earlier. The restrictions are one sign of a broader collapse in relations between the two co... more

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The U.S. and China clashed at the United Nations this week, with each accusing the other of fueling instability in the Persian Gulf. Washington has long argued that Beijing plays a pivotal role in the conflict as the largest buyer of Iranian oil and ... more

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Recent Guests

William Yang
Senior Northeast Asia Analyst
International Crisis Group
Episode: Why Have China-Japan Relations Fallen Apart?
Jesse Marks
CEO of Rihla Research & Advisory; expert on Chinese mediation in the Middle East
Rihla Research & Advisory
Episode: The Limits of China's Iran Diplomacy
Derek Grossman
International Relations Professor at the University of Southern California; CGSP Asia-Pacific Non-Resident Fellow
University of Southern California; CGSP
Episode: The New Security Landscape Taking Shape in Asia
Ahmed Aboudou
Associate fellow with the Middle East and North Africa program at Chatham House; head of the China Studies Research Unit at Emirates Policy Center
Chatham House; Emirates Policy Center
Episode: Why China Is Winning the Iran War
Sailor Miao
Associate program manager at AidData (Tracking Under-Reported Financial Flows)
AidData
Episode: Kenya's China Debt Restructuring Explained
Oshin Pandey
Associate program manager at AidData
AidData
Episode: Kenya's China Debt Restructuring Explained
Ker Gibbs
Author, The Fragile Dragon; former president of the American Chamber of Commerce in Shanghai
Author of The Fragile Dragon; CGSP guest
Episode: China's Economy Is Stronger and Weaker Than You Think
Dan Kobayashi
Geopolitical risk consultant and former US State Department analyst
Expatriarch; former US State Department analyst
Episode: Former State Department Insider on Washington's Muddled Africa Policy
Li Shuo
Director of the China Climate Hub at the Asia Society Policy Institute
Asia Society Policy Institute
Episode: The Iran War is Boosting China's Green Energy Sales

Host

Eric Olander
Co-host of the show, frequently discusses developments in China-Global South relations with a regional focus in Africa and Asia.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 123 ratings
  • Long time listner first time reviewer

    I’ve been listening since the start, heard about Eric from the Phileaus club. Keep up the good work

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Dr. Wombat, Orthopedist M.D.
    United States5 months ago
  • You don’t get it.

    Sad you are so against American realignment and the end of globalization. Do you guys work for the CCP? How are those USAID funds working out? (Honeypot winnie the poo emoji)

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    SoulLove77
    United States5 months ago
  • An odd mix

    I thought the presenters seemed very knowledgeable until I listened to a show on my own specialist subject area, Palestine and Israel, in which they were coming out with over-generalisations and outright errors all over the place. I’m not sure if that’s just because they’re weak on the Middle East or I didn’t have the knowledge to spot mistakes on other topics. Some good interviewees, so perhaps just stick to the episodes with outside quality.

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    saritasinpelo
    United Kingdoma year ago
  • Truly wonderful and high quality

    Great all around

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    yvesTT
    Canada2 years ago
  • Truly insightful and unbiased

    Keep going with the great work

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    DanielYLYL
    Switzerland2 years ago

Listeners Say

Key themes from listener reviews, highlighting what works and what could be improved about the show.

Strong practical insights for business and policy strategy.
Thoughtful, balanced global South perspectives with deep regional context.
High-quality interviews with experts; well-researched and informative.
Some listeners feel coverage can be selective on Middle East topics.

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#217
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#115
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#128
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Talking Points

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The Limits of China's Iran Diplomacy
Q: What do you think China is looking for and positioning itself as in the post-war environment?
The analyst suggests that China envisions an integrated Gulf dialogue framework where US presence is minimized, aiming to manage regional security and economic interests through a multilateral, China-facilitated platform rather than through coercive pressure on Iran.
The New Security Landscape Taking Shape in Asia
Q: Why is Japan pursuing a more proactive security posture, including potential intelligence reforms, and how might this affect regional balance?
Japan is moving to hedge against uncertainty in U.S. commitment, expand defensive capabilities, and deepen regional interoperability with Australia and others, potentially reshaping security dynamics in East Asia.
The New Security Landscape Taking Shape in Asia
Q: What is your assessment of the UNCLOS dispute and the 2016 ruling's legitimacy today?
The ruling's legitimacy remains contested; China maintains the nine-dash line and argues the ruling has no effect on the facts on the ground, leaving no durable resolution to the disputes.
Why Have China-Japan Relations Fallen Apart?
Q: How is Japan balancing its own security needs with domestic politics and regional partnerships?
Japan is pursuing defense modernization, closer defense ties with regional partners like the Philippines, and leveraging US commitments while navigating domestic politics that are cautious about fully embracing an overtly offensive military posture.
Why Have China-Japan Relations Fallen Apart?
Q: What is driving the current deterioration in Sino-Japanese relations?
A combination of provocative remarks about Taiwan, China's assertive maritime actions, and Japan's perceived shift toward a stronger defensive and deterrent posture, all framed within shifting US dynamics.

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A weekly show exploring Chinese engagement with the developing world through geopolitical, economic, and policy lenses. Conversations span U.S.-China competition, Global South diplomacy, regional power shifts, and development finance, often featuring on-the-ground risk analysis and scholarly context. Notable is the blend of rigorous analysis with practical implications for investors, policymakers, and business leaders navigating cross-border opportunities in Asia, Africa, and Latin America. A distinguishing trait is its emphasis on the Global South perspective in global power dynamics, with guests ranging from researchers to regional analysts and risk experts; this often yields nuanced takes on how China's strategy intersects with local eco... more

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