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The China-Global South Podcast

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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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China was among the first and most vocal opponents of the U.S. military intervention in Venezuela and the abduction of President Nicolas Maduro. Curiously, though, when U.S. President Donald Trump threatened to launch military strikes against Iran as... more

In this special bonus episode, Eric speaks with Kaiser Kuo, host of the popular Sinica Podcast, about China's response to the U.S. military intervention in Venezuela and the capture of President Nicolas Maduro.

Many U.S. and European analysts have ... more

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One of the prevailing narratives that's emerged following the U.S. military intervention in Venezuela and the detention of President Nicolás Maduro is that this is a major setback for China. Some analysts have called it a "strategic failure" on Beiji... more

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In this special year-end edition of The China-Global South Podcast, Eric, Cobus, and Géraud look back on the top stories of 2025 and look ahead to the key trend to watch in 2026.

📌 Topics covered include:

• Simandou goes online (Guinea) and th... more

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Recent Guests

Alicia Chen
PhD candidate in political science at Stanford University
Episode: What Makes China's Foreign Aid Different
Innocent Batsani-Ncube
Senior Lecturer and Associate Professor in African Politics at Queen Mary University of London
Queen Mary University of London
Episode: How China Uses Parliamentary Buildings to Build Influence in Africa
Dan Wang
Author of 'Breakneck, China's Quest to Engineer the Future'
Episode: Is China's "Engineering State" the New Development Model for the Global South?
James Kynge
Multi-award-winning journalist and author
Chatham House
Episode: Why China's Ability to Make a $6 Toaster is a Big Problem for the Global South
Gregory Chin
Senior Fellow at Boston University's Global Development Policy Center and an Associate Professor of Political Science at York University, Canada
Boston University
Episode: China's Evolution from "Rules Taker" to "Rules Maker" in Development Finance
Kevin Zongzhe Li
Affiliated researcher at the Center for China Analysis at the Asia Society Policy Institute
Asia Society Policy Institute
Episode: China Drives Indonesia's Push for Clean Energy and More Coal
James Crabtree
Distinguished visiting fellow at the European Council on Foreign Relations and Asia Society
European Council on Foreign Relations
Episode: Trump, China and the New Power Politics in Asia
Francisco Urdinez
Assistant Professor at the Political Science Institute of the Pontifical Catholic University in Chile
Pontifical Catholic University of Chile
Episode: How China is Displacing U.S. Economic Power in Latin America
Brian Wong
Assistant professor at the University of Hong Kong, fellow at HKU Center on Contemporary China and the World, and author of 'Moral Debt, Defending a New Account of Reparative Justice'.
University of Hong Kong
Episode: China's Play for Global Governance Leadership

Hosts

Eric Olander
Host with deep expertise in China's engagement in the Global South and a significant background in international relations.
Cobus van Staden
Managing editor with a focus on China's influence in Africa and a background in geopolitical analysis.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 87 ratings
  • 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 Kingdom6 months ago
  • Truly wonderful and high quality

    Great all around

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    yvesTT
    Canadaa year ago
  • Truly insightful and unbiased

    Keep going with the great work

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    DanielYLYL
    Switzerlanda year ago
  • China perspectief vanuit de landen waar ze zaken mee doen

    In het spel van grootmachten is China in het westen vrij onderbelicht en vaak gaat het over wat ze doen in een oriëntalistisch licht, die autocratische Xi, dat soort dingen.

    Deze podcast laat het licht schijnen op de werking van de Chinese politiek in het globale zuiden.

    Vooral de aflevering over productie in eigen land in Indonesië was machtig interessant. Echt een aanrader!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Wieler aso
    Netherlands2 years ago
  • Tom Rascati

    Fresh, smart and most importantly balanced, with a very educated view of how we got here. Well done!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    History Buff Tom
    United States3 years ago

Listeners Say

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

Overall feedback highlights a strong need for understanding China's role in the Global South, with listeners finding it both informative and thought-provoking.
The discussions are often praised for their balance and insights into the complexities of international relations.
Listeners appreciate the in-depth analysis and expert interviews with scholars and journalists.
Some listeners have noted issues with generalizations in certain episodes, suggesting that depth on specialized topics can vary.

Chart Rankings

How this podcast ranks in the Apple Podcasts, Spotify and YouTube charts.

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#225
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#204
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#30
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#74
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#103
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#119
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Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

What Maduro's Detention Means for China
Q: What does this mean for China's investments in the region?
China's strategic interest remains significant despite setbacks, as it has deep economic ties that are unlikely to sever completely, even with changes in political dynamics.
What Maduro's Detention Means for China
Q: What's your view from the Chinese perspective?
It's a huge blow for China due to its extensive economic investments in Venezuela, but in the longer term, it could allow China to position itself as a defender of international law and multilateralism.
What Makes China's Foreign Aid Different
Q: How do you see China's relationship with regional organizations influencing its aid distribution?
China uses aid strategically within regional organizations to cultivate influence and align with their interests, prioritizing regional cooperation over multinational organizations.
What Makes China's Foreign Aid Different
Q: Why does China's traditional foreign aid budget remain small compared to its overseas development finance efforts?
China traditionally has not been an aid donor and has focused on development finance through banks; its budget reflects domestic priorities and a reluctance to give away 'free money'.
What Makes China's Foreign Aid Different
Q: What is the definition that the Chinese use for foreign aid?
The Chinese definition differs from traditional definitions; they use a broader category of overseas development finance that includes non-concessional terms and does not strictly follow OECD standards for aid.

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This podcast features weekly discussions focused on the engagement of China in the developing world, with a particular emphasis on African, Asian, and Middle Eastern perspectives. The hosts engage with a range of scholars, analysts, and journalists, providing sharp insights into the complexities of Chinese influence in various global contexts. Topics vary from China's infrastructure projects, development finance, and manufacturing strength, to geopolitical dynamics involving nations like India and the U.S. Listeners are likely to gain a nuanced understanding of how China's actions resonate across the Global South and the implications of this for international relations.

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7. James Crabtree
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