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The Hub covers hot-button geopolitical and economic issues, as well as interesting stories and trends in culture, education, technology and lifestyle. It aims to connect people, cultures and societies across the East and the West.

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The Long March remains a powerful chapter in China's history, 90 years after the victory of the Chinese Red Army in 1936. What can a journey along the Long March route reveal about its history and spirit? How can shared experiences help young people ... more

BRICS enters its third decade with a larger membership, a broader agenda, and a growing role for the Global South. Can its expansion strengthen cooperation without creating fragmentation? How can BRICS help shape the global economic order? On The Hub... more

BRICS marks its 20th anniversary as the grouping enters a new phase of cooperation. What can BRICS deliver as global economic and political dynamics continue to shift? And how can the expanded bloc turn closer cooperation into greater opportunities f... more

As the 16th APEC Energy Ministers' Meeting takes place in Beijing, how can economies across the Asia-Pacific keep energy affordable, reliable and sustainable? Can renewables and AI help build a cleaner and more resilient energy future? On The Hub, Wa... more

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Marta Regina Fernandes
Researcher and former director at the Brics Policy Center; associate professor at the Institute of International Relations, Pontifical Catholic University of Rio de Janeiro
Brics Policy Center / Pontifical Catholic University of Rio de Janeiro
Episode: BRICS at 20: A new era of Global South cooperation
Evandro Cavalho
Recipient of the Chinese Government Friendship Award; associate professor of international law
Fluminense Federal University
Episode: BRICS at 20: A new era of Global South cooperation
Stevan Defilla
Assistant President of the APEC Sustainable Energy Center
APEC Sustainable Energy Center
Episode: Building a smarter energy future: What can APEC help?
John Grimes
CEO of the Renewable Energy Council Asia-Pacific
Renewable Energy Council Asia-Pacific
Episode: Building a smarter energy future: What can APEC help?
John Pang
Senior Fellow at the Belt and Road Initiative Caucus for Asia Pacific
Belt and Road Initiative Caucus for Asia Pacific
Episode: Building a smarter energy future: What can APEC help?
Jumad Ottobayev
Former Prime Minister of Kyrgyzstan
Government of Kyrgyzstan
Episode: The SCO at 25: Decoding major breakthroughs at Bishkek 2026
Sohail Khan
Deputy Secretary General of the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation
Shanghai Cooperation Organisation
Episode: 2026 Bishkek SCO Summit: Deepening cooperation and bringing people closer
Arbasheer Madanow
Founder of EG18
EG18 (Kazakhstan)
Episode: The Shanghai Cooperation Organisation at 25: Young voices, new opportunities
Zun Ahmedhan
Research fellow at Centre for China and Globalisation
Centre for China and Globalisation
Episode: The Shanghai Cooperation Organisation at 25: Young voices, new opportunities

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Wang Guan
Host of The Hub with Wang Guan

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4.5 out of 5 stars from 15 ratings
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    Poli嘻嘻
    China3 years ago
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    请一定要坚持下去这个节目 每次都很有趣😫

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    Japan3 years ago
  • 终于等到

    哇!希望能稳定更新!很喜欢的栏目!

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    苔痕君
    China4 years ago

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2026 Bishkek SCO Summit: Deepening cooperation and bringing people closer
Q: What can we expect from this year's Bishkek Summit, and how will it shape SCO's future
The Deputy Secretary General outlines a large, multi-faceted agenda including political, economic, humanitarian, and cultural initiatives; plans for a new development bank; potential changes to membership and dialogue partner criteria; and a push to embed the Global Governance Initiative into SCO mechanisms to strengthen regional governance.
The Shanghai Cooperation Organisation at 25: Young voices, new opportunities
Q: How can China play a role in boosting SCO youth initiatives?
China's long-standing partnerships and manufacturing capabilities can help connect young people with study and business opportunities across Central Asia, turning cross-border ties into real ventures.
The Shanghai Cooperation Organisation at 25: Young voices, new opportunities
Q: What is the most important outcome to watch at the Bishkek summit for youth opportunities?
Advancing programs that shorten cultural gaps and promote people-to-people exchanges, including joint forums, sub-forums, and easier travel."
The Shanghai Cooperation Organisation at 25: Young voices, new opportunities
Q: From an entrepreneur's perspective, what are you most looking forward to from this year's SCO summit?
Focus on concrete, practical benefits that ease trade, accelerate logistics and open up investment opportunities, with more tangible outcomes for everyday people.
How China's GGI and GDI are shaping global development and cooperation
Q: Professor Zhou, what are the two most important priorities for global development in the coming decades?
Development priority to move the world toward cooperative progress, and synergy through broad-based participation across sectors and actors to mobilize all resources for shared goals.

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Global affairs and economics topics are discussed through roundtable-style conversations led by a seasoned host. Episodes frequently cover geopolitics, international development, and governance, with guests ranging from government officials and academics to industry leaders and policy experts. A notable strength is the ability to connect high-level analysis with practical implications for business, policy, and cross-border collaboration, often highlighting China's role in global trends and regional security. The format tends to mix macro analysis with case studies, using diverse voices to illuminate complex topics for professionals and informed general listeners alike.

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1. Marta Regina Fernandes
2. Evandro Cavalho
3. Stevan Defilla
4. John Grimes
5. John Pang
6. Jumad Ottobayev
7. Sohail Khan
8. Arbasheer Madanow

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