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The Point with Liu Xin

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The Point with Liu Xin presents in-depth analysis and coverage of major world issues and features both international and Chinese viewpoints.

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Remilitarization under the guise of self-defense? Japan has been pushing to break away from the pacifist constitution set up after WWII, while refusing to renounce its militarist past. It is expected that the right-wing Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi ... more

On November 7, during a parliamentary debate, Japan's Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi said that the Chinese mainland's "use of force on Taiwan" could constitute a "survival-threatening situation" for Japan, implying the possibility of Japan's armed int... more

Over the last few days, the economic and trade agreements reached between China and the U.S. in Kuala Lumpur last month have started to take effect. The U.S. has removed the 10% so-called Fentanyl tariff and suspended, for one year, the 24% reciproca... more

The UN Climate Change Conference, COP30, kicks off on Monday in Belém, Brazil. This milestone event marks three decades of United Nations climate negotiations and the 10th anniversary of the Paris Agreement, highlighting a pivotal moment for global c... more

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Liu Xiang
Research Fellow of the Institute of American Studies at the Chinese Academy of Social Sciences
Institute of American Studies at the Chinese Academy of Social Sciences
Episode: China's strong response to Japanese PM's remarks
Liu Baocheng
Dean of the Center for International Business Ethics at the University of International Business and Economics
University of International Business and Economics
Episode: China-U.S. one-year trade & tariff truce takes effect
Professor Qi Ye
Dean of Society Hub at Hong Kong University of Science and Technology in Guangzhou
Hong Kong University of Science and Technology
Episode: Make or break
Thomas Gale
Former environmental advisor to U.S. President Bill Clinton and CEO of Victoria Royal Trade Limited Hong Kong
Victoria Royal Trade Limited
Episode: Make or break
Susan Thornton
Senior fellow of Yale Law School, Palchai China Center and former US Assistant Secretary of State for East Asia and Pacific Affairs
Yale Law School
Episode: APEC 2025 in focus
Bert Hoffman
Professor at the East Asian Institute at the National University Singapore
National University Singapore
Episode: APEC 2025 in focus
Mudasa Iqbal
Deputy Director of Diplomatic and Global Affairs at the Associated Press of Pakistan
Associated Press of Pakistan
Episode: Charting China's 15th Five-Year Plan
Leonardo Agutuch
Founder and CEO of Brazil 247, one of Brazil's leading news websites
Brazil 247
Episode: Charting China's 15th Five-Year Plan
Olena Prochenko
Correspondent and co-journalist of China News Center of China Arab Television
China Arab Television
Episode: Charting China's 15th Five-Year Plan

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Liu Xin
Host known for insightful discussions on world issues, equipped with a background in journalism.

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#83
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#230
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China's strong response to Japanese PM's remarks
Q: Is Takaichi deliberately trying to cause trouble for China-Japan relations?
There is speculation that Takaichi's remarks may be influenced by a desire to align with U.S. strategies and assert Japan's military posture.
China's strong response to Japanese PM's remarks
Q: Why is China reacting so strongly this time?
China perceives Takaichi's comments as a significant provocation that disregards its sovereignty and stems from historical tensions between the two countries.
China's strong response to Japanese PM's remarks
Q: What exactly did Takaichi mean by her remarks?
Takaichi implied that Japan may intervene militarily if there is a situation regarding Taiwan, representing a dangerous shift in Japan's military posture.
The role and responsibility of the media in global governance
Q: Do you think the media can play a more proactive role in terms of not just reporting on global governance stories?
Ahmed Al-Alawi agrees that the Global Governance Initiative can reshape global governance and emphasizes media's role in promoting social harmony and understanding.
The role and responsibility of the media in global governance
Q: How do you look at the current state of global governance and the role of the media in this very changing, very much shifting global landscape?
Adrian Wells discusses the poor performance of post-World War II institutions in addressing current conflicts, emphasizing the media's role to shine a light on these issues, although he believes this alone may not prompt action.

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Focused on delivering in-depth perspectives on significant global issues, this series emphasizes both international and Chinese viewpoints. The conversations explore a range of topics, including international relations, economic development, trade policies, and human rights narratives, particularly surrounding regions like Xinjiang. Unique elements include a commitment to addressing contrasting narratives found in Western and Chinese media, often featuring expert guests from various sectors such as academia, economics, and law. This podcast is particularly noteworthy for its analytical approach to complex geopolitical topics, aiming to foster understanding amidst diverse viewpoints.

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1. Liu Xiang
2. Liu Baocheng
3. Professor Qi Ye
4. Thomas Gale
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6. Bert Hoffman
7. Mudasa Iqbal
8. Leonardo Agutuch

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