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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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Gu Qingyang
Associate Professor at Li Guangyu School of Public Policy
National University of Singapore
Episode: Pushing for new boundaries
Wang Dan
China Director of the Eurasia Group
Eurasia Group
Episode: Pushing for new boundaries
Jeffrey Sachs
Director of the Center for Sustainable Development
Center for Sustainable Development
Episode: Pushing for new boundaries
George Gesk
Professor of Chinese law at Osnabrück University in Germany.
Osnabrück University
Episode: Xinjiang: What the research uncovered
Vijay Prashad
Renowned author, journalist, and political commentator.
Episode: Xinjiang: What the research uncovered
Barry Sautman
Emeritus Professor at the Hong Kong University of Science and Technology and Distinguished Professor at Tsinghua University
Hong Kong University of Science and Technology, Tsinghua University
Episode: The Real Xinjiang: Let the data speak
Jaq James
Legal expert and educator with a focus on international law and human rights issues related to Xinjiang.
University sector in Guangxi, China
Episode: Xinjiang falsehoods exposed
William Lee
Chief Economist and Executive Director at the Milken Institute
Milken Institute
Episode: 2025 CIFTIS kicks off in Beijing
Andreas Hube
Managing Director of the German Federal Association for Economic Development, Foreign Trade, and Co-Founder of China Bridge
German Federal Association for Economic Development
Episode: 2025 CIFTIS kicks off in Beijing

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

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#12
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#87
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Apple Podcasts
#100
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#103
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Xinjiang: What the research uncovered
Q: Why is Xinjiang strategically important to the US?
It fits into the broader context of a Cold War approach by the US as it sees China as a major economic threat.
Xinjiang: What the research uncovered
Q: What did you see during your trip?
I had valuable discussions with officials and observed their approach to integrating education and law in dealing with social issues.
Seeing is believing - part 2
Q: What could you tell your friends and colleagues about Xinjiang to help them understand it better?
I would encourage them to travel to China, to Xinjiang specifically, to discover for themselves the economic development and the preservation of culture in the region.
2025 CIFTIS kicks off in Beijing
Q: What does the theme of this year's affair mean for the future of services in China?
The theme emphasizes intelligent technologies as empowering elements that will drive trade and services forward.
2025 CIFTIS kicks off in Beijing
Q: What can we expect during this year's fair?
This year's fair will showcase advancements in AI, green services, and healthcare, indicating a strong focus on these themes.

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1. Gu Qingyang
2. Wang Dan
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