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The Point with Liu Xin

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Joe Biden
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Rui Ali
New Zealand
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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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The post-war international order is under unprecedented strain. At the 2026 Munich Security Conference, a stark warning has emerged: The United States is "taking an axe" to decades of established global norms. As the conference opens in Munich, Europ... more

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Peter Kucznick
History professor and director of the Nuclear Studies Institute at the American University
American University
Episode: Munich Security Conference sounds the alarm
Edward Leemann
Co-founder and chairman of Leemann Bush Hong Kong, an advisory body specialized in cross-border merchant banking, trade and finance.
Leemann Bush Hong Kong
Episode: Jimmy Lai sentenced to 20 years: How justice is served
Nixie Lam
Member of the city's Legislative Council.
Episode: Jimmy Lai sentenced to 20 years: How justice is served
Liu Xiang
Research fellow at the Chinese Institute of Hong Kong.
Chinese Institute of Hong Kong
Episode: Jimmy Lai sentenced to 20 years: How justice is served
Asma Dawish
Tunisian host and journalist of China Arab TV
China Arab TV
Episode: ChinaMaxxing: What's behind the growing interest in Chinese culture?
Ekatrina Kali-Gaiva
Belarusian social media influencer
Episode: ChinaMaxxing: What's behind the growing interest in Chinese culture?
Cynthia Corona
Social media influencer
Episode: How China turns ice and snow into a $140-billion economy
Professor Liu Xu
Research fellow at the National Academy of Development and Strategy of Renmin University of China
Renmin University of China
Episode: How China turns ice and snow into a $140-billion economy
Paul Dong
Co-founder of EI Asia Limited
EI Asia Limited
Episode: How China turns ice and snow into a $140-billion economy

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Liu Xin
Host providing insightful commentary and analysis on global issues and events, with a focus on the interplay between China and the world.

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What the Epstein files reveal about power, secrecy, and the system
Q: What is the judicial system still functioning?
The judicial system has significant doubts about its integrity; Epstein exploited it, raising concerns about elite manipulation.
What the Epstein files reveal about power, secrecy, and the system
Q: What do you think of the fact that there are these unanswered questions about the Dalai Lama's potential involvement in the Epstein files?
The Dalai Lama's name appears in various political contexts, which makes his connections complex; it raises questions about his involvement with elite circles.
Jimmy Lai sentenced to 20 years: How justice is served
Q: Why do you think nobody in the west came out to plea for Edward Snowden, but they're coming out against Jimmy Lai's case?
Jimmy Lai's case is viewed as aligned with foreign political agendas, differentiating him from other figures like Snowden and Assange.
Jimmy Lai sentenced to 20 years: How justice is served
Q: How do you look at the 20-year sentencing?
The sentencing was based on the law and reflects the severity of the actions taken against national security.
New script in an old playbook?
Q: What is the global south potentially facing?
The Global South seeks to address practical challenges like climate change and demands equality and representation in international matters.

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1. Peter Kucznick
2. Edward Leemann
3. Nixie Lam
4. Liu Xiang
5. Asma Dawish
6. Ekatrina Kali-Gaiva
7. Cynthia Corona
8. Professor Liu Xu

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