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The Point with Liu Xin

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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USADA in deep doo-doo

The Point with Liu Xin ·

2024/08/09

US athletes who were caught doping have been allowed to compete for years in exchange for ratting on others? That's the latest revelation following media reports, bringing the dispute between U.S. and international anti-doping agencies to a higher level. What are the details?

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Exclusive interview with WADA Foundation Board member...

The Point with Liu Xin ·

2024/08/07

France has claimed a stunning array of medals, while China's Deng Yawen made waves with her groundbreaking gold in Freestyle BMX, marking the nation's first win in this event and signaling a new chapter for Chinese cycling. What moments can truly define these Games, and what do they mean for the future of cycling worldwide? And faced with accusations that the World Anti-Doping Agency is not doing its job, especially when it comes to Chinese players, what does the WADA say? David Lappartient,

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27:00

From impossible to possible

The Point with Liu Xin ·

2024/08/05

On July 31st, Chinese swimming prodigy Pan Zhanle won gold and broke world record in men's 100-meter freestyle swimming, clocking a time of 46.40 seconds. While the world was still trying to make sense of this seemingly "impossible" feat, just four days later, Pan did it again, this time in men's 4*100 medley relay, clocking 45.92 seconds for the same distance. The splashes sent waves of public euphoria across China, but also prompted the big question: how did he do it? From an emerging swimmer who

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27:00

Why does China coin "new quality productive forces"?

The Point with Liu Xin ·

2024/07/29

According to a major meeting on deepening reforms concluded days ago, China will improve the institutions and mechanisms for fostering "new quality productive forces" and apply digital technology to promote its digital economy. What exactly are these reforms regarding new quality productive forces? What role does it play in China's high-quality development? What can other countries take away from China's methodology?

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27:00

Ukraine closer to peace?

The Point with Liu Xin ·

2024/07/26

Ukraine's foreign minister arrived in China on July 23rd to begin a four-day visit. Dmytro Kuleba met with Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi in Guangzhou on Wednesday. During the meeting, Kuleba said Ukraine highly appreciates China's positive and constructive role in promoting peace and maintaining international order. Wang said China and Ukraine are friends. What did the two sides talk about? What possible role could China play to help make peace in Ukraine?

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27:00

What opportunities does China's opening-up offer?

The Point with Liu Xin ·

2024/07/24

The resolution of the 3rd Plenum of the 20th CPC Central Committee on further deepening reform comprehensively to advance Chinese modernization has put opening-up as a "defining feature". Will China make it easier for foreign businesses to operate here in the country? China's foreign trade reached new heights in the first half of this year, what does it mean to the world?

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27:00

Fleeing China or flying to China?

The Point with Liu Xin ·

2024/07/22

A group of U.S. heavyweight executives from companies like Goldman Sachs, Starbucks, Nike, and Qualcomm are arriving in China this week. Their visit coincides with China's recent commitments to further deepen comprehensive reform and create a more transparent, stable, and predictable environment for foreign businesses, announced during the third plenum of the 20th CPC Central Committee.

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20th CPC Central Committee's 3rd Plenum concludes in...

The Point with Liu Xin ·

2024/07/22

A pivotal four-day meeting of the 20th CPC Central Committee concluded on Thursday with the adoption of a resolution to further deepen reform in China. The 3rd plenum, held every five years, took place this week in Beijing. The resolution outlines a comprehensive plan to deepen reforms and advance modernization.

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27:00

China brings ocean back to blue

The Point with Liu Xin ·

2024/07/15

China has made tremendous strides in protecting its marine eco-environment in a remarkably short time, according to a recent white paper. We look into how this has been made possible. And at the NATO summit in Washington last week, China was labelled as a "decisive enabler of the war in Ukraine." But who's the real enabler? Is making China the new bogeyman going to save NATO?

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The South China Sea charade

The Point with Liu Xin ·

2024/07/12

Eight years ago, on July 12th, 2016, a so-called arbitral tribunal housed in the Peace Palace in the Hague handed down a so-called South China Sea Arbitration award that has been hailed by the West as a victory against “China hegemony” and used as a basis to criticize China. China has never recognized the legality of this case. What was behind China's non-participation? How far back can we trace this “Let's-see-each-other-in-court” approach by Western powers?

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27:00

The way home

The Point with Liu Xin ·

2024/07/08

Join host Liu Xin on her journey in China's southeastern province of Fujian, right across the waters from Taiwan, to meet young people from the island chasing dreams in their ancestral land.

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Scoping out a thriving Eurasia

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2024/07/05

The 24th summit of the Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO), the world's largest regional organization, concluded in Astana, Kazakhstan, on July 4th. The 10-member state organization adopted the Astana Declaration. In the document, they underscored the SCO's role in bolstering global peace and security, and in shaping a new equitable international order. What are the key points of the declaration? What plans does the organization have for the next 10 years? And how will it affect us?

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A testbed for Eurasian Cohesion

The Point with Liu Xin ·

2024/07/03

Chinese President Xi Jinping has arrived in Astana, Kazakhstan, for the 24th Meeting of the Council of Heads of State of the Shanghai Cooperation Organization, or the SCO. This annual summit is significant and China will assume the next SCO presidency after the meeting. President Xi highlighted the 32-year diplomatic relationship between China and Kazakhstan, calling it a "unique permanent comprehensive strategic partnership." This year's summit will shape the future of Eurasian cohesion, celebrate

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27:00

Biden-Trump faceoff

The Point with Liu Xin ·

2024/06/28

Biden and Trump face off in the first presidential debate of the 2024 general election. How much impact will the debate have on the race? Is it a demonstration of real democracy? And nearly 75 years since the founding of new China, how has China evolved?

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Contrast between Western coverage and the real Xinjiang

The Point with Liu Xin ·

2024/06/26

By reading Western mainstream media reports, you may get the impression that Muslims in Xinjiang are oppressed and struggling. But if one presents the region in a positive light showing the realities, one is likely to be called a brain-washed propagandist for the Chinese government and the CPC. But this has not deterred some brave and independent voices to speak out the truth about what they actually see with their own eyes on the ground. Among them is one German economist who has spent nearly 3

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27:00

China-Malaysia relations at 50

The Point with Liu Xin ·

2024/06/19

Chinese Premier Li Qiang is paying an official visit to Malaysia as the two countries celebrate 50 years of diplomacy. What makes the neighborly friendship tick? And 2023 was officially proclaimed the hottest year on record. What has to be done to adapt to the ever-warming climate?

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Are China-Australia ties back on track?

The Point with Liu Xin ·

2024/06/17

On Saturday June 15th, Chinese Premier Li Qiang arrived in Australia, the second leg of a three-nation tour, which also includes New Zealand and Malaysia. His Australian counterpart Anthony Albanese said in an opinion piece on a major Australian newspaper that the visit signals "another step forward" in stabilizing bilateral relations. There's also a positive change in public perception of China in Australia albeit a slow one. Are the upward trends sustainable? Have we become wiser in managing our

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27:00

A century of friendship

The Point with Liu Xin ·

2024/06/14

Chinese Premier Li Qiang arrived in Wellington, New Zealand on Thursday for an official visit to the country, the first leg of a three-nation tour. How have people-to-people exchanges shaped relations? We'll focus on one New Zealander's 60 year-long love affair with China. And artists from the mainland and Taiwan have recreated a Chinese opera masterpiece by a contemporary of Shakespeare. Why does "the Peony Pavilion" resonate so much with young people?

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A glimmer of hope?

The Point with Liu Xin ·

2024/06/12

The United Nations Security Council has passed Resolution 2735, calling for a comprehensive ceasefire deal to end the war in Gaza in three phases. Could it mark a turning point in the conflict? And Narendra Modi was sworn in for a historic third consecutive term as India's prime minister on Sunday. What impact will Modi's re-election have on regional and international relations?

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International Day for Dialogue among Civilizations...

The Point with Liu Xin ·

2024/06/10

The United Nations General Assembly has adopted a China-tabled resolution setting June 10 every year as the International Day for Dialogue among Civilizations. Why is setting such a day important? Will this make a tangible difference for people around the world? And how does China see its role at the UN in a century of unprecedented changes?

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