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Is the era of U.S. stocks dominance shifting?

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2026/03/06

Global financial giant UBS has downgraded U.S. stocks, as markets stumble into one of their worst starts in decades. Is this a routine reset or a warning shot? Where is capital moving now? Are emerging markets the real story? And with geopolitics heating up and the Fed in play, is this a short-term wobble or the start of a structural shift in global capital?Host Tu Yun joins Warwick Powell, Adjunct Professor, Queensland University of Technology, Australia, Li Lun, Assistant Professor of Economics,

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2026 Two Sessions: China’s Global Governance...

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2026/02/27

For the first time, the Global Governance Initiative, a framework for reforming international relations, is set to feature in the recommendations for China’s new Five-Year Plan.This comes as national lawmakers and political advisors prepare to gather in Beijing for the annual “Two Sessions” in the coming days. GGI emphasizes sovereign equality, international law, and multilateralism. It prioritizes the Global South, focusing on true multilateralism, a people-centered approach, and tangible

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Will the U.S. rare earth futures plan undermine...

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2026/02/19

Chicago-based financial services company CME Group is reportedly working on a plan to launch the world's first rare earth futures contract. Can the U.S. reshape pricing power without controlling production? What countermove may Beijing take? Will China's dominance in price-setting be diluted? And are we expecting a bifurcated system in the global mineral sector?Host Tu Yun joins Professor Andy Mok of Beijing Foreign Studies University, who's also a Senior Research Fellow at the Center for China

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When the world comes to China for Spring Festival

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2026/02/13

This Spring Festival, China isn't just welcoming the Year of the Horse. It's welcoming the world. Foreign flight bookings are up more than 400 percent, with visitors flooding in from Russia, Europe, and even Argentina. Why now? What's driving this surge? Visas, social media, or something deeper? And as more foreigners come to China to experience the holiday, is Spring Festival becoming a global cultural event.Host Tu Yun joins Helen Han, Co-founder and Secretary General, the Beijing Club for

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China bans hidden car door handles: Safety fix or...

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2026/02/06

Sleek, flush, futuristic--hidden door handles once symbolized the EV era. Now, they're being flagged as safety risks. China is set to ban them, becoming the first country in the world to do so. What triggered the move? How will it affect automakers? Will the impact stop at car design, or ripple into global standards?Host Tu Yun is joined by Professor Yan Liang, Professor of Economics, Willamette University, the United States, Professor Andy Mok of Beijing Foreign Studies University, who's also a

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Why does China aim for a "reasonable price recovery"?

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2026/01/30

The world seems to be experiencing a split. While Europe and the U.S. work to bring inflation down, China is grappling with a different problem, persistently weak prices. What's going on? Why do low prices worry Beijing? How are policymakers aiming for a "reasonable" rebound? And can the goal be achieved without creating new risks at home or abroad?Host Tu Yun is joined by Professor Liu Baocheng, the Director of the Center for International Business Ethics, University of International Business and

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Why is "Becoming Chinese" going viral overseas?

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2026/01/23

What does it mean to "become Chinese," and why are people saying it online? From TikTok to X, the phrase is going viral. Is it cultural admiration, social commentary, or a search for alternatives? Host Tu Yun is joined by Dr. Qu Qiang, a professor and fellow of the Belt and Road Research Center at Minzu University of China, Dr. Warwick Powell, an adjunct professor of the Queensland University of Technology, Australia, and Harvey Dzodin, a Senior Fellow at the Center for China and Globalization to

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Where is America headed after the Minnesota shooting?

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2026/01/16

A fatal shooting in Minnesota has reopened some of America's deepest wounds. Renee Good, a poet, a mother, a guitarist, was killed during a federal immigration operation, just blocks from where George Floyd died. The fallout has sparked nationwide protests, fierce political debate, and new questions about ICE, accountability, and power. What happened and where could this moment take the United States next? Host TU Yun joins Dr. Yan Liang, Professor of Economics, Willamette University, Dr. Edward

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U.S. “death line”: why are so many Americans just one...

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2026/01/09

Recently, the term “U.S. death line” has been trending across Chinese social media. Originally a term from the gaming world, it’s now being used to describe the financial fragility haunting everyday Americans. Why are so many people in the U.S. just one crisis away from poverty? What does it tell us about the deep-seated institutional gaps in the country’s social safety net? Host Xu Yawen joins Prof. Li Lun, Assistant Professor of Economics at Peking University, and Prof. Josef Gregory Mahoney,

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Smarter China, Greater Opportunities: Multinationals'...

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2026/01/02

With rapid advancements in technology, what challenges and opportunities lie ahead for global semiconductor companies operating in China? As China steps up its efforts to boost quality consumption, how are global consumer brands adapting to this shift in demand? In this special edition, host Xu Yawen speaks with Marcus Kneifel, Senior Vice President of Systems Engineering at onsemi, and Willie Tan, CEO of Skechers China, South Korea and Southeast Asia, a global leader in lifestyle footwear and

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Greener China, Smarter Business: How multinationals...

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2025/12/26

As China shifts to a greener development mode, how may a multinational company adapt to the ever-changing market? As healthy living rises on China’s agenda, what new business opportunities are taking shape? In this special edition, host TU Yun talk to Frank Hammes, Global CEO of IQAir, the Swiss multinational known for its cutting-edge air purification and monitoring technology, and Roger Chen, the Managing Director-China of CLP Holdings, one of the oldest and largest power companies in the

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Is Nvidia's H200 deal a strategic reset or a...

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2025/12/12

Washington has just reversed course again. It is now allowing Nvidia to sell its advanced H200 AI chips to China, with a hefty 25% revenue cut flowing straight to the U.S. government. Is this a strategic concession, a commercial calculation, or the start of a new conditional export model? Will Chinese tech giants rush to buy the H200? Can Washington achieve its intended goals with the policy shift? And will this prompt other governments or companies to reconsider their own restrictions on tech

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Why sealing drug use records triggers widespread...

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2025/12/05

China's new rule to seal public-security violation records is being hailed as historic, yet nothing has stirred more controversy than the plan to seal drug-use records. Why this issue? How justified are the public's concerns? And with millions speaking out online, could public pressure reshape how the rule is ultimately implemented? Or, if not, what can be done to reduce potential risks?Host TU Yun joins Mr. Bai Xianyue, Partner of Grandall Law Firm Tianjn Office, Professor Josef Mahoney,

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Is the full resumption of visas enough to rekindle...

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2025/11/28

India has fully restored global visa services for Chinese travelers. What's behind the policy change? Can they realistically expect a quick rebound in Chinese tourist numbers? What are the biggest factors holding Chinese travelers back? And could this full restoration of visas become a genuine turning point in China–India relations? Host TU Yun joins Professor Zhang Wenjuan of Jindal Global Law School, India, Subramania Bhatt, Founder and CEO, China Trading Desk, and Gao Xirui, a Political Science

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De-Sinicizing Tesla: Strategy, survival, or...

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2025/11/21

Tesla is accelerating its shift away from components made in China. It's pushing suppliers to eliminate China-made auto parts for cars built in the United States within the next year or two. Is this strategy due to political pressure from Washington, or is it preparation for a more aggressive trade environment? Is the change even possible? How could this reshape Tesla's business in China, where the company has long enjoyed policy support and unmatched efficiency? And how may this push for

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Securitizing trade: Germany's risky rebalance with China

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2025/11/14

Berlin is setting up a committee to re-examine its security-related trade policies towards Beijing. This comes as China just overtook the United States to become Germany's No. 1 trading partner. What's driving this sudden rethink? Is it politics, pressure, or protectionism? How will Germany's biggest companies, from autos to chemicals, react as the rules of engagement shift? And where will a possible new phase of Sino-German relations lead, and what might it mean for Europe and the world?Host TU

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CIIE 2025: How China’s open market creates global...

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2025/11/07

China's massive import fair is back, and it's bigger than ever. Over 4,100 companies from 155 countries and regions have set up shops at this year's China International Import Expo, where opportunity meets open markets. What's fueling the CIIE's magnetic pull? And how is China's open-door approach reshaping global trade? Host Xu Yawen is joined by Dr. Zhou Mi, Senior Research Fellow at the Chinese Academy of International Trade and Economic Cooperation; Prof. Josef Gregory Mahoney, Professor of

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The Nexperia shock: How the Netherlands' move could...

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2025/10/31

European carmakers are facing the risk of production stoppage as a result of the Dutch government's abrupt seizure of chip company Nexperia from its Chinese owner. What's behind the Nexperia drama? Has the Netherlands overplayed its hand? Who ultimately stands to lose the most? And what does it mean for Europe's industries?Host TU Yun joins Dr. Zhou Mi, the Deputy Director of the Institute of American and Oceania Study, Chinese Academy of International Trade and Economic Cooperation, Dr. Eric

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Toward a sustainable tomorrow: APEC 2025 preview

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2025/10/24

The annual APEC Economic Leaders' Meeting is just days away. This year, all eyes are on Gyeongju, South Korea, where leaders will gather under the theme "Building a Sustainable Tomorrow: Connect, Innovate, Prosper." What's the mood heading into this year's APEC? Can innovation and AI really drive shared prosperity? And in an era of shifting alliances and rising protectionism, can APEC still connect a divided world?Host TU Yun joins Mela Lesmoras, a TV reporter from PTV News, the Philippines, Ben

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Iron resolve: What’s behind China’s pause on BHP iron...

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2025/10/10

China has reportedly paused purchases of iron ore from Australian mining giant BHP over pricing issues. Is this a temporary dispute, or a glimpse into a new era of resource diplomacy? How might this incident test the Sino-Australian relationship, which only began stabilizing recently after years of tension?Host TU Yun joins Dr. Zhou Mi, Deputy Director, Institute of American and Oceania Study, Chinese Academy of International Trade and Economic Cooperation, Warwick Powell, Adjunct Professor,

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