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Fueled by visa-free policies and improved services, China’s inbound tourism is surging. This boom presents a major opportunity for rural communities. By developing homestays and cultural experiences, villages aim to attract global visitors, create jobs, preserve heritage, and build lasting prosperity.

The U.S. economy grew more slowly than expected in the second quarter, with GDP expanding at an annualized rate of 1.5 percent. Yet beneath the headline, consumer spending remained resilient, and business investment-- particularly in AI infrastructure and software--continued to surge. At the same time, persistent inflation, geopolitical tensions like the Iran war, and a divided Federal Reserve are...

China’s top DRAM chipmaker CXMT went public on July 27. Now the world’s 4th largest DRAM supplier, the funds will boost R&D and production, challenging giants Samsung, SK Hynix, and Micron in the global memory market.

Chinese memory chipmaker ChangXin Memory Technologies, or CXMT, made a landmark debut on the Shanghai STAR Market. The listing is reportedly the biggest semiconductor IPO in China's A-share market and the largest listing in Asia so far this year. What does this debut reveal about the development of China's semiconductor industry? How is China's capital market fueling technological innovation? And...

Artificial Intelligence is at a key juncture where innovation, governance, and shared opportunities and challenges are deeply intertwined. China’s growing role in the global AI landscape has shifted from being a participant in innovation to an AI ecosystem builder. How can governments encourage innovation while ensuring AI systems are safe, trustworthy, and accountable? And in the age of AI, what...

China has long been the world's manufacturing powerhouse. But today, its export engine is shifting from low-cost goods to high-value industries, including EVs, humanoid robots, advanced manufacturing equipment, and AI-related products. As these exports expand globally despite rising trade tensions, what does this shift reveal about China's long-term economic strategy? And what could it mean for gl...

China's first-half 2026 economic data has been officially released, offering fresh insights into the nation's economic performance, recovery trajectory, and structural direction. What key messages can we draw from these latest figures? What do they reveal about growth drivers, economic resilience, and the policy outlook? And what implications do they hold for the economic landscape in the second h...

China's economy expanded by 4.7 percent in the first half of the year, generating nearly 70 trillion yuan, or about 10 trillion U.S. dollars, in economic output. Beneath the headline GDP figure, a range of key indicators point to continued resilience. Industrial production, foreign trade and employment remained stable. What do these indicators reveal about the quality and sustainability of China's...

This episode dives into China's equity drivers, bonds, and upgraded growth forecasts after H1 2026. With overseas investors increasing holdings in both stocks and bonds, what will drive equities ahead, and how attractive are Chinese bonds globally?

As economies compete in the age of artificial intelligence, the race for talent is becoming just as important as the race for technology. China has now unveiled a new education blueprint for 2026 to 2030, aiming to align learning with the needs of an innovation-driven economy. From expanding AI education and lifelong learning to introducing new university majors and strengthening links between uni...

China's capital market finished the first half of 2026 on a strong note. Major onshore stock benchmarks gained significantly, led by AI, semiconductors and advanced manufacturing, while foreign investment has risen steadily across China's equity and bond markets. This episode will analyze the driving forces behind the A-share rally and discuss global investors' views on China's bond market.

As China heads into the peak summer travel season, there are fresh signs that consumer activity is gaining momentum. Railway and air travel are reaching record levels, experience-driven tourism is booming, and more travelers are venturing beyond the country's traditional hotspots. At the same time, China is introducing an upgraded departure tax refund system, alongside easier visa policies and bet...

China has hosted the 17th Annual Meeting of the New Champions, also known as Summer Davos, in the northeastern city of Dalian. During the event, China's technological innovation, green development and business environment once again became key topics of discussion.

Global trade is undergoing profound change as economies grapple with shifting supply chains, rapid advances in artificial intelligence, and the transition to cleaner energy. We are coming to you from the Summer Davos Forum in Dalian, where policymakers, business leaders, and academics from around the world are discussing how to navigate these transformations. One key question at this year's forum...

The FIFA World Cup is more than a sporting spectacle—it fuels investment in host markets and gives brands a unique stage for global exposure. But how does a month of football translate into lasting market share and commercial returns? We examine the strategies that turn World Cup visibility into long-term business impact.

The 2026 FIFA World Cup isn't just a celebration for soccer fans. It's also a huge global business opportunity. In Yiwu, China's small-commodities hub, also called the "world's supermarket," businesses have been preparing for the tournament for more than a year. They are supplying everything from jerseys and flags to AI-powered toys and customized fan merchandise. According to the Yiwu Sporting Go...

Artificial intelligence is rapidly moving from technological breakthrough to economic reality. Some observers believe this shift is giving rise to a new token economy. But what exactly are these tokens, and why are they becoming an economic story rather than just a technical one?

China's foreign trade is showing remarkable resilience despite a challenging global environment. In the first five months of the year, total goods trade rose 15.3 percent to nearly 21 trillion yuan, with exports up almost 12 percent and imports surging more than 20 percent. Strong demand for AI-related technologies and green products has helped fuel growth, while trade with APEC economies now acco...

As AI keeps transforming global industries, competition in the field extends beyond pure technology to focus on talent, expertise and workforce cultivation. These core pillars decide which players will dominate the AI age. This raises key questions: How is today's AI ecosystem structured, and what talent will the industry require moving forward?

A new generation of young founders is reshaping China’s tech industry. While internet giants once dominated the spotlight, young entrepreneurs are now driving breakthroughs in artificial intelligence, humanoid robotics, and other frontier technologies. From DeepSeek’s Liang Wenfeng to Unitree Robotics founder Wang Xingxing and AgiBot’s Peng Zhihui, these innovators are becoming key figures in Chin...

AI is no longer a promise but a reality, already delivering results from boardrooms to industrial floors. The biggest challenge now is talent, building a workforce of AI natives who can do what was once impossible. That’s why companies are making AI training mandatory for every employee, from engineers to production line workers. The question is: who will be ready for what comes next?

China’s tech giant Huawei has unveiled a new scaling law for advanced chip development, marking the first time a Chinese firm has proposed a new guiding principle for the semiconductor industry. Huawei says the new Tau Scaling Law will guide the future evolution of both semiconductors and electronic systems. So what exactly is Tau Scaling Law? Could it reshape the future direction of chip innovati...

One year after the implementation of China's private sector promotion law, attention is shifting from policy rollout to real-world impact. How effective has the law been in strengthening confidence, improving market access and supporting long-term business development?

Chinese technology companies are driving a new IPO boom on the Hong Kong Stock Exchange. Since the beginning of this year, 53 companies have listed in Hong Kong, raising nearly 158 billion Hong Kong dollars. Among them, 48 companies are from the Chinese mainland. The latest wave of listings has been dominated by high-tech companies, especially in artificial intelligence, semiconductors and high-en...

China-U.S. trade relations are once again shaping global business conversations, as markets look for clues on trade and investment in the broader economic outlook. Our guests shared their views.