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In a world where AI can summarize, generate, and organize almost anything, what still makes human thinking special? In this episode, flomo co-founder Liu Shaonan joins Shi Yinglun to explore notes, personal context, AI agents, and why deep thinking starts with what we choose to remember.

 AI is not only about labs, models or algorithms. It can also respond to real human needs. In this episode, we spotlight a team of Chinese teenagers developing AI-powered tools to help people with speech impairments be better understood, and to support visually impaired runners through a volunteer-based companion app. Wang Jialiang, co-founder of TouchPal and founder of SuperMind AI Incubator, sha...

China's annual "two sessions" have drawn global attention once again in this March. In this special coverage of the "two sessions," parliamentarians from around the world share their insights about the event. In this episode, Ado Shaibu, chairperson of Local Authorities Accounts Committee of the Tanzanian parliament, said the advantage of Chinese-style democracy is that it...

    China’s annual “two sessions” have drawn global attention. In this special coverage of the “two sessions,” parliamentarians from around the world share their observations and expectations about the event.     In this episode, Marina Ragus, deputy speaker of Serbia’s National Assembly, said the “two sessions” are an important window for understanding today’s China. Serbia looks forward to liste...

When AI becomes your colleague, competitor, and daily assistant, what makes you still matter? In this lively conversation, we explore empathy, creativity, and critical thinking in the age of algorithms. Are you outsourcing too much—or unlocking your true potential? Tune in and rethink your future.

 China’s Central Economic Work Conference has set the tone for the year ahead—but what does it really mean for growth, innovation, and foreign companies? In this episode, a leading Chinese economist and a multinational CEO decode policy signals on consumption, AI, and opening-up. Where is China’s economy headed next? 

A Tanzanian leader celebrates the untapped wisdom of women, poised to transform industries like technology, agriculture, and healthcare. From China’s tech innovations to Africa’s traditional knowledge, how can women drive positive change in a fast-evolving world? Discover where their strengths shine—AI, farming, and medicine—and how collaboration could spark a global revolution. Tune in to explore...

Cambodia’s Minister of Women’s Affairs, Ing Kantha Phavi, reveals the stark realities facing women in the Global South—poverty, conflict, and entrenched inequality. What drives these barriers, and how can they be overcome? From Cambodia’s bold strides to China’s trailblazing innovations, explore how South-South cooperation could ignite a revolution for women’s empowerment. Tune in to uncover the c...

In this episode, FAO's （Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations ）Vincent Martin unveils cutting-edge tech—from AI-boosted biotech to open-source digital tools—tackling hunger for hundreds of millions of people. Discover China's innovative models like community-supported agriculture and "tech backyards," ensuring affordable, inclusive solutions for small farmer...

Host: You Zhixin, Xinhua Correspondent Guest: Denis Depoux, Global Managing Director of Roland Berger

In this episode of China Trends, Victor Gao, vice president of the Center for China and Globalization, analyzes America's declining soft power and its campaign to vilify China through false narratives. He exposes Washington's "Tonya Harding syndrome", an attempt to contain China's rise through tech wars like semiconductor bans, may backfire by accelerating China's sel...

From eradicating extreme poverty to prioritizing people-centered development, China’s approach offers a blueprint for the Global South. In this episode, with Uganda Scholar Allawi Ssemanda, we dive into how Chinese modernization is dismantling Francis Fukuyama’s controversial "end of history" theory. 

One of the hottest issues in China and for all of Asia, as well as the world is the topic of education. In this episode of China Trends, we welcome Roger Bishop, the headmaster of AISB-Hope International School, shares with us the similarities and differences between the Chinese and Western education systems, and how to combine the best of both.

Over recent years, the relationship between China and Serbia has reached historic new heights, featuring frequent exchanges between the two countries, both at top level and through fruitful economic cooperation, as well as at people-to-people level. Marina Ragus, deputy speaker of the National Assembly of Serbia and chair of the Foreign Affairs Committee, said the bilateral relationship between Se...

The year 2024 marks the 50th anniversary of China-Brazil diplomatic ties. In November, Chinese President Xi Jinping paid a state visit to Brazil.   During the visit, Xi said that China is ready to join hands with Brazil in a spirit of perseverance and dedication to build a China-Brazil community with a shared future and usher in the next "Golden 50 Years" of China-Brazil relations.  Fili...

This year, 2024, marks the 75th anniversary of the founding of the People’s Republic of China and also the 45th anniversary of the establishment of the China-U.S. diplomatic ties. In the past few decades, China-U.S. relations have undergone ups and downs, but people-to-people exchanges have always been of crucial importance for the two nations.  Today, we are going to talk with Dr. Terry Lautz, th...

The 2024 Summit of the Forum on China-Africa Cooperation was held in Beijing. What were the key takeaways from the summit? How might the China-Africa partnership influence the international political and economic landscape? Is China setting a debt trap in Africa? Our guest shares her insights with China Trends.

The 20th Central Committee of the Communist Party of China adopted a resolution on further deepening reform comprehensively to advance Chinese modernization at its third plenary session. What do these reform measures mean for foreign businesses in China? Our guest shares his insights with China Trends. Guest: Eric Zheng President of the American Chamber of Commerce in Shanghai

At the end of July, China welcomed visiting Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni , marking the first visit by a European leader since the third plenary session of the 20th Central Committee of the Communist Party of China concluded.  The visit comes at a time when China rolls out reform measures to achieve high-quality development and further opening-up after the plenary session. A large business...

Why is China so successful in achieving its new energy transition? Warwick Powell, an Australian expert on green energy, believes China’s commitment to research and development is the key.  Powell also suggested that China and Australia should enhance collaboration in new energy as the strengths of both countries are highly complementary.  Guest:  Warwick Powell Chairman, Smart Trade Networks Adju...

In recent years, Chinese micro-drama, a new type of video entertainment format, has gained popularity home and abroad. How’s the development of micro-drama in China? What are the tailwinds and headwinds as it expands globally? Let’s find out the answers with two insiders in this episode of China Trends. Guests: Ricky Ow Board of Directors, Viddsee Cassandra Yang General Manager, RisingJoy 

The rapid development of artificial intelligence (AI) is transforming industries and reshaping the global landscape. Innovations driven by AI technologies are enhancing efficiency, and creating new opportunities across sectors.  How will the rise of AI transform industries? What are the development and potential risks of AI? And what is the development prospect of China in the global arena of AI?...

Washington has launched a fresh round of tariff war against Chinese products, including electric vehicles, lithium batteries, semiconductors, steel, and several other categories. How should we interpret these tariffs' impacts? Will high tariffs get the manufacturing industry back to America? Let’s find out more with Zheng Yun, a senior partner of Roland Berger. Guest: Zheng Yun Senior Partner...

In recent years, the United States and some other Western countries ramped up their efforts on China in the fields of science and technology in a fear of China’s rise.  Will their efforts succeed? And how can Chinese high-tech firms make through the containment posed by the U.S. on them? Are there any negative impacts that the U.S. firms and customers may receive from the U.S.-proposed de-risking...

Accusations of "overcapacity" have been leveled against China for exporting new energy products at lower prices. How do we differentiate between legitimate market competition and dumping in the context of global trade? What might be the possible impacts of the EU's probe into the Chinese EV market? Given the Chinese government's investments in the R&D sector, have these inv...