The Point with Liu Xin
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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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AI, robots, biotech: Inside China's growth pivot
China's growth playbook just changed. "Made in China" once meant cheap clothing and appliances, then EVs, batteries and solar panels. Now, Beijing is...
Why is Washington using forced labor claims to hit global trade?
The US has imposed new tariffs on dozens of economies, accusing them of failing to tackle forced labor. But the same administration has acknowledged t...
How does China keep 1.4 billion people cool during extreme heat?
As record-breaking heat sweeps across the Northern Hemisphere, keeping cities cool has become a global challenge. On July 10, China's peak electricity...
OpenAI changed AI. Is China changing who gets access?
Silicon Valley gave us OpenAI. But is China taking AI in a different direction? As the 2026 World Artificial Intelligence Conference (WAIC) and High-L...
South China Sea: The other side
They're still stuck in 2016. The South China Sea isn't. On July 12, the US, the Philippines, Japan and 11 other countries issued a joint statement ten...
What's really happening in the South China Sea?
Beyond the headlines lies another story. Join CGTN's Liu Xin as she travels through Malaysia and Indonesia, uncovering how cooperation is changing liv...
Still going strong
For many in the West, the word "communism" carries decades of Cold War associations. But does that label explain today's China? In this special editio...
Switching gears
The latest World Bank income classification is out, and China has reached another important milestone. China's Gross National Income per capita has ri...
The choice millions of young Chinese are making
With more than 101 million members, the Communist Party of China is one of the world's largest political organizations. More than 40% of its members a...
The governance philosophy behind the CPC's new campaign
What makes a good public official? In China, it's increasingly not about flashy projects or impressive GDP figures, but whether people's lives genuine...
Why are more people around the world backing China?
Confidence in the United States is declining across much of the world, while international perceptions of China continue to improve, according to mult...
US-Iran talks
After negotiations in Switzerland, mediators Qatar and Pakistan announced that the United States and Iran have agreed on a roadmap aimed at reaching a...
Why one British publisher dedicated his life to translating Chinese literature
When most English-speaking readers knew little about contemporary Chinese literature, one British publisher set out to change that. In this episode, w...
Inside Beijing's latest white paper on global governance
China has released a new white paper titled "More Just and Equitable Global Governance: China's Principles, Proposals and Actions," offering its lates...
US-Iran Agreement
The United States and Iran have announced an agreement set to take effect on June 19, including the reopening of the Strait of Hormuz and the removal...
Why do classics still matter today?
In an era of rapid technological change, geopolitical uncertainty, and cultural transformation, why are scholars from around the world gathering to re...
Why Gen-Z Americans view China differently
A recent poll reveals a striking divide in how Americans view China. While many older Republican-leaning voters see China as an enemy, most Democratic...
Exploring China-Russia cultural ties
What happens if Vladimir Solovyov meets Sun Tzu? China and Russia both have long, rich histories in the arts and culture, but how much do the two peop...
China & Pakistan at 75: Can the two nations lead green development in the Global South?
As China and Pakistan mark 75 years of diplomatic relations, climate cooperation is becoming a new focus of the partnership. How can the two countries...
Why has Beijing become a major hub of global diplomacy?
Russian President Vladimir Putin is on a state visit to China from May 19 to 20, his 25th trip to the country. Why is Beijing becoming the world's dip...
Constructive strategic stability: What does it mean for China-US relations?
US President Donald Trump's China visit has concluded, a trip that drew global attention and dominated headlines in both China and the United States....
What's really at stake in Trump's Beijing trip?
US President Donald Trump's visit to Beijing comes at a moment of deep global uncertainty and shifting power dynamics. Leading executives from major U...
Can China shape the future of auto design? A top designer's honest answer
What makes a world-renowned designer behind icons like the Bugatti Veyron leave Europe's automotive elite and move to China? In this exclusive episode...
Could a new French bill help return Chinese artifacts?
France has passed a landmark bill to facilitate the return of artifacts looted during the colonial era. Could this reshape the global debate on cultur...
Re-militarization debates and Japan's changing security posture
Japan's recent diplomatic tour across Vietnam and Australia has sparked debate over symbolism, strategy, and selective historical memory. High-profile...
From manufacturing to powering services: China's economic shift
China is often called the "world's factory." But that's changing fast, and you can see it in the way everyday services are being rebuilt from the grou...
Japan's nuclear ambition isn't hypothetical anymore
A working paper from China's Ministry of Foreign Affairs warns that Japan's recent remarks and policy signals could challenge the nuclear non-prolifer...
How Chinese carmakers are reshaping the industry
Engines at the ready! The Beijing Auto Show is in full swing, showcasing over 180 global debuts, from cutting-edge EVs to flying cars. With global gia...
Is political violence becoming America's 'new normal'?
Chaos erupted at the White House Correspondents' Dinner after an armed suspect breached security in an apparent attempt to reach US President Donald T...
Japan's return to militarism?
This year marks the 80th anniversary of the beginning of the Tokyo Trials, a historic moment that exposed the crimes of Japanese militarism and delive...
How might the Iran situation develop?
US President Donald Trump has extended the two-week US-Iran ceasefire which is set to expire on April 22, saying it will last until Tehran submits a p...
China grows 5%, why it stands out
The global economy is facing uncertainty as tensions in the Middle East escalate. The International Monetary Fund has cut its global growth forecast t...
Inside Sanchez's China visit: What's the signal?
During his latest 5-day official visit, Pedro Sanchez returned to China for the fourth time in just four years, signaling deepening ties between Spain...
A drone, a bubble tea, and a bigger message
A rare high-level meeting has taken place. Xi Jinping, general secretary of the Communist Party of China Central Committee, met with Cheng Li-wun, cha...
Ceasefire at the 11th hour
A dramatic last-minute breakthrough: Iran and the United States have agreed to a two-week ceasefire mediated by Pakistan, less than two hours before a...
Cross-Strait ties
Amid rising geopolitical tensions, a rare moment of engagement is emerging across the Taiwan Strait. At a time when global flashpoints are multiplying...
The Trump administration claims victory, but is that the full story?
As the US-Israeli war against Iran enters its second month, US President Donald Trump claims victory, insisting that Iran is "begging to make a deal."...
Against the headwinds: How Asia keeps winning
Despite global headwinds, Asia's economy remains resilient and forward-looking. According to the Boao Forum for Asia, the region is projected to grow...
Is China-US re-engagement getting back on track in 2026?
"Isolation is a death sentence for universities." That's how Harvard professor William Kirby describes the risks of cutting off academic ties between...
US-Israel Conflict with Iran: Who decides legality?
As the US-Israel war against Iran intensifies with no clear end in sight, a critical question remains: Is this war legal? On March 10, the United Stat...