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From April 7 to 12, 2026, at the invitation of General Secretary Xi Jinping and the CPC Central Committee, a delegation led by Cheng Li-wun, Chairperson of the Kuomintang (KMT), visited the Chinese mainland—a move that has drawn significant global attention. In this episode of Sinopinion, Da Wei, Director of the Center for International Security and Strategy (CISS) at Tsinghua University, and Shao Yuqun, Director of the Institute for Taiwan, Hong Kong and Macau Studies at SIIS, are joined by Wang Zichen, Director of International Communications at CCG and founder of the renowned newsletter Pekingnology. Together, they analyze the significance of this "Journey of Peace" in fostering communication and promoting the peaceful development of cross-strait relations. The discussion delves into the "1992 Consensus," the "maintenance of the status quo," and addresses common misinterpretations of these concepts. They also explore how China-U.S. relations and the regional security landscape impact stability across the Taiwan Strait.

As companies begin to train “digital replicas” on employees’ chat histories, writing styles, and decision-making patterns, a fundamental question emerges. Is AI simply improving workplace efficiency, or is human labor being further datafied and turned into an organizational asset? In this episode, Dr. Dong Ting, Associate Research Fellow at the Center for International Security and Strategy, Tsinghua University, and Dr. Xu Jia, Research Fellow at the Shanghai AI Laboratory, speak with Ms. Zhu Lingfeng, Head of Data and Privacy Legal Affairs at Meituan, author of AI Compliance and Data Compliance, and creator of the WeChat account “那一片数据星辰.” Drawing on her frontline experience in AI and data compliance, Ms. Zhu discusses the rise of “digital employees” in the age of large language models, their legal status, the governance challenges they pose, and the shifting boundaries between human labor and machine agency. The conversation examines who should be responsible for AI actions, how existing legal frameworks respond to these changes, and what the future of human–AI labor relations may look like.

From Bletchley to New Delhi, the roster of participants at global AI summits continues to grow, and the discourse around AI governance has become increasingly plural and fragmented. Yet has rule-making power truly shifted toward a broader range of actors? Are the Global South and middle powers active shapers of emerging rules, or merely limited participants within a predetermined agenda? In this episode, Xiao Qian, Deputy Director of the Center for International Security and Strategy (CISS), and Vice Dean of the Institute for AI International Governance (I-AIIG), Tsinghua University, hosts a conversation with Wang Jingyu, assistant research fellow at I-AIIG, to examine the real role and practical limitations of the Global South and middle powers in shaping the global AI governance landscape.

The U.S.-Iran war has now dragged on for over a month, sending shockwaves across the globe. In this episode, Prof. Da Wei, Director of the Center for International Security and Strategy (CISS), and Prof. Shao Yuqun, Director of the Institute for Hong Kong and Macao Studies at the Shanghai Institutes for International Studies (SIIS), sits down with Prof. John Gong from the University of International Business and Economics. Prof. Gong draws on his experience living and working in both the United States and Israel to provide in-depth analysis of the current situation. The discussion focuses on the military and energy stalemate one month after the U.S.-Israeli "Epic Fury" operation against Iran, examining the trajectory of the conflict, its impact on the global economy, the prospects for U.S. policy, and China’s strategic options.

In February 2026, the AI Impact Summit, held in New Delhi, India, took place in a country of the Global South for the first time. Faced with technological monopolies and the digital divide, how do countries of the Global South perceive artificial intelligence technology? How can the pursuit of sovereignty AI avoid slipping into technological protectionism? And what role has China played in global cooperation on AI governance? In this episode, Xiao Qian, Deputy Director of the Center for International Security and Strategy (CISS), and Vice Dean of the Institute for AI International Governance (I-AIIG), Tsinghua University, hosts a conversation with Jiang Tianjiao, Associate professor at Jiang Tianjiao, Associate Professor at the Fudan Development Institute and Research Fellow at the Fudan University Center for Global AI Innovation Governance. Dr. Jiang provides an in-depth analysis of the AI Impact Summit in India and the new landscape of global AI cooperation and governance it has introduced.

Recently, the major military strike launched by the United States and Israel against Iran, along with its ensuing repercussions, has sent shockwaves around the world. In this episode of the Sinopinion podcast, our host Prof. Da Wei, director of CISS and co-host Prof. Shao Yuqun, director of the Institute for Taiwan, Hong Kong & Macao Studies at Shanghai Institutes for International Studies, sit down with two distinguished guests, Prof. Wu Bingbing, director of Center for Middle Eastern Studies at Peking University, and Prof. Zhang Chuchu, deputy director at Fudan University's Center for Middle Eastern Studies, for an in-depth conversation. The four scholars delve into and exchange views on critical issues, including the strategic objectives of the U.S. military action, the reconstruction of the regional order in the Middle East, China's position and role, and the potential shifts in U.S.-China relations.

Over the past decade, Confucius Institutes have consistently remained a focal point in international discussions concerning China’s global influence. While these institutes are dedicated to promoting Chinese language teaching and enhancing China's soft power, they have also been perceived by many Western countries as instruments for exporting the "China Model," finding themselves in a challenging environment. In this episode, Prof. Da Wei, Director of the Center for International Security and Strategy at Tsinghua University, sits down with Prof. Michael Jinghan Zeng from the Department of Public and International Affairs at City University of Hong Kong, who is also the former director of the Confucius Institute at Lancaster University, to discuss his new book, Memoirs of a Confucius Institute Director, Volume 1: Challenges, Controversies, and Realities. Professor Zeng shares his firsthand experiences and observations of Confucius Institutes, offering an in-depth discussion on their operational mechanisms, internal and external pressures, requirements for localization, and pathways for survival and development.

Against a backdrop of mounting uncertainty in global politics and economics, the World Economic Forum in Davos once again provided a revealing lens into an international order in flux. This episode of Sinopinion is co-hosted by Da Wei, Director of the Center for International Security and Strategy (CISS) at Tsinghua University, and Shao Yuqun, Director of the Institute of Taiwan, Hong Kong and Macao Studies at the Shanghai Institutes for International Studies. They are joined by Zhao Hai, Director of the Department of International Political Studies at the National Institute for Global Strategy, Chinese Academy of Social Sciences. Drawing on first-hand observations from Davos, the three scholars explore whether the world has already entered a new international order, or whether it remains in a transitional phase, and what these evolving dynamics mean from China’s perspective.

One year into Donald Trump’s return to the White House, U.S. policy has taken a dramatic(?) turn. From abrupt moves in Venezuela and strains with traditional allies to an unexpected steadiness in U.S.-China relations, the Trump administration’s approach continues to reshape global dynamics. How do Chinese experts assess this eventful year? What opportunities and challenges does America’s shifting posture create for China and the world at large? In this episode of Sinopinion produced by CISS, Tsinghua University, our host Prof. Da Wei, Director of CISS and co-host Prof. Shao Yuqun, director of the Institute for Taiwan, Hong Kong & Macao Studies at Shanghai Institutes for International Studies, sit down with Senior Colonel (Ret.) Zhou Bo, and offer a multi-dimensional Chinese perspective on Trump’s foreign policy. Together, they explore topics such as whether the U.S. is truly in retrenchment, how China is navigating a more polarized world, and what the coming year may hold for great-power relations.

In recent years, China has become increasingly prominent in global affairs, yet its narratives and perspectives remains somewhat peripheral in international discourse. In this episode, the China Forum of the Center for International Security and Strategy (CISS) Tsinghua University invites Mr. Wang Zichen, Director of International Communications at the Center for China and Globalization (CCG) and editor of the widely-read newsletter “Pekingnology,” to share his on-the-ground experience and insights on cross-cultural communication. He will explore: Why does China’s narrative remain marginalized abroad? How has his storytelling evolved from his time in official media to his current role in think tanks? How can China’s voice not only be heard but also substantially debated in a Western-led discursive environment? And what guidance does he offer the younger generation navigating today’s complex global discourse?

From November 16 to 19, 2025, the US-China People-to-People Dialogue, co-organized by the Center for International Security and Strategy (CISS) at Tsinghua University and the National Committee on US-China Relations, was successfully held in Los Angeles. During the event, Prof.DA Wei, Director of CISS, interviewed four distinguished guests: Steve Orlins, President of the National Committee on US-China Relations; TIAN Wei, host at CGTN; Robert Daly, former Director of the Kissinger Institute at the Wilson Center; and YANG Bin, Vice Chancellor of the Tsinghua University Council. The guests shared their insights and experiences in education, media, cultural exchange, and bilateral cooperation, providing in-depth analysis of the challenges and opportunities in US-China people-to-people exchanges, and offering fresh ideas to strengthen collaboration and mutual understanding between the two countries.

Against the backdrop of heightened geopolitical complexities, global attention turns to the Asia-Pacific as leaders gather for the APEC summit. In today’s episode, we are glad to have with us Dr. SHAO Yuqun, director of the Institute for Taiwan, Hong Kong & Macao Studies and Senior Research Fellow at the Center for America Studies, Shanghai Institutes for International Studies, and Dr. ZHAO Hai, director of International Political Studies at the National Institute for Global Strategy, Chinese Academy of Social Sciences. They will join Prof. DA Wei, director of CISS, for a dialogue delving into the potential for leader-level summits, analyzing South Korea's role as the host nation, and assessing APEC's relevance in today's international landscape.

During China's National Day Golden Week, Professor Susan Shirk traveled to Guangxi with her family at the invitation of Professor Da Wei, Director of the Center for International Security and Strategy (CISS), Tsinghua University. During the trip, she engaged in conversations with local residents and grassroots officials.As a long-time scholar of China, Professor Shirk gained fresh insights and reflections on China's economic development, poverty alleviation policies, urban–rural disparities, and broader social transformation.In this episode, she joins Professor Da Wei for an in-depth conversation on the significance of field research, the evolution of research methods, and the real-world challenges facing China–U.S. academic exchange.

Amid the complexities of China-U.S. relations, youth exchanges remain an indispensable bridge. In this episode, Professor Da Wei, Director of the Center for International Security and Strategy at Tsinghua University, moderates a conversation with Ying Huang, PhD candidate in International Relations at Tsinghua University and former Secretary-General of CISS Youth, and Blake Kravitz, a Yenching Scholar at Peking University and the sixth-cohort member of CISS Youth. Drawing on their personal experiences, the two guests reflect on their participation in China-U.S. youth dialogue, share insights on overcoming misunderstandings and building trust in cross-cultural communication, and explore the unique role young people can play in shaping the future of the bilateral relations.

The 2025 SCO Summit recently concluded in Tianjin amid a rapidly changing global landscape and the rapid rise of AI technology. How the SCO positions itself, enhances cohesion, and responds to technological disruption has drawn wide attention. In this episode, CISS China Forum is joined by four distinguished experts — professor Zhao Huasheng, China Forum expert, and professor from Institute of International Studies at Fudan University, Dr. Zhao Long, Deputy Director of the Institute for International Strategic and Security Studies and Professor at Shanghai Institutes for International Studies, Dr. Zhou Mi, China Forum expert, and Deputy Director of the Institute of American and Oceania Study at the Chinese Academy of International Trade and Economic Cooperation, Ministry of Commerce, and Ms. Xiao Qian, Deputy Director of CISS and Vice Dean of the Institute for AI International Governance at Tsinghua University—to analyze the summit’s outcomes and the challenges ahead from geopolitical, economic, security, and AI governance perspectives.

This year marks the 50th anniversary of the establishment of diplomatic relations between the European Union and China. As a multipolar world is emerging, China and Europe navigate a dynamic of both friction and cooperation, exploring new paradigms of competition and collaboration, and reshaping the global multipolar order through the clash of concepts. In this episode, CISS China Forum invited Dr. Jin Ling, Director and Senior Research Fellow of the Department for Global Governance and International Organizations at the China Institute of International Studies, to share her insights on the mindsets and administrative models shaping China-EU relations. She will discuss in depth the conceptual divergence between EU’s “values-based diplomacy” and China’s emphasis on “civilizational diversity”, along with their implications for the international order.

As U.S.-China relations grow increasingly complex, people-to-people exchange remains an irreplaceable bridge between the two nations. However, lingering uncertainties—especially those stemming from student visa policy shifts during the Trump administration—have cast a shadow over bilateral youth exchange. In this episode, the China Forum of the Center for International Security and Strategy, Tsinghua University, is honored to feature Neysun Mahboubi, Director of the Penn Project on the Future of U.S.-China Relations at the University of Pennsylvania. He will share his reflections on the current state of U.S.-China people-to-people exchange and youth dialogue, drawing on his recent visit, leading a group of American students to China. Through these firsthand interactions, Mahboubi explores how young people engage in meaningful cross-cultural conversations and expresses his hopes for the future of bilateral people-to-people exchange.

This year marks the 50th anniversary of diplomatic relations between China and the European Union, a significant milestone for bilateral ties. Against the backdrop of an evolving international landscape, a sound and stable China-EU relationship is mutually beneficial and of wider global importance. In this episode, we have invited Professor Cui Hongjian， director of the Center for the EU and Regional Development Studies at Beijing Foreign Studies University to share insights from five decades of China-EU relations and discusses future cooperation. Professor Cui emphasizes that successful collaboration requires not only identifying common ground but also developing joint problem-solving approaches.

As the United States under President Trump enters a new phase of strategic competition with China, a fresh wave of tariffs in 2025 has reignited tensions across the Pacific. Is this conflict a passing phase of protectionism, or the beginning of a long-term global realignment? In this episode of the CISS Podcast, we are honored to speak with Professor John Gong, a leading expert on international economics, to unpack the structural forces behind this trade war. From industrial decoupling and subsidy races to innovation strategy and geopolitical bargaining, this conversation sheds light on what’s really at stake in the China-US rivalry.

Amid ongoing global turbulence, China’s military development has drawn increasing attention. What are the key priorities of China’s military modernization? How might this process contribute to global security? In this episode, Zhou Bo, Senior Fellow at the Center for International Security and Strategy (CISS) at Tsinghua University, offers deep insights into international perceptions of China’s military rise, and the principles and goals behind its military modernization. Mr. Zhou stresses that China’s military modernization is a peaceful rise, with a strong focus on safeguarding overseas interests and enhancing maritime capabilities—all while upholding the principle of peaceful development. Looking ahead, China’s military evolution aims to foster a more stable and peaceful international landscape.

Against the backdrop of technological innovation profoundly reshaping international security dynamics and great power strategic competition, how do emerging technologies become key variables influencing China-U.S. strategic stability? The China Forum of Tsinghua University’s Center for International Security and Strategy (CISS) invited CISS Director Da Wei and University of Pennsylvania Assistant Professor Fiona Cunningham for an in-depth dialogue on the impact of emerging technologies on traditional nuclear deterrence theory, nuclear strategy, and the future landscape of China-U.S. competition and cooperation.

Under Trump’s second administration, the United States has undergone significant adjustments in both domestic and foreign policy, dramatically increasing the uncertainty of China-U.S. relations. In this episode, CISS China Forum invites Susan A. Thornton, a retired senior U.S. diplomat with rich experience with the U.S. State Department in Eurasia and East Asia, and currently a Senior Fellow at Yale Law School’s Paul Tsai China Center, for an in-depth discussion with Professor Da Wei, Director of CISS. on critical dimensions of China-U.S. relations such as the dynamics of fentanyl issues, potential implications of the Trump 2.0 era, and the role of professional diplomacy in current geopolitical landscape. Ms. Thornton also shares her personal experience teaching at Yale, exploring the role of education, cultural exchange and the younger generation in shaping future China-U.S. relations.

How does the diffusion of general-purpose technologies (GPTs)—rather than mere innovation—redefine the dynamics of global power competition? In this episode, CISS China Forum invites Professor Jeffrey Dean from George Washington University to a in-depth discussion with CISS fellow, Dr. Dong Ting, on how diffusion shapes economic competition, inspired by his latest book. Prof. Dean offers insights into U.S. and Chinese technological strategies, the military-civilian nexus of GPT diffusion and recent policy shifts from “innovation-centric” to “diffusion-driven” paradigms. The dialogue also explores future research frontiers, including gender inclusivity in STEM education and open-source ecosystems, offering a fresh lens to decode technology’s role in global power transitions.

During the 61st Munich Security Conference on February 14-16, discussions were held on European security, the Ukraine crisis, and other global security topics. On February 15, Ambassador Fu Ying, former Vice Minister of Foreign Affairs of China, was invited to a panel discussion on the topic of “Making Waves: Maritime Tensions in the Indo-Pacific?”, where she emphasized, “China is committed to maintaining stability in the South China Sea and promoting regional economic cooperation”. This episode showcases a selection of Ambassador Fu Ying’s speech at the 61st Munich Security Conference, sharing her views on the China’s position on the South China Sea.

In recent years, the BRICS mechanism has played a pivotal role as a key platform for cooperation among emerging economies, contributing to global governance reform and the advancement of South-South cooperation. The China Forum of the Center for International Security and Strategy (CISS) at Tsinghua University has invited Dr. Sun Chenghao, a fellow at CISS, to engage in a dialogue with Professor Wang Lei, Director of the BRICS Cooperation Research Center at Beijing Normal University. Prof. Wang will review the history of BRICS cooperation, provide an in-depth analysis of its significance in the evolving global landscape, and explore how deepening “Greater BRICS Cooperation” can drive the global governance reform. He will also highlight the unique strengths of the BRICS mechanism, discuss China’s contributions, and share insights on the future prospects of BRICS cooperation.

Donald Trump has officially been sworn in as the 47th president of the US in Washington DC, marking the start of his second term in the White House. Characterized by America First and anti-globalization, Donald Trump’s first term saw him launch a trade war with China and demand higher military spending from European allies. With Trump’s return to the White House for his second term, are both China and Europe likely to see big challenges in his second term? What does Trump 2.0 mean for the China-Europe-US triangle? The China Forum of the Center for International Security and Strategy (CISS) of Tsinghua University has invited Dr. Shi Yan, a Fellow at CISS, to be a guest on this podcast to share her views on China-Europe relations and how to address challenges in the future.

Donald Trump was sworn in as the 47th president of the United States earlier today, ushering in his second term in office. What shall we expect in terms of challenges, opportunities, and potential risks in China-U.S. relations under Trump 2.0.？How can both sides proactively address the upcoming challenges？ In this episode produced by China Forum, Center for International Security and Strategy of Tsinghua University, five experts will have a panel discussion on the implications of Trump’s second term for U.S.-China relations. They are Professor Da Wei ,Director of CISS; Ms.Xiao Qian, Deputy Director of CISS; Mr.Zhou Bo，Senior Fellow of CISS; Professor Gong Jiong from University of International Business and Economics and Professor Xie Tao, Dean of the School of International Relations and Diplomacy at Beijing Foreign Studies University.

A new geopolitical landscape is evolving in an unstable and fragmented international context. In early November, Ambassador Fu Ying, former Vice Minister of Foreign Affairs of China, was invited to a panel discussion at the 7th Paris Peace Forum on the topic of “History in the making: How will the US election impact the world?” , where she emphasized, “No one country or group of countries can resolve all the global challenges”. This episode showcases a selection of Ambassador Fu Ying’s speech at the 7th Paris Peace Forum, sharing her views on the global order, multilateralism and China-U.S. relations.

Discourse power is a critical topic in political science and the study of international order. In this episode of the CISS podcast, Rachel Ann Hulvey, an assistant professor at the Hamilton Lugar School of Global and International Studies at Indiana University, Bloomington, and a postdoctoral fellow at the Harvard Belfer International Security and Columbia-Harvard China and the World program, explores the definition of discourse power and its role in shaping the international order. She will also share her perspectives on how China and the United States can leverage discourse power to shape national narratives and improve bilateral relations.

The current international situation is constantly evolving, making mutual communication and understanding between countries increasingly important. In today’s episode, we are joined by Professor Zhang Feng, a visiting scholar at the Paul Tsai China Center at Yale Law School, in conversation with Sun Chenghao, a fellow at the Center for International Security and Strategy at Tsinghua University. Sharing his views on China-U.S. relations, particularly the diversity of U.S. strategic competition towards China, Professor Zhang presents the perspective of viewing competition from a Confucian angle, arguing that competition should be seen as a process of mutual enhancement rather than a zero-sum game.

Sport diplomacy has been a central pillar in bridging cultural gaps and easing geopolitical tensions. In today’s episode, Prof. DA Wei, Director of the Center for International Security and Strategy (CISS), sits down for an exclusive interview with former NBA star and President of Chinese Basketball Association YAO Ming. Mr.Yao will share his experience and insights on how sports foster cross-culture people-to-people dialogue, and discuss how globalization will continue to support sports' role as a bridge between individuals, nations, and cultures.

Cross-cultural communication is an important cornerstone for promoting understanding and cooperation among nations. In this issue, China Forum, the Center for International Security and Strategy, TsingHua Univeristy, invites Mr. Kaiser Kuo, host of the renowned English podcast Sinica and rock musician, to share his thoughts on cross-cultural communication and its impact on U.S.-China relations. Standing at the intersection between two cultures, Mr. Kuo will share his views and insights on the impact of the U.S.-China cultural background on his personal and professional path, the importance of cognitive empathy and priority pluralism, misunderstandings between the U.S. and China and how to address them, and how U.S.-China relations can be improved.

Hello and welcome to the CISS podcast “The Point” series. The focus of today’s program is China-US relationship and what its implications for wider, international geopolitics. Even though expectations is not high, the desire to stabilize China-U.S. relations is genuine and strong on both sides, We have with us Mr. Rick Waters, Managing Director of Eurasia Group’s China Practice, Former China Coordinator of the State Department, who is currently in China for a Track II Dialogue at Tsinghua University. Here is Mr. Rick Waters sharing with us his personal experience and perspective.

In today's increasingly complex global landscape, understanding public opinion is crucial for shaping effective policies and fostering international cooperation. The "Chinese People's Perspectives on International Security -- Survey Report 2024" offers a unique window into how ordinary Chinese citizens view global security issues and China's role on the world stage. Today's program will delve into the key findings of this groundbreaking survey, exploring Chinese views on global security, China-US relations, and the future of China's engagement with the world. We'll examine what these insights mean for policymakers, researchers, and anyone interested in China's evolving role in international affairs. Our guest speaker today is Dr. Dong Ting, a center fellow involved in the study at the Center for International Security and Strategy at Tsinghua University. Please stay tuned for this enlightening discussion.

Today’s episode will explore one of the most critical issues at the intersection of technology and geopolitics: the role of artificial intelligence in China-U.S. relations. In recent years, AI has not only become a central issue in technological development but also a key factor in geopolitical strategy. In today’s conversation, we’ll dive into the ways AI is influencing economic ties, security concerns, and technological collaboration between the two countries. We’ll also discuss the obstacles to effective cooperation, and explore whether there are areas where the U.S. and China can find common ground. Our guest speaker today is Mr. Karman Lucero, Associate Research Scholar and Fellow from the Paul Tsai China Center, and an expert in China-US relations. Please stay tuned.

In this episode, we have with us Prof. Neysun Mahboubi, Director of the Penn Project on the Future of US-China Relations at the University of Pennsylvania, who was in China this summer leading a group of research fellows for scholarly exchange at Tsinghua University. What is the current status of people-to-people exchanges between China and the US? What are some of the supportive forces and obstacles? What suggestions or advice does Prof. Mahboubi have for American scholars and students who plan to travel to China and vice versa? Here is Prof. Mahboubi sharing with us his personal experience and perspective.

In today’s program, our topic is “global governance of AI”. The UN General Assembly recently adopted China-proposed resolution to enhance international cooperation on AI capacity-building. China being a global technology and AI leader, its stance on global AI governance has drawn wide attention from across the world. How to find a balance between AI development and safety concerns? How to stimulate private enterprises to innovate, and at the same time, to effectively regulate them? What does capacity building of AI require, especially for developing countries? With these questions and much more, we have with us today deputy director Xiao Qian from CISS, Tsinghua University, who also serves as the Vice Dean of the Institute of AI International Governance, to give us her thoughts and insights on this topic. Please stay tuned.

The South China Sea Arbitration Award issued eight years ago in 2016 probably contributed the most to increasing tension in the South China Sea in recent years. Today’s program will explore the legal issues of the South China Sea dispute between China and the Philippines, and analyze the illegality and invalidity of the Awards, so as to see why China neither accepts nor participates in the arbitration nor does it accept or recognise the so-called Awards. Today's guest speaker is Dr. Yan Yan, Director of the Research Center for Oceans Law and Policy, National Institute for South China Sea Studies (NISCSS). Please stay tuned.

At a time when the China-U.S. relations are facing many uncertainties and the international situation is becoming increasingly complex, the role of Track 2 diplomacy has come into more people’s attention. How could Track 2 diplomacy play its role in bringing the two sides back to rational and constructive policy making? What are the major obstacles for China-U.S. Track 2 diplomacy? Dr. Sun Chenghao,our guest speaker today, would share his insights from his involvement in China-U.S. Track 2 diplomacy. Dr. Sun is fellow researcher with CISS,Tsinghua University. Please stay tuned.

In today’s programme, we will focus on the topic of China’s booming new energy cars and the claims of China’s “overcapacity” problem. With the surging release of advanced new energy vehicles (NEVs) in China this year, an acrimonious discourse on overcapacity has intensified in the Western world. Consequently, the EU has initiated anti-subsidy measures while the US has steadily increased tariffs on NEVs and imposed restrictive controls on imports. How do we define overcapacity in the context of NEVs? What is the current supply-demand dynamic in the market? How can the purchasing habits of consumers be nurtured? How can effective collaboration between NEV enterprises and governments be promoted? What roles do developing and developed countries play in the market? On our programme today, China Forum has invited Dr Zhou Mi, Deputy Director of Institute of American and Oceania Study of Chinese Academy of International Trade and Economic Cooperation of the Ministry of Commerce, to share his view on China’s rapid NEV development.

In today’s program, we will continue with the discussion on “anti-terrorism”. As the world becomes unstable with outbreaks of regional conflicts, terrorism has shown signs of rising, or the question might be, has it ever left? Regional conflicts increase the flow of weapons, while an increasingly segmented global financial system makes it harder to track terrorist activities. What efforts are needed to combat terrorism at the national or international level? How should individuals view terrorism rationally? On our program today we have Dr. Victor J. Willi, Executive Director at the Middle East Institute Switzerland, a think tank working exclusively on the Middle East and North Africa. Dr. Willi shared with us his views on terrorism in a more fragmented world, and how China and mid-powers like countries in the Middle East are playing a bigger role in mediation and conflict resolution, to settle the root causes of terrorism.

According to the Global Terrorism Index of 2024, deaths from terrorism has increased to the highest level since 2017. With increasing regional instability and expanding terrorist networks, what are the pragmatic and constructive solutions that can mitigate these negative growths? How have institutions like SCO Regional Anti-Terrorist Structure demonstrated effective solutions to ensure regional safety and stability? Today, we have Prof. Ulugbeck A. Khasanov from Uzebekistan to elaborate on this topic and share with us his views on effective methods in combating terrorism in the new age of information. Prof. Khasanov is chair of International Relations Department at the University of World Economics & Diplomacy in Uzbekistan. I caught up with him on the sidelines of “China Forum Dialogue Among the Wise” conducted in Beijing this April, with the theme of “Terrorism in the Age of Geopolitical Conflict: New Paradigms and New Challenges”.

As dangers loom large for the world today, a possible Second Cold War has become a frequent topic among politicians and scholars across the globe. Is the Second Cold War inevitable? Is win-win cooperation merely a pretty-sounding strategy or a deep-rooted and realistic philosophy? Is transcending Bloc politics possible in the post-western era? With these questions on mind, China Forum had an in-depth discussion with Prof. Richard Sakwa on the sidelines of the 6th Forum on Security and Strategy in Beijing late March. Prof. Sakwa is the author of the newly published book “The Lost Peace: How the West Failed to Prevent a Second Cold War”, and also a professor of Russian and European Politics at the University of Kent at Canterbury, U.K. In the discussion, Prof. Sakwa offers us penetrating insights into a period of history that we thought we have thought over, revealing deeper logic that has the power to change the course of history today.

At a time when a growing number of regional conflicts have led to further international tensions, the recent phone call between top leaders of China and the U.S. has drawn wide attention to whether the two global powers can inject some stability into the world. Are decades of globalization and relative world peace coming to an end? Are we moving toward a second Cold War and seeing a replay of the 1930s? What is the root cause of global instability? Is it more of an economic or political nature? China Forum caught up with Professor Da Wei, the director of CISS, Tsinghua University, on the sidelines of the 6th Forum on Security and Strategy. In this episode, Professor Da will share his views on the trend of international relations and Sino-America relations.

At a time when a growing number of regional conflicts have led to further international tensions, the recent phone call between top leaders of China and the U.S. has drawn wide attention to whether the two global powers can inject some stability into the world. Are decades of globalization and relative world peace coming to an end? Are we moving toward a second Cold War and seeing a replay of the 1930s? What is the root cause of global instability? Is it more of economical or political nature? Today on our program we have Professor Da Wei to share his views on the trend of international relations. Professor Da Wei is the director of CISS, Tsinghua University, and we caught up with him on the sidelines of the 6th Forum on Security and Strategy.

45 years into the China-US diplomatic relationship, the two countries have been navigating through some rough waters in recent years. Are the two countries on an inevitable collision course? Can the two countries be in a competition racing to the top, or does it have to be a race to the bottom? Joining us today is Ms. Susan Thornton, a retired senior U.S. diplomat with almost three decades of experience with the US State Department in Eurasia and East Asia. Ms. Thornton is currently a Senior Fellow at the Yale Law School Paul Tsai China Center.

What does a changing world mean to China, especially concerning its relationships with the U.S., Europe, and also neighboring countries such as India? To what extent can China's "high-standard opening up" national policy and its global trade relations help to integrate a more fragmented world? With these questions in mind, CISS spoke with Mr. Zhou Bo on the sidelines of the 6th International Forum on Security and Strategy, organized by CISS, Tsinghua University. Mr. Zhou Bo is a China Forum expert and senior fellow of CISS, Tsinghua University. He also has decades of experience serving in China’s military.

As politicians and scholars from across the world gathered in Beijing in early 2024 to attend various international forums, where they exchange ideas and thoughts about current international relations and ways out for some urgent regional conflicts, I got the chance to bring some of them to our podcast to share their thinking with our listeners. In the following days, we will release interviews with six scholars from China and abroad, conducted on the sidelines of the 6th International Forum on Security and Strategy,which was organized by CISS, Tsinghua University on March 27th, 2024. Joining us today is Dr. Michael Vatikiotis, Senior Advisor at the Center for Humanitarian Dialogue based in Singapore. As we dive deep into the humanitarian crisis in Gaza, Ukraine and Afghanistan, as we discuss the role of China and ASEAN countries in propelling dynamic growth in the region, as well as participating in global affairs like combating climate change, hope we’ll all have a better understanding of China’s stance in many international affairs.