The Point with Liu Xin

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• Why Gen-Z Americans view China differently 03.06.2026 25นาที

  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-leaning voters view China as a competitor. Even more surprisingly, younger Democrats are increasingly likely to see China as a partner rather than an adversary. What explains these sharply different perspectives? How much do Americans really know about China? And what can be done to bridge the gap in understanding between the world's two largest economies?
• Exploring China-Russia cultural ties 27.05.2026 26นาที

  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 peoples know about each other? As the two sides continue to cement their political ties, we discuss what is considered an important driving force of this relationship: people.
• China & Pakistan at 75: Can the two nations lead green development in the Global South? 25.05.2026 26นาที

  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 work together to confront the climate emergency? How are green development and technology transforming everyday life? And what could China-Pakistan cooperation mean for the broader Global South? In this exclusive interview, CGTN host Liu Xin speaks with Shezra Mansab Ali Khan Kharal, Pakistan's Minister of State for Climate Change and Environmental Coordination, about sustainability, clean energy, climate resilience, and the future of green development.
• Why has Beijing become a major hub of global diplomacy? 20.05.2026 26นาที

  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 diplomatic crossroads? What does this say about the shifting global power landscape? And how will this visit further deepen China-Russia ties?
• Constructive strategic stability: What does it mean for China-US relations? 15.05.2026 26นาที

  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. During the visit, Chinese President Xi Jinping announced a new vision for bilateral ties: Building a "constructive China-US relationship of strategic stability." What exactly does this new framework mean for the future of China-US relations? And how could this reshape global stability, trade, and geopolitics in the years ahead?
• What's really at stake in Trump's Beijing trip? 13.05.2026 26นาที

  US President Donald Trump's visit to Beijing comes at a moment of deep global uncertainty and shifting power dynamics. Leading executives from major US tech companies have also been invited to join the trip. What defines the current state of ties between the world's two largest economies? What still binds them together? And can this visit help stabilize a turbulent world and reshape the future of China-US relations?
• Can China shape the future of auto design? A top designer's honest answer 11.05.2026 26นาที

  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 of The Point, CGTN host Liu Xin speaks with Jozef Kabaň, Vice President of Design at SAIC Motor, about the dramatic transformation reshaping the global auto industry.
• Could a new French bill help return Chinese artifacts? 08.05.2026 26นาที

  France has passed a landmark bill to facilitate the return of artifacts looted during the colonial era. Could this reshape the global debate on cultural restitution and open the door for Chinese treasures taken during the Opium Wars to finally return home?
• Re-militarization debates and Japan's changing security posture 06.05.2026 26นาที

  Japan's recent diplomatic tour across Vietnam and Australia has sparked debate over symbolism, strategy, and selective historical memory. High-profile gestures in Canberra and silence on wartime history in Southeast Asia raise questions about consistency, intent, and messaging in Japan's foreign policy. Liu Xin examines Japan's evolving Indo-Pacific strategy, its "Free and Open Indo-Pacific" vision, and the growing debate over whether China is being structurally excluded from regional frameworks. Is Japan advancing a more coordinated geopolitical agenda under the rhetoric of openness and cooperation? And why does it maintain different attitudes toward Western and Asian nations over wartime historical issues?
• From manufacturing to powering services: China's economic shift 04.05.2026 26นาที

  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 ground up. In this episode, Liu Xin steps inside one of China's leading mapping apps to explore how it's moving beyond navigation.
• Japan's nuclear ambition isn't hypothetical anymore 01.05.2026 26นาที

  A working paper from China's Ministry of Foreign Affairs warns that Japan's recent remarks and policy signals could challenge the nuclear non-proliferation regime and the post-war international order. At the same time, Japan appears to be revisiting its long-standing non-nuclear principles, raising questions about where its security policy is heading. So what's driving this shift and why does it matter far beyond the region?
• How Chinese carmakers are reshaping the industry 29.04.2026 26นาที

  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 giants and rising Chinese innovators sharing the stage, are Chinese carmakers reshaping the global automotive landscape? And what does this mean for consumers worldwide?
• Is political violence becoming America's 'new normal'? 27.04.2026 26นาที

  Chaos erupted at the White House Correspondents' Dinner after an armed suspect breached security in an apparent attempt to reach US President Donald Trump. The incident has raised urgent questions, not only about presidential security, but about the deeper forces driving political violence in the United States. Who is the suspect, Cole Tomas Allen? What were his intentions? And why does this incident feel like part of a growing pattern? Tune in as we unpack the roots of polarization, gun culture, and rising social tensions, and what this could mean for America and the world.
• Japan's return to militarism? 24.04.2026 26นาที

  This year marks the 80th anniversary of the beginning of the Tokyo Trials, a historic moment that exposed the crimes of Japanese militarism and delivered justice to the world. But today, new developments are raising serious questions. In just a matter of days, Japan has signed a $7 billion warship deal with Australia, sent its largest-ever military contingent to US-led war games in the Philippines, and eased arms export restrictions, signaling a major policy shift. What do they reveal about Japan's strategic ambitions? Is this a return to militarism, or something more complex? And why is the region and the world watching closely?
• How might the Iran situation develop? 22.04.2026 26นาที

  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 proposal to end the conflict. But at the same time, Washington is maintaining its blockade on Iranian ports, keeping pressure firmly in place. Iran has pushed back hard, calling the blockade an "act of war" and a violation of the ceasefire itself. Meanwhile, talks remain uncertain, with both sides signaling deep mistrust. So what does this truce really mean? Is this a step toward peace, or a pause before the next escalation?
• China grows 5%, why it stands out 17.04.2026 26นาที

  The global economy is facing uncertainty as tensions in the Middle East escalate. The International Monetary Fund has cut its global growth forecast to 3.1%, warning that the outlook has "abruptly darkened" following the outbreak of war involving Iran. At the same time, China reported a steady 5% GDP growth in the first quarter, raising key questions about resilience and shifting economic dynamics. How did China sustain its growth? How is the Iran war impacting the global economy? And what does it mean for the world, and for you?
• Inside Sanchez's China visit: What's the signal? 15.04.2026 26นาที

  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 and China. Invited by Chinese Premier Li Qiang, the Spanish prime minister held high-level talks with President Xi Jinping and visited key institutions, including tech giant Xiaomi. Following previous high-profile exchanges, including visits by King Felipe VI of Spain, what's driving this growing momentum between Madrid and Beijing? In a world facing rising uncertainty and shifting geopolitics, what message is Spain sending, especially with its stance on the Iran conflict?
• A drone, a bubble tea, and a bigger message 10.04.2026 26นาที

  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, chairwoman of the Chinese Kuomintang party, in Beijing during her visit to the Chinese mainland, the first of its kind in 10 years. From Jiangsu to Shanghai, Cheng's trip blends history, future vision, and even a touch of everyday life. What does this visit signify? A symbolic gesture, or the start of something bigger?
• Ceasefire at the 11th hour 08.04.2026 26นาที

  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 critical deadline set by US President Donald Trump. With tensions at a tipping point and threats looming over the Strait of Hormuz, both sides are now heading to the negotiating table in response to a 10-point proposal from Iran. What triggered this sudden shift? What's inside the proposal? And will this fragile pause hold?
• Cross-Strait ties 01.04.2026 26นาที

  Amid rising geopolitical tensions, a rare moment of engagement is emerging across the Taiwan Strait. At a time when global flashpoints are multiplying, any sign of dialogue carries added weight. For the first time in nearly a decade, the leader of the Kuomintang party has been invited to visit the mainland. How might this reshape the trajectory of cross-Strait relations? And what signals does it send, not only to both sides, but to an increasingly uncertain world?