China’s Trade War Strategy: How Xi Jinping Uses Autocracy, Fear, and Innovation to Compete with the West
New Books in Political Science
00:00
China's Global Influence and Human Rights Challenges
This chapter delves into China's tactics for undermining Western democracies and addresses human rights abuses, particularly against the Uyghurs and Hong Kong activists. It highlights the complexities of balancing trade and national security in the UK amid growing tensions with Beijing, including concerns over a new Chinese embassy and recent electoral hacking incidents. Personal stories of surveillance, intimidation, and the challenges faced by pro-democracy movements underscore the broader implications of China's actions on global trust and safety.
Transcript
Play full episode
