
Demetri Sevastopulo
US-China correspondent for the Financial Times, known for his scoop on China’s secret hypersonic weapon test.
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May 13, 2025 • 30min
Future weapons: Tomorrow’s technology
Sylvia Pfeifer, an industry correspondent covering defense, joins Ryan McMorrow, the deputy Beijing bureau chief focusing on China’s military tech, and Demetri Sevastopulo, who reports on US-China relations. They discuss how defense technology is reshaping geopolitics, the rapid advancement of drones and AI in military strategies, and the implications of these innovations on U.S.-China relations. The conversation also delves into the balance between automated systems and human soldiers in future warfare, highlighting the evolving landscape of global military capabilities.

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Dec 9, 2024 • 35min
Xi Jinping's PLA purges
Join Demetri Sevastopulo, US-China correspondent for the Financial Times, and Oriana Skylar Mastro, a Stanford military expert and author, as they dive into the chaotic purges within China’s People's Liberation Army. They discuss the implications of Xi Jinping's ongoing investigations into top generals and the potential for future military actions over Taiwan. The conversation also explores the effectiveness of military reforms initiated in 2015, and whether these changes strengthen or weaken China’s military readiness amidst rising global tensions.

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Apr 24, 2022 • 29min
US-China Tech Race: Shock and Awe
Demetri Sevastopulo, the FT's US-China correspondent, shares insights from his remarkable scoop on China's hypersonic weapon test that reshaped global geopolitics. He dives into the fierce US-China space race, highlighting developments in satellite technologies and military capabilities. The podcast also discusses the potential for cooperation in space amidst rising tensions, particularly regarding Taiwan. It raises thought-provoking questions about how these technological advancements are influencing international dynamics.