Frank Dikötter
Hoover Institution Senior Fellow specializing in the history of modern China. Chair Professor of Humanities at the University of Hong Kong and author of a dozen books on China.
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Apr 1, 2025 • 1h 4min
Empire of Illusion: Frank Dikötter on Why China Isn’t a Superpower
Frank Dikötter, a senior fellow at the Hoover Institution and expert on Chinese history, challenges the narrative of China as a superpower. He argues that the image of strength is a façade, masking profound fragility beneath repression and propaganda. Dikötter examines the disparity between urban and rural development, the flawed economic statistics, and the CCP's paranoia that drives its decisions. He also draws unsettling parallels between China and the Soviet Union, emphasizing that real power rests with the populace reclaiming autonomy.
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May 27, 2025 • 1h 6min
Caveman Marxists: Frank Dikötter on Whether China Is a Fiery Dragon or a Paper Tiger | GoodFellows | Hoover Institution
Frank Dikötter, a senior fellow at the Hoover Institution and expert on modern China, unpacks the complexities of China's power dynamics. He discusses Xi Jinping's leadership, contrasting it with Trump's ideologies, and questions the true military readiness regarding Taiwan. The conversation dives into China's economic struggles, its manufacturing might, and the impact of historical events like the Cultural Revolution on current policies. Additionally, Dikötter reflects on the challenges of negotiating with an authoritarian state and the broader geopolitical implications of China's ambitions.
