undefined

Isabel Hilton

Founder of China Dialogue and visiting professor at King''s College London''s Lao Institute. Chair of judges for the Bailey Gifford Prize.

Top 10 podcasts with Isabel Hilton

Ranked by the Snipd community
undefined
16 snips
Mar 3, 2023 • 49min

What will China’s declining population mean for the world?

Last year China's population fell for the first time in 60 years with the national birth rate hitting a record low. China's birth rate has in fact been declining for years but an older population will pose a real challenge for China economically, politically and strategically. So, what will the consequences be for China and the rest of the world if this vast economy - the second largest in the world – of a waning workforce and an ageing population? The ruling Communist Party is introducing a range of policies to try to encourage couples to have more babies. But it was only seven years ago that the Chinese government scrapped the controversial one-child policy, replacing it with the two-child policy in 2016 and the three-child policy in 2021. The government is also offering tax breaks and better maternal healthcare, among other incentives, in an effort to reverse, or at least slow, the falling birth rate. Nothing so far has worked. So how concerning is population decline for China and the rest of the world? How much of an issue is gender inequality and the cost of raising a child? What will an older, frailer population do to the Chinese economy? And, as climate change intensifies, is population decline really a problem? Chris Morris is joined by: Yun Zhou - a social demographer, family sociologist and an assistant professor at the University of Michigan. Isabel Hilton – a journalist and founder of the bilingual website China Dialogue - an organisation dedicated to promoting a common understanding of China’s environmental challenges. Yasheng Huang - professor of global economics at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology and author of the forthcoming book on China, The Rise and the Fall of the EAST. Also featuring: Victor Gao - Vice President of the Beijing-based Centre for China and Globalisation, a think tank with links to the Chinese Communist Party.Producer: Pandita Lorenz and Ellen Otzen(Photo: China's Sichuan province shifts birth control policies, Shanghai, 31 Jan 2023. Credit: Alex Plavevski/EPA-EFE/Rex/Shutterstock)
undefined
Oct 28, 2024 • 1h 35min

Battle of Ideas – is China in decline?

Tom Miller, a senior analyst at Gavekal Research, Isabel Hilton, a veteran international reporter and founder of China Dialogue, and Austin Williams, an architect and academic, dive into China's current challenges. They discuss the economic slowdown, youth unemployment, and perceptions of decline. The panel explores urbanization, advancements in technology, and the Belt and Road Initiative's evolution. They also touch on issues of national identity, surveillance, and the balance of optimism amid political changes, providing a nuanced view of China's future.
undefined
Nov 27, 2024 • 35min

What does an Israel-Hezbollah ceasefire mean for Gaza?

Isabel Hilton, founder of China Dialogue and a prominent voice in environmental discourse, joins Oscar Guardiola-Rivera, an international law professor, to discuss the implications of the ceasefire between Israel and Hezbollah on Gaza. They explore the ceasefire's potential to reshape regional stability and delve into Brazil's political challenges amid coup allegations. The conversation also touches on Donald Trump's trade threats against China, while humorously questioning whether singing in cinemas should be a thing. A lively and engaging commentary on critical issues!
undefined
Nov 16, 2024 • 36min

Trump’s cabinet picks, the most beautiful book and Japanese reads

Join Isabel Hilton, founder of China Dialogue, and Christopher Weiss, publisher of the Danish Architectural Press, as they dive into captivating discussions. Isabel shares insights on the implications of Trump's cabinet picks and the chaotic American political landscape. Christopher highlights the creation of the 'Most Beautiful Book in the World', exploring the charm of physical books in a digital age. They also touch upon the rising interest in Japanese literature among British readers and the quirky acquisition of Infowars by satirical outlet The Onion.
undefined
Oct 30, 2024 • 39min

Why do some EU officials think that the bloc would be better off with a Trump presidency?

Isabel Hilton, founder of China Dialogue, and Marta Lorimer, a politics lecturer at Cardiff University, tackle intriguing topics this week. They analyze China's ongoing legal standoff with the EU over electric vehicle tariffs, weighing its impact on European manufacturers. The duo explores the political implications of a potential Trump presidency on EU dynamics amid rising tensions with China and Canada’s allegations against India. They also discuss the merits of compulsory voting and its effect on democratic engagement, linking it to global geopolitical shifts.
undefined
Oct 28, 2024 • 1h 35min

Chinese Whispers: is China in decline?

In this lively discussion, guests Tom Miller, an analyst at Gavekal Research, Isabel Hilton, founder of China Dialogue, and architect Austin Williams tackle hot-button issues surrounding China's recent economic downturn. They explore whether the slowdown reveals true decline or merely a western bias. The panel also dives into China's changing cultural landscape under strict governance, the implications of its aging population, and a shift in the Belt and Road Initiative towards sustainability, all while questioning what it means for the nation's future.
undefined
Oct 14, 2024 • 39min

China launches war games around Taiwan and the US prepares to send troops to Israel

Isabel Hilton, an expert on China and founder of China Dialogue, shares insights on Taiwan's sovereignty amid escalating Chinese military drills. James Rogers, an associate professor in international journalism, weighs in on the implications of U.S. troop deployments in Israel. The conversation touches on the complexities of justice in a decades-old murder case from Germany, exploring how historical accountability is approached. They even debate the relevance of trigger warnings in discussing classical literature like Chaucer’s 'Canterbury Tales.'
undefined
Sep 15, 2024 • 59min

Live from London

Emma Nelson, a commentator on major weekend events, teams up with Nina dos Santos and Isabel Hilton to dissect pressing global issues. They delve into chaotic travel anecdotes, especially at Heathrow, and offer humorous takes on the British Royal Family. Tyler Brûlé shares insights from Stockholm, while Hannah Lucinda Smith updates listeners on Turkey’s foreign relations. The group also navigates the complexities of global geopolitics, including Taiwan's UN challenges and Turkey's environmental concerns, shedding light on today's multifaceted world.
undefined
Jun 8, 2024 • 37min

India and its neighbours

Experts Kapil Komireddi, Beenish Javed, Isabel Hilton, and Ronan Lee discuss Modi's foreign-policy doctrine, strained relationships with Pakistan, China, and Myanmar, and India's regional dynamics. They delve into India's border strategies, passivity towards China, and the nuances of their relationship.
undefined
Oct 29, 2021 • 38min

COP26: Everything you need to know

With the devastating effects of the climate emergency becoming more urgent by the day, the COP26 summit in Glasgow now represents a pivotal moment in global cooperation on the issue. Can anything meaningful be achieved without collaboration from the big players such as China, the US and the EU? Economist Linda Yueh is joined by journalist and environment specialist Isabel Hilton of China Dialogue plus Bloomberg News climate and energy reporter Akshat Rathi to answer this and get a primer on the big debates ahead. Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/intelligencesquared.  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices