Kevin Rudd, the former Australian Prime Minister and a keen China scholar, shares insights on Xi Jinping’s ideological overhaul in China. He explains how a return to Leninist and Marxist principles marks a departure from Deng Xiaoping's market reforms. The conversation delves into Taiwan's pivotal role in China's national aspirations and the geopolitical ramifications of the AUKUS pact. Rudd emphasizes the need for more nuanced understanding among Western leaders to navigate these complex dynamics in global politics.

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Former Australian PM Kevin Rudd, ex-Chile President Michelle Bachelet, ex-UK Chancellor George Osborne, and Hungarian official Zoltan Kovacs discuss post-pandemic global changes. Topics include geopolitics, rise of China, tech impact, wealth inequality, data ownership, and the need for collective action for a safer future.