Mike Bastian, a senior lecturer at the University of Southampton, discusses China's new visa waivers for several European countries, aiming to boost tourism and economic ties. Zhang Chuchu, from Fudan University, elaborates on Israel's recent military operations against Hezbollah, questioning their effectiveness. Meanwhile, John Milligan-White highlights China's diplomatic evolution and partnerships, stressing how improved tourism relations could bridge gaps despite existing frictions. The conversation weaves through tourism, diplomacy, and complex regional dynamics.
