Yan Liang

Zhou Bo, a senior fellow in international relations, and Jeffrey Sachs, director at Columbia, lead a discussion on the 'no limits' partnership between China and Russia. They explore its strategic implications amid geopolitical tensions. Insights on China's booming tech innovation, especially in Hangzhou, highlight its emerging AI dominance, drawing significant foreign investment. Sachs praises China's economic resilience, dismissing crisis narratives while examining its global influence and challenges in the current landscape.

Joining the discussion are Yan Liang, an economics professor from Willamette University, and Yao Shujie, a Changhong Professor at Chongqing University, alongside Zhang Gong and Zhou Mi, both esteemed economists. They delve into Hong Kong's role in China’s national development, exploring its economic transformation since 1997, particularly its integration with the mainland. The conversation also touches on global trade dynamics, evolving travel trends in China, and the rise of stablecoins, illuminating Hong Kong’s significance as an international financial hub.

This discussion features Zhang Xin, a deputy director specializing in Russian studies, Liu Baocheng, an expert in international business, Yan Liang, a professor of economics, and Joseph Syracuse, a global futures authority. They explore China’s ambitious measures to open its financial market, aiming for greater transparency and regulatory oversight. The conversation also highlights China's leading position in the electric vehicle sector, driven by innovation and government support, while emphasizing the importance of collaboration in shaping future markets.

Joining the discussion are Ko Gang, an expert in AI from Southwestern University, and You Tianlong, an international trade specialist at Yunnan University, among others. They dive into Austria's unprecedented coalition government formed after a political deadlock, discussing its potential hurdles and implications for social and economic policies. The panel also examines the escalating U.S.-China trade tensions, including retaliatory tariffs and their global impact. Additionally, they explore China's ambitious plans for AI development and data protection.

Jiang Shixue, a Professor of International Relations, shares insights on China's growing ties with Grenada amid climate collaboration efforts. Xu Yawen recounts the harrowing aftermath of a 6.8 magnitude earthquake in Xizang, detailing challenges faced by survivors and relief teams. Liu Baocheng discusses the renewed economic dialogue between China and the UK, while Yan Liang examines China's robust fiscal strategies to stimulate domestic demand. Together, they cover pressing topics that highlight international relations and humanitarian efforts.