Independent Thinking: How closely is China watching the US?

Yu Jie, William Matthews and David Lubin join guest host Ben Bland to discuss the view from China now that Donald Trump is in charge.

Audio Published 21 March 2025 30 minute listen

This week on Independent Thinking, three Chatham House experts look at the view from China now that Donald Trump is in charge. 

Ben Bland speaks to Yu Jie, William Matthews and David Lubin about how China is repositioning itself on the world stage, viewing its own security and preparing for a potential trade war. 

We will also explore what the Communist Party of China is really thinking, what harm tariffs are doing and what the AI battle could mean for the world.

About Independent Thinking

Independent Thinking is a weekly international affairs podcast hosted by our director Bronwen Maddox, in conversation with leading policymakers, journalists, and Chatham House experts providing insight on the latest international issues.

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