Best Committee For Economic Development Podcasts (2024)

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Ep 175: Live Event - Jess Farr-Jones, Mike Lukin & Tim Carleton - Public and private market insights 1:04:41

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Ep 175: Live Event - Jess Farr-Jones, Mike Lukin & Tim Carleton - Public and private market insights by David ClarkBy David Clark

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Jose Ramos-Horta discusses China-Timor Leste ties 27:24

9m ago27:24

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Timor-Leste President Jose Ramos-Horta discusses his life-long passion to serve his country and emphasizes his determination to promote relations and enhance cooperation with China.

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Paris 2024 kicks off 27:25

4d ago27:25

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The 2024 Paris Olympic Games have officially kicked off with a unique opening ceremony, with spectators along the River Seine watching athletes arriving on boats. Is Paris all set for the first river-based opening ceremony? What does this historic Olympic city hope to present to the world after years of preparation? How will France handle the contr…

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Deciphering the impact of intra-Palestinian reconciliation 27:25

1h ago27:25

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High-level representatives of 14 Palestinian factions have reached an agreement to end division and strengthen unity. How did the meeting come together? Can all the factions put aside their differences and cooperate as one? How will this step help put an end to the decades-long Israel-Palestine conflict?…

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Identifying reasons behind China's travel heat 27:25

1h ago27:25

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International vloggers share their opinions and experiences related to travel in China. They discuss issues such as the sudden popularity of traveling in China as well as transportation infrastructure, medical service and cashless payment in the country.

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Deeper reforms, better opportunities 27:25

4d ago27:25

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Chinese officials at the third plenary session of the 20th CPC Central Committee have further outlined China's major reform and economic policies for the coming years. What are the specific goals and priorities in China's development over the next decade?

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CPC Central Committee adopts resolution on further deepening reform 27:25

1h ago27:25

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The Third Plenary Session of the 20th CPC Central Committee has adopted a resolution on further deepening reform to advance Chinese modernization. What policies will be implemented to achieve these reform goals over the next ten years?

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Deepening reforms for green development 27:25

7h ago27:25

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Experts share their opinions on how reforms will promote China's green and sustainable development. They discuss issues such as energy structure transition, China's efforts to peak carbon emission before 2030 and the challenging task of reducing reliance on coal.

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Interpreting the economic significance of deepening reforms 27:25

12d ago27:25

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Experts share their opinions on the importance of China’s efforts to push forward reforms. They discuss issues such as key factors driving China's steady trade growth, new dynamics in the country’s foreign trade, shortened negative lists for foreign investment and the expansion of market access.

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Ep 174: Adrian Mackenzie - The power of partnership in private equity investments 50:57

2d ago50:57

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In this episode of Inside the Rope, David interviews Adrian McKenzie, founder and partner of Five V Capital, an Australian private equity firm focused on the mid-sized market in Australia and New Zealand that boasts a remarkable internal rate of return. David highlights Adrian's notable career, including his tenure at CVC Capital Partners, where he…

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Deepening reforms for better opportunities 27:25

15d ago27:25

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Analysts share their perspectives on issues such as China's innovation efforts during economic transition, challenges for China in developing cutting-edge technologies and the dynamic model of China's innovation ecosystem.

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Tackling global challenges 27:25

1d ago27:25

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In a recent article, former French Prime Minister Dominique de Villepin said despite current tensions around the world, a world war was not inevitable. He emphasized the importance of diplomacy to navigate the complexity of international relations. What should countries like China and France do to prevent a global disaster?…

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NATO Summit 2024 27:25

19d ago27:25

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Leaders of NATO countries have pledged to continue supporting Ukraine while meeting in Washington D.C. for the 75th anniversary of the military block. And for the first time, NATO issued a warning to China over so-called "military aid" to Russia. Will the NATO support promised at the summit be enough to impact the Ukraine-Russia conflict? What is C…

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Bob Carr interprets China-Australia ties 27:25

20d ago27:25

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Former Australian Foreign Minister Bob Carr shares his opinions on issues such as the current positive momentum of China-Australia relations, the prospect of more economic engagement between them and the impact of China's unilateral visa-free policy on Australia.

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Global order in review 27:25

21d ago27:25

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A scholar from Tsinghua University shares his perspectives on issues such as the necessity of focusing more on world peace and justice, changes in international configuration over the past decade, the trend of counter-globalization and reasons behind China's efforts to prioritize neighborhood diplomacy.…

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Interpreting impact of elections in France, Britain 27:25

22d ago27:25

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European politics are in the spotlight as elections in France and Britain show center-leftist victories against a growing conservative surge in much of Europe. Analysts share their perspectives on how these elections will impact Europe and beyond.

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2024 SCO summit 27:25

26d ago27:25

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Leaders of the Shanghai Cooperation Organization have wrapped up their meetings in Astana. What issues were high on the agenda at the summit? What can we expect as China is to host the gathering next year?

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Decoding AI era 27:25

27d ago27:25

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An expert on artificial intelligence shares his perspectives on issues such as the AI market in China, areas of AI application and U.S. efforts to curb China's AI development.

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Deciphering significance of President Xi's Central Asia trip 27:25

28d ago27:25

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Analysts share their opinions on the focus of the Chinese president's ongoing Central Asia trip, ways for China and Central Asian countries to enhance relations and their joint efforts to promote global governance and world peace.

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Ep 173: Dan Ariely - Understanding irrationality through behavioural economics 1:00:24

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In this episode of Inside The Rope, David welcomes Dan Ariely, a globally renowned expert in behavioural economics. Dan is a professor of psychology and behavioural economics at Duke University, and in this episode he shares his insights into the irrational ways in which people make decisions and how understanding these behaviours can improve finan…

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Meaning of the Five Principles of Peaceful Coexistence 27:25

1M ago27:25

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Seven decades ago, China put forth the Five Principles of Peaceful Coexistence for the first time. Over the past 70 years, these principles have been widely accepted and recognized as instrumental to maintaining world peace, and have become the cornerstone of China's foreign policy. What is at the core of the Five Principles?…

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Analyzing the significance of Chang'e-6 mission 27:25

1M ago27:25

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Experts share their opinions on the importance of the historic Chang'e-6 mission, which is the first of its kind to retrieve samples from the far side of the moon. They discuss issues related to technological challenges from this mission, the moon’s origin and geological evolution and the future plan of China's space industry.…

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Decoding the role of China-U.S. cultural ties 27:25

1M ago27:25

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The president of Amherst College shares his opinions on issues related to Chinese students in U.S. universities, cultural differences and adjustments and the importance of people-to-people exchanges.

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Ep 172: Artificial Intelligence Series - Part 3: Investing in AI 37:02

19d ago37:02

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In the concluding part of Inside The Rope's series on artificial intelligence, the focus shifts to the financial implications of AI. The episode explores how AI is poised to revolutionise investment markets, identifying potential winners and losers, and debating whether this surge is a bubble reminiscent of the dot-com era. The experts discuss the …

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China's scientific progress 27:25

1M ago27:25

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What is the progress of China's scientific sector in recent years? What does it mean for the world and humanity?

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Premier Li's three-nation trip 27:25

1M ago27:25

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Chinese Premier Li Qiang has wrapped up a three-nation tour to New Zealand, Australia and Malaysia. What are the major outcomes of the visit?

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Identifying highlights of 2024 Lujiazui Forum 27:25

1M ago27:25

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Experts share their perspectives on hot issues at the ongoing Lujiazui Forum in Shanghai, including high-level financial development, goals pursued by Chinese financial markets, the importance of inclusive finance for low-income groups and the role of finance for an aging society.

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Analyzing latest developments of Russia-Ukraine conflict 27:25

1M ago27:25

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Around eighty countries have signed a Ukraine peace proposal at a meeting in Switzerland. Meanwhile, Russia has set out its own terms for ending the conflict with Ukraine. Has the conference brought us closer to peace? Is it the time for the parties to come to the negotiating table? What will be the key factors to bring about an end to the conflict…

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Ep 172: Artificial Intelligence Series - Part 2: Revolution or risk; Generative AI 35:52

26d ago35:52

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In episode 2 of Inside The Rope’s series on Artificial Intelligence, the discussion pivots to the revolutionary scope of generative AI and its deep societal impacts. This episode explores how AI is unlocking unprecedented potential in software development, enabling anyone to code and vastly expanding the pool of potential developers globally. It al…

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China-New Zealand ties 27:25

2M ago27:25

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China is to include New Zealand on the list of unilateral visa-free countries. Chinese Premier Li Qiang announced the news during his visit to New Zealand. What is the state of bilateral ties? How can the two countries manage differences to further boost their relationship?

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EU tariffs on Chinese EVs 27:25

2M ago27:25

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The European Commission has announced it will level provisional duties ranging from 17.4% to over 38% on Chinese EVs. There have been mixed responses so far. What are the considerations behind the tariffs? What are the likely countermeasures from the Chinese side?

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Deciphering China-EU relations 27:25

2M ago27:25

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For the past 19 years, Poland has been China's largest trading partner in central and eastern Europe, and the countries have enjoyed successful cooperation for nine years under the Belt and Road Initiative. Facing pressure from the E.U. and U.S. over EV and other high-tech products, how resilient will the Chinese economy be? Has politics become the…

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Ep 172: Artificial Intelligence Series - Part 1: Defining AI 24:19

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In episode 1 of a 3-part series on artificial intelligence, David is joined by multiple guests to define what Artificial Intelligence is, and the implications it poses on our future. David and guests discuss how models like ChatGPT operate, and how unlike traditional AI systems that are designed for specific tasks, ChatGPT represents a shift toward…

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European Parliament Elections 27:25

2M ago27:25

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Leaders in France and Germany are still reeling from the strong showing by far-right parties in European Parliamentary Elections last weekend. How will the changes in seats affect future policy-making in the E.U.?

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Deciphering climate crisis 27:24

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The final days of May saw heat waves in India, Pakistan and Mexico, and other extreme weather like flooding and tornadoes across the world. The impacts of climate change extend beyond the coastline, going deep into the heart of many countries. What are the reasons behind these extreme weather events? How much is climate change to blame? What are th…

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Asia amid rising geopolitical risks 27:25

2M ago27:25

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Experts share their opinions on issues such as maritime disputes in the South China Sea, U.S. involvement in these regional disputes, tensions between Manila and Beijing and China-ASEAN relations.

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Deciphering security from Global South’s perspective 27:25

2M ago27:25

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The president of Timor-Leste shares his opinions on topics such as the South China Sea issue, Washington's China policy, expectations for China-U.S. ties and U.S. double standards on terrorism.

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Interpreting Shangri-La Dialogue 27:25

2M ago27:25

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Experts share their perspectives on major topics of the ongoing Shangri-La Dialogue in Singapore, including China's approach to global security, U.S. interference in regional disputes, tensions in the South China Sea and international military cooperation.

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Israel-Palestine conflict 27:25

2M ago27:25

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Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has called the deaths of dozens of civilians in an airstrike in the southern Gaza city of Rafah a “tragic mistake” which has drawn strong international condemnation. This took place as Israel is under growing pressure as three more European countries announced their recognition of Palestine as a state and t…

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Ep 171: Greg Mauro - Venture into education 58:37

2M ago58:37

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In this episode of Inside the Rope, David interviews Greg Mauro, founder of Learn Capital. The episode focuses on Mauro's venture capital fund, highlighting its emphasis on educational investments and some of the well-known companies Greg has invested in. Greg shares his transition from a tech entrepreneur to a significant figure in venture capital…

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China-Japan-South Korea ties 27:25

2M ago27:25

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Leaders from China, Japan and South Korea have had their first trilateral meeting in Seoul in more than four years. Chinese Premier Li Qiang has called the meeting "a new beginning." What's behind the resumption of the trilateral meeting and how significant was it for the three countries and the region? What will a trilateral free trade agreement b…

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Identifying reasons behind U.S. support for Israel 27:25

2M ago27:25

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Professor Jeffrey Sachs from Columbia University shares his perspectives on issues such as why the International Criminal Court seeks arrest warrants for Israeli and Hamas leaders, who is obstructing the two-state solution, and why do U.S. authorities respond harshly to protests.

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Interpreting cross-strait relations 27:25

2M ago27:25

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An expert shares his opinions on matters such as the potential risks of the Taiwan question, the U.S. factor in cross-Strait ties and Washington's anxiety over China's growth.

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Iran's president dies 27:25

2M ago27:25

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The Iranian government has called Sunday's helicopter crash that killed President Ebrahim Raisi and Foreign Minister Hossein Amir-Abdollahian an accident. Officials have attributed the tragedy to bad weather conditions and technical failure. The crash occurred at a time of rising tensions in the Middle East. What more do we know about the accident?…

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Deciphering cross-strait relations 27:25

2M ago27:25

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China has added several U.S. companies to the Unreliable Entity List over their involvement in arms sales to the Taiwan region, the same day when the newly elected leader of Taiwan took office. What is the policy of the new administration in Taiwan on cross-strait relations? Will the relations get better or fare worse in the years to come? How will…

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U.S. Antisemitism Bill 27:00

2M ago27:00

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On May 1st, the U.S. House of Representative passed the Antisemitism Awareness Act, aimed at addressing reports of rising antisemitism on college campuses, where pro-Palestinian students have been calling for a permanent ceasefire in Gaza and an end to U.S. military assistance for Israel. What was behind the birth of the bill?…

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Deciphering China-Russia relations 27:25

2M ago27:25

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Russian President Vladimir Putin is in China for a two-day visit as the two countries celebrate the 75th anniversary of diplomatic ties. Where do China-Russia relations stand in today's complex and ever-changing world? What role does the relationship play in global stability and the development of a multi-polar world?…

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Interpreting China’s real estate policies 27:25

3M ago27:25

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Analysts share their perspectives on issues such as reasons behind commercial housing trade-ins in many Chinese cities, expectations for China's future property policymaking, and progress in China's economic transformation.

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UN General Assembly backs Palestinian bid for full membership 27:25

3M ago27:25

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Recently, the UN General Assembly overwhelmingly backed a resolution asking the Security Council to make Palestine a full member. A total of 143 countries voted in favor and 25 abstained, while nine were against – including the U.S. and Israel. What does the resounding approval mean for the Palestinians? With the ongoing conflict in Gaza, how far a…

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Ep 170: Elizabeth Burton - Building a diversified portfolio 39:37

2M ago39:37

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In this episode of Inside the Rope, David is joined by Elizabeth Burton, a managing director and client investment strategist at Goldman Sachs Asset Management. Based in New York, Elizabeth shares her extensive background in finance, transitioning from a Chief Investment Officer for the state of Hawaii to her current role at Goldman Sachs. She prov…

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