The Chinese characters are the DNA of its civilization. Harmony and trust are the foundation of Confucianism and the core of China's development philosophy. Sinologist Ragnar Baldursson, Iceland’s former Minister Counselor to China, shares his interpretation of Chinese wisdom embedded in the characters.
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Jingdezhen: A Glimpse into a millennium of ceramics
From an imperial kiln, to a modern capital of creativity, Jingdezhen’s fame as China’s ceramic capital has stood the test of time. Here, people can not only create art, but also delve deep into their emotions in the pursuit of inspiration, beauty, and perfection.
What makes Jingdezhen’s charm so enduring?
Camille Grandaty, a French ceramic artist who has spent a decade in Jingdezhen, shares her creative journey.
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Vikram: A greener China in my lens
What's the “source code” of the Chinese culture? How has China's ancient philosophy and wisdom informed its green transition? Through a deep dive into China's cultural DNA, Vikram Channa, vice president of Production & Development at Discovery Networks Asia-Pacific, uncovers the ancient wisdom that underpins the country's journey towards a green future.
The world has witnessed China's dramatic changes for over 40 years since its reform and opening up. In the eyes of Moon Chung-in, former special advisor to South Korea's former president Moon Jae-in for national security and foreign affairs, China has achieved economic and social development while maintaining a peaceful relationship with other countries. As its neighbor, how does South Korea see China's rise? In China Talk, Moon Chung-in will share with you his unique South Korean perspective on China's rise.
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Mushahid Hussain: my half-century romance with China
“My son’s developed a passion for China, and my six-year-old grandson is learning Chinese,” says Senator Mushahid Hussain, chairman of Pakistan's Senate Defence Committee, reflecting on his enduring affinity with China over five decades. He stresses that connecting hearts and minds is key to form an enduring bond between China and Pakistan. Why is China calling for increased interpersonal bonds? How might the China-Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC) shape new lifestyles, especially among women and youth in Pakistan? In this episode of China Talk, Senator Mushahid Hussain gives his answers.
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