Weekly China Recap

In this week’s Weekly China Recap with Xing Zheming, we connect the dots across five major updates that shed light on China’s evolving priorities. From the first major overhaul of the Arbitration Law in 30 years, to a nationwide push to boost service consumption, to a massive investment plan in energy storage — Beijing is signaling how it intends to navigate growth, resilience, and reform.We also look at China’s first National Parks Law, aimed at protecting biodiversity, and the rising challenge of youth unemployment, now at record levels. Together, these stories highlight the complexities of China’s economic and social trajectory: ambition on one hand, deep-rooted challenges on the other.For international observers, the lesson is clear — understanding China requires nuance. Each policy tells part of the story, but the real picture emerges only when we connect the dots.Tune in to stay informed, stay sharp, and see beyond the headlines.China Weekly Recap with Xing Zheming, powered by Taskforce ConsultancyContact us viazheming@taskforce-china.cnzhibin.lang@taskforce-china.cn

This week on Weekly China Recap with Xing Zheming, we take a closer look at China’s move to revise its Foreign Trade Law—the first foundational overhaul in years.The law, first enacted in 1994, has been revised before, but this time the stakes are much higher. China remains the world’s largest trader, yet global headwinds are mounting: protectionism, sanctions, supply chain shifts, and growing frictions not only with the United States but also with Europe and beyond.The draft revision goes beyond updating rules—it institutionalizes reforms in digital trade, green trade, and new business models, while also introducing sharper defensive tools such as legalized countermeasures against sanctions and trade restrictions.For China, this is not just about trade—it’s about building resilience in a turbulent geopolitical landscape, while keeping the door open to global markets.Tune in to understand how Beijing is rewriting the rules of engagement for the next phase of global trade.Weekly China Recap with Xing Zheming, powered by Taskforce ConsultancyContact us viazheming@taksforce-china.cnzhibin.lang@taskforce-china.cn

This week, we take you to Tianjin, where the largest-ever Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO) summit has just concluded. The gathering brought together leaders from across Central Asia, South Asia, and the Middle East — representing nearly half the world’s population — and delivered eight major outcomes, from launching an SCO Development Bank to setting up new cooperation platforms in green industry, digital economy, and security.Far from being just symbolic, these moves signal China’s ambition to position the SCO as a serious platform for global governance outside the Western-led order. They also highlight Tianjin’s comeback as a hub for China’s outward-facing development model.At a time when tariffs, trade wars, and geopolitical rivalries dominate headlines, China is offering a different script — building institutions, creating cross-border financing tools, and promoting inclusivity over confrontation. The SCO summit may not have the hard treaties critics demand, but its framework of long-term cooperation marks another step in Beijing’s effort to reshape how the Global South engages with the world.Listen in as Xing Zheming unpacks what this summit means for China, for its neighbors, and for the global order in flux.Weekly China Recap with Xing Zheming, powered by Taskforce ConsultancyContact us viazheming@taskforce-china.cnzhibin.lang@taskforce-china.cn

In this episode, we dive into a major policy shift shaping China's urban future. On August 28th, China released a comprehensive directive on urban development, signaling the end of the "build fast, build big" era and the dawn of a new focus on sustainability and quality. The new plan sets a roadmap for how China will reshape its cities, emphasizing smarter infrastructure, green housing, and more integrated city clusters. Join Xing Zheming as he breaks down this landmark policy and its potential to transform China's urban landscape.Subscribe "Weekly China Recap with Xing Zheming", where we decode China, one episode at a time.Powered by Taskforce ConsultancyContact us viazheming@taskforce-china.cnzhibin.lang@taskforce-china.cn

This week on Weekly China Recap, Xing Zheming takes you into China’s cultural economy — where a policy shift is reshaping the country’s film and television industry.The release of the “Radio and Television 21 Measures” marks a major reform in Chinese TV regulation in over a decade. From lifting the episode cap to fast-tracking approvals and opening doors to global IP adaptations, the move signals Beijing’s attempt to breathe new life into a sector long constrained by heavy oversight.But this isn’t just about TV. From booming summer box office numbers to football fever in Jiangsu, culture is driving consumer spending and reenergizing the services sector. Still, the critical question remains: will loosening restrictions be enough if the deeper tension between audience demand and government messaging is left unresolved?Tune in for insights on why this policy shift matters — for China’s storytellers, its economy, and its global image.Listen now to "Weekly China Recap with Xing Zheming", where we decode China, one episode at a time.Powered by Taskforce ConsultancyContact us viazheming@taskforce-china.cnzhibin.lang@taskforce-china.cn

China is placing a bold new bet on its economy — not through mega infrastructure projects, but through your wallet.Starting September 1st, a dual interest subsidy will directly reduce the cost of personal consumption loans and support service-sector businesses, in a first-of-its-kind move linking fiscal policy to everyday spending.From home renovations to eldercare services, this policy aims to activate consumers and strengthen the small businesses that serve them — creating a two-way boost for demand and supply.In this week’s Weekly China Recap, I break down how the program works, why it marks a structural shift in China’s stimulus strategy, and what it signals for the country’s economic direction.Listen now to “Weekly China Recap with Xing Zheming” — where we decode China, one episode at a time.Powered by Taskforce ConsultancyContact us viazheming@taskforce-china.cnzhibin.lang@taskforce-china.cn

This week on Weekly China Recap with Xing Zheming, we unpack Beijing's latest blueprint to supercharge its industrial transformation — the Guiding Opinions on Financial Support for New Industrialization.Seven top ministries have joined forces to reimagine finance not as a background player, but as the strategic engine driving China's move toward high-end, green, and digital manufacturing.From technology finance to green loans, from supply chain credit innovation to cross-border capital facilitation, this policy sets a bold 2027 vision.We'll break down what's new, why it matters, and how it fits into China's broader push for “quality growth” beyond real estate and low-end competition. With exports showing resilience and tech sectors gaining momentum, can this financial overhaul turn ambition into execution?🎧 Tune in to hear how finance is being retooled to fund China's next industrial leap — and what to watch as local pilots roll out. Subscribe now for sharp insights on China's most important moves, every week with Xing Zheming.Weekly China Recap with Xing Zheming - Powered by Taskforce ConsultancyContact us viazheming@taskforce-china.cnzhibin.lang@taskforce-china.cn

This week, we spotlight a historic shift in China's population policy. For the first time, China is rolling out a nationwide childcare subsidy—a bold, centrally funded move to directly support families and encourage childbirth. With real money and policy muscle, Beijing signals it's serious about reversing its declining birthrate.Host Xing Zheming unpacks: What's in the new subsidy plan? Why the government is spending 900 billion RMB on babies? How China's population policy has transformed—from the one-child era to today's pro-birth push. And the significance of reimbursing reproductive healthcare and expanding support services for families.As China ages, this new wave of  "baby-friendly" policies shows that the country is not just watching demographic trends—it's actively shaping them.Subscribe now for sharp insights on China's most important moves, every week with Xing Zheming.Weekly China Recap with Xing Zheming - Powered by Taskforce ConsultancyContact us viazheming@taskforce-china.cnzhibin.lang@taskforce-china.cn

In this episode of Weekly China Recap with Xing Zheming, we connect two major headlines that tell a much bigger story about China's evolving growth model.From the high-altitude terrain to the tropical shores of Hainan, China is doubling down on long-term transformation.A 1.2 trillion RMB mega hydropower project signals bold investment in clean energy, jobs, and regional development. Meanwhile, Hainan's "customs closure" this December is not a retreat — it's a bold leap toward deeper trade liberalization and institutional openness.Together, these moves represent a powerful message: while others tighten, China builds. While trade wars escalate, China opens new frontiers. It's a growth strategy with Chinese characteristics — massive, green, and globally attuned.Listen now and discover how China is shaping its future—one megaproject, one reform at a time.Subscribe now for sharp insights on China's most important moves, every week with Xing Zheming.Weekly China Recap with Xing Zheming - Powered by Taskforce ConsultancyContact us viazheming@taskforce-china.cnzhibin.lang@taskforce-china.cn

In this week's episode, Xing Zheming unpacks the key takeaways from China's economic performance in the first half of 2025.While headlines may focus on external pressures, the real story is one of resilience, structural evolution, and a renewed push for global connection.We explore:- What 5.2% GDP growth means for an economy of China's size- How domestic consumption and services are taking the lead- The impact of China's expanding visa-free policy and a resurgence of international visitors- A new urban strategy aimed at revitalizing existing cities as future engines of growthFrom macro shifts to ground-level sentiment, this episode connects the data with real-world implications — and a forward-looking view of China's economic roadmap.Subscribe now for sharp insights on China's most important moves, every week with Xing Zheming.Weekly China Recap with Xing Zheming - Powered by Taskforce ConsultancyContact us viazheming@taskforce-china.cnzhibin.lang@taskforce-china.cn

This week on Weekly China Recap with Xing Zheming, we revisit the escalating China–EU trade conflict. After the EU restricted Chinese companies from participating in large-scale medical equipment tenders, Beijing has struck back with its own procurement restrictions targeting European firms. What's really at stake in this tit-for-tat? And how is diplomacy stepping in to contain the fallout?Host Xing Zheming breaks down the latest policy moves, offers insights into China's strategic messaging, and unpacks the broader geopolitical backdrop—including Foreign Minister Wang Yi's high-stakes mission to Europe.As both economic powers navigate this friction-filled anniversary year, can they cool tensions before they spiral into something deeper? Tune in for a timely, sharp take on one of the most consequential rivalries in global trade.Subscribe now for sharp insights on China's most important moves, every week with Xing Zheming.Weekly China Recap with Xing Zheming - Powered by Taskforce ConsultancyContact us viazheming@taskforce-china.cnzhibin.lang@taskforce-china.cn

This week on Weekly China Recap, host Xing Zheming unpacks the top-level economic meeting that could reshape China's domestic market for years to come. The Central Commission for Financial and Economic Affairs has laid out a bold plan for building a National Unified Market — aiming to end internal fragmentation, cut through local protectionism, and foster high-quality growth. Zheming explains why this matters now, what's changing, and how China is recalibrating its growth model to boost resilience amid global uncertainty.Subscribe now for sharp insights on China's most important moves, every week with Xing Zheming.Weekly China Recap with Xing Zheming - Powered by Taskforce ConsultancyContact us viazheming@taskforce-china.cnzhibin.lang@taskforce-china.cn

In this episode, Xing Zheming takes you inside Singapore Prime Minister Lawrence Wong’s official visit to China — a symbolic and strategic moment marking 35 years of diplomatic ties.Why does this visit matter now? From deepening bilateral trade and investment to shaping new models of global cooperation, China and Singapore are aligning on innovation, governance, and economic resilience. Zheming unpacks the geopolitics, the business logic, and the real-world impact — including what Suzhou Industrial Park still teaches us today.As Chinese companies look to Singapore as a launchpad to go global, and Singapore deepens its ties with China's evolving economic strategy, a new model of partnership is taking shape — one built on trust, pragmatism, and shared ambition.Subscribe now for sharp insights on China’s most important moves, every week with Xing Zheming.Weekly China Recap with Xing Zheming - Powered by Taskforce ConsultancyContact us viazheming@taskforce-china.cnzhibin.lang@taskforce-china.cn

In this week's Weekly China Recap with Xing Zheming, we unpack the major policy signals from the 2025 Lujiazui Forum in Shanghai — China's premier financial summit. From the launch of a Digital RMB International Center to an unprecedented national-level plan to elevate Shanghai as a global financial hub, this episode explores what these moves mean for China's future in global finance. Tune in for analysis on financial opening, regulatory shifts, and the strategic transformation of the country's capital markets.Weekly China Recap with Xing Zheming - Powered by Taskforce ConsultancyContact us viazheming@taskforce-china.cnzhibin.lang@taskforce-china.cn

This week on Weekly China Recap, host Xing Zheming unpacks a bold new policy that allows Hong Kong–listed companies in the Greater Bay Area to pursue a secondary listing on the Shenzhen Stock Exchange.More than just a capital markets reform, this move signals Beijing's ambition to integrate Shenzhen and Hong Kong into a unified financial hub — one that blends the international reach of Hong Kong with the innovation and scale of mainland capital.What does this mean for Chinese tech giants, cross-border investors, and the future of the "H+A" model? Tune in for a sharp, four-minute breakdown of China's latest financial opening — and why it matters now.Weekly China Recap with Xing Zheming - Powered by Taskforce ConsultancyContact us viazheming@taskforce-china.cnzhibin.lang@taskforce-china.cn