Deep Dive

Amid growing global uncertainty, the Xiangshan Forum convened in Beijing, bringing together 1,800 experts and military representatives from over 100 countries and international organizations to discuss solutions to some of the world’s most pressing security challenges. In this episode, CGTN reporter Zhao Yunfei joins us to explore the impact of the forum and to unpack the Chinese philosophy on security that underpins these discussions.

This year, the launch of the latest iPhone coincided with a new product release from another tech giant—Huawei. Despite nearly 90% of smartphones sold in China being from domestic brands, Apple continues to hold over half of the market share for smartphones priced above $600, though with a slight decline in the 1st and the 2nd quarter this year. In this episode, CGTN Radio reporter Feng Yushun joins us to discuss strategies for global tech giants to secure a foothold in China’s expanding consumer electronics market.

In 2022, Africa's external debt reached $655.6 billion, with less than 10% owed to China. Despite this, Western lenders—who account for over 35% of Africa’s debt and typically charge double the interest rates—are often left out of the narrative. Instead, Western media continues to blame Chinese investments for a so-called "debt trap". But what’s the real story behind China's involvement in Africa? CGTN Radio reporter Gao Junya, who spent five years working across the continent, shares firsthand insights into the impact of Chinese investment on Africa's development.

As one of the most highly anticipated games of the year, Black Myth: WuKong – China’s first AAA video game – has achieved remarkable success, selling 10 million copies within just three days and positioning itself to become one of the best-selling video games of all time. Host Li Yunqi is leading the conversation for this episode to share his perspective on why it took so long to see a AAA game from China, and the impact of Black Myth: WuKong to the world’s gaming industry.

China has launched a significant crackdown on what it describes as "toxic" celebrity culture while celebrating its athletes' best performance at an overseas Olympic Games. The focus is on aggressive fans who took to social media to attack and spread rumors about the nation's Olympians during the Paris 2024. In this episode, Sideline Story host Fu Yu joins us to delve into the rise of China's sports fandom, how it spiraled into harmful behavior, and what steps can be taken to cool it down.

The U.S. has cast a shadow over Chinese swimmers, raising yet unproven allegations of doping. But new questions are surfacing about the integrity of U.S. athletes and their own alleged use of banned substances. In this episode, CGTN Radio reporter Xu Yawen uncovers the truth behind the U.S. doping narrative.

Despite challenges like doping allegations amplified by the U.S., Team China achieved its best-ever results at an overseas Olympiad. More importantly, the new generation of Chinese athletes showcased something that the nation has long awaited. Sideline Story host Fu Yu joins Deep Dive to explore the spirit and style young Chinese athletes have presented and discuss how the country can build on its recent successes.

Japanese pharmaceutical giant Kobayashi is at the center of a health scare with over 100 deaths reported potentially linked to its health supplements with red yeast rice, or beni-koji. CMG Tokyo correspondent Xin Lei joins Deep Dive to unravel the causes of Kobayashi’s “death scandal” and what it tells us about Japan’s manufacturing.

When homes are destroyed and starvation is prevalent, an English teacher has built schools on top of the rubble in war-ravaged Gaza, turning parachutes from aid drops into classroom shelters to ensure that local children can continue their education. In this special episode, Ahmed Riziq, founder of an education project Gaza Great Minds, shares his story from the north of Gaza.

What is it like to raise and harvest fish and shrimp on the breathtaking altitudes of Xizang, also known as Tibet? CGTN reporter Guo Tianqi visited a fishing farm in Linzhi City and shares the story of how this remote region is cultivating top-quality shrimp and fish with the assistance of Guangdong Province along with her observation about China’s Pairing-up Assistance Program.