Deep Dive China Plus

After restoring the habitat and population of wild Asian elephants, villagers in Xishuangbanna in South China have adapted to live peacefully with wildlife, sometimes even returning parts of their homeland to nature. Ahead of World Environment Day, CGTN Radio reporter Heyang recounts her safari journey to Xishuangbanna, Yunnan province, sharing her observations of local efforts to restore the environment and pursue harmony with nature.

In May, the US government quadrupled its import duties on Chinese EVs, but the question remains: is this measure sufficient for America to close the gap in the electric vehicle race? In this week’s episode, commentator and comedian Lee Camp offers his insights into the challenges hindering the development of the US EV industry.

A dark chapter in the history of Xizang, or Tibet, is still remembered. What kind of life did an overwhelming majority of local people have to endure under a near-slavery system? In this episode, CGTN reporter Mi Sutong shares the poignant stories of two serf families from the roof of the world.

Long before the Paris Olympics kicks off, groundwork for the mega sports event is already underway in the city of Yiwu in eastern China, also known as “the world’s supermarket”. In this episode, content creator Rafael Saavedra shares his travel experience in Yiwu, shedding light on how the seemingly insignificant trinkets not only influence major global events but also weave into the fabric of our day-to-day lives.

The surge in Hong Kong travelers visiting Shenzhen and numerous other mainland cities has sparked extensive discussions. In this episode, CGTN reporter Zhu Zhu offers her insights into why more Hongkongers are opting for spontaneous getaways in the mainland, as well as what this trend signifies for one of the world’s largest bay areas.

The development of renewable energies, such as solar photovoltaic (PV), in China's western regions has not only paved the way for sustainable development but has also created a new driver for export. In this episode, CGTN Radio reporter Xu Yawen sheds light on the positive transformations brought about by clean energy in Xinjiang, the pressing need for the world to intensify efforts in promoting renewable power, and the outlook for the demand and supply of green energy in the years to come.