This podcast episode delves into the multifaceted nature of China's global ambitions and domestic political landscape. It explores China's role as a revisionist power selectively challenging aspects of the world order while maintaining its position in others. The episode also examines the complex relationship between Marxism and postmodernity within the Chinese Communist Party. Through discussions on historical events, influential thinkers, and cultural phenomena, the podcast highlights China's efforts to reconcile its traditional values with modern ideologies, its navigation of the tension between its imperial and nation-state identities, and the unique sociological factors shaping its development.
