Round Table China
Episodes
Game changer? Bio-filter tackles micoplastics
13 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Microplastics pose a significant threat to our environment. However, Chinese scientists have developed an intriguing biodegradable sponge to address t...
Home swapping: China's hot travel trend!
12 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
House swapping is gaining popularity in China as a cost-effective and sustainable travel option, particularly among younger generations. By exchanging...
Light 'em up! It's Lantern Festival time!
12 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
This February 12, the Lantern Festival illuminates the sky as the Spring Festival comes to an end! We explore the legends surrounding the origins of t...
Fridge Magnets: A cultural collectible craze!
11 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Fridge magnets are stealing the spotlight as the top souvenir choice these days! From museums to scenic spots, they have officially surpassed items su...
Asian Winter Games: Boosting tourism, shaping futures!
11 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
The Asian Winter Games in Harbin, the capital of Northeast China's Heilongjiang Province, have drawn a considerable number of sports enthusiasts to th...
C-stores still expanding, despite slowdown
10 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In 2024, China's convenience stores experienced significant growth; however, as we look at 2025, a survey indicates that some business owners are reco...
Asian Winter Games goes fully green!
10 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
At the intersection of performance and sustainability, the 9th Asian Winter Games is more than just a sporting event—it's an experiment in green inn...
Gold rush: Young people embrace jewelry!
07 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
With gold prices at an all-time high, why are younger generations in China still investing in gold jewelry? Is it a combination of tradition, a safe i...
Harbin welcomes Asian Winter Games
07 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
The stage is set for an unforgettable winter sports experience, as Harbin hosts the 2025 Asian Winter Games. The stakes are high, with 1,275 athletes ...
The mega impact of micro dramas
06 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
What if a series of three-minute micro-dramas could transform an entire industry? China's 'Micro Drama Plus' plan aims to achieve just that. But can u...
DeepSeek: AI's paradigm shift has arrived!
06 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
We go deep on DeepSeek, the Chinese startup that has made a significant breakthrough in artificial intelligence, sending shockwaves throughout the ind...
Getting over the post-Spring Festival blues
05 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
First day back at work, and your brain's still in holiday mode—slow, fuzzy, and definitely unprepared for spreadsheets. This is what we call Post-Ho...
Spring Festival spending highlights!
05 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
As we conclude our holidays and return to the office, we take an economic temperature check to assess how things went during the Spring Festival. From...
Makin' it in China: A French basketball mentor
04 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
For 16 years, Patrick Regulier has made China his home, initially as a basketball player and now as a mentor. Today, he plays a pivotal role in shapin...
CNY Special: Homecoming
04 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Whether it's the comforting aroma of homemade dumplings or the vibrant red lanterns illuminating the streets, Chinese New Year is more than just a hol...
Makin' it in China: French BMX coach
03 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Here's the story of Frederic Moal, a French BMX coach who has found his second home in China. Affectionately known by his riders as Laofa, or the "Fre...
CNY Special: Spring Festival spending spree!
03 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome to the Chinese New Year edition of Round Table! In this edition, we explore a specific aspect of the economy during the holiday season: Spring...
Makin' it in China: A Tajik entrepreneur
31 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Farrukh Pirumshoev is a young Tajik entrepreneur based in the northwestern Chinese city of Xi'an, specializing in the international trade of automobil...
CNY Special: Expats celebrate in China
31 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Today, we will explore how Chinese people celebrate the New Year and how international friends perceive these rich traditions. Additionally, we have t...