Trailer: Drum Tower

“China is more influential today than at any point in modern history. Its economy drives global growth, its technology shapes industries everywhere, and under Xi Jinping, an increasingly confident China is challenging the established world order.”

“But behind that rise lies a country in the throes of social change, with a slowing economy, an aging population, and widening inequality. Understanding the rhythms of life in China has never been as important.”

“I am currently sitting in Yihang's flying taxi, which is about to take off. I am slightly nervous. I'm Sarah Wu, the Economist China correspondent, based in the capital of Beijing after years in Taipei and Hong Kong.”

“From the party's agenda to advances in AI. I've seen what's happened over the past 20 years, and I think China still has the ability to surprise us on this front.”