The Pacific Century

Pacific Century: Beijing Diary

A discussion with Eunice Yoon, Beijing Bureau Chief, CNBC.

The Pacific Century•May 5, 2021
Pacific Century: Beijing Diary

Misha and John are joined by Eunice Yoon, the Beijing bureau chief for CNBC. They discuss China’s view of Biden and the US, whether the Chinese economy is as strong as touted, Xi Jinping, Belt and Road, and the AI race.  Eunice also talks about how she wound up in Beijing, whether she’s surveilled by the police, and why she’s such a fan of cars.

Cast

Eunice Yoon

Eunice Yoon

Michael Auslin

Michael Auslin

John Yoo

John Yoo

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