Drum Tower

The Economist

Two of The Economist's China correspondents, Alice Su and David Rennie, analyse the stories at the heart of this vast country and examine its influence beyond its borders. Read more

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05/14/2024 30:52Drum Tower: Xi’s doomed economic plan

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Drum Tower is a culture and society podcast produced by The Economist. The podcast is hosted by two of The Economist's China correspondents, David Rennie and Alice Su. The hosts analyze and talk about the factors that are reshaping China and the world at large. From technology, party politics, culture, and business, name them. The hosts and various experts discuss these topics in-depth on the podcast. Drum Tower is a news podcast by The Economist.