Yan Liang
Economics professor at Willamette University and China specialist who authored the paper 'China's Evolving Role in Africa: Banker, Debt Collector and Rescuer', providing expertise on Chinese development finance, trade, and debt dynamics in Africa.
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Mar 26, 2026 • 41min
China's Economic Relationship With Africa Is Entering a New Phase
Yan Liang, economics professor and China specialist, offers a concise take on shifting China-Africa finance. She outlines changing Chinese lending patterns, rising debt repayments, and the spread of RMB financing. The conversation highlights persistent trade imbalances, limits to African industrialization, and what to watch ahead of major diplomatic meetings.
Feb 18, 2026 • 54min
Robots ignite a post-gala sales frenzy
Yan Liang, economics professor exploring space economy policy; Chu Qiang, aerospace professor on commercial launch growth; Aina Tengen, fellow tracking Spring Festival consumption and AI shopping; Dr. Zhou Mi, research fellow on robotics breakthroughs. They discuss a Gala robot performance sparking mass demand. They cover robotics technical leaps, consumer adoption hurdles, holiday spending and AI shopping trends, and rapid commercial space expansion.
Dec 8, 2025 • 53min
The significance of Hong Kong’s legislative election
In a thought-provoking discussion, guests dive into the recent Hong Kong legislative election aftermath, with Bai Xianyue highlighting the need for systemic reforms following a tragic fire. Shen Ding-li offers insights on U.S.-China relations and the implications of the U.S. National Security Strategy regarding Taiwan. Rong Ying warns of rising tensions in the East China Sea due to Japan's military maneuvers. Yan Liang examines China's robust growth outlook, crediting fiscal policies and a digital economy boost, while unpacking surprising trends like the rise of Xiaohongshu downloads in Taiwan.
