Taihe Institute

16/10/2025

The Cultural Revolution represented one of the most polarizing moments in Chinese history. In this special episode of TIO Talks, we go in-depth with Li Xiaoming about his firsthand experiences and impressions during this period, and how this event shaped contemporary China.

Featuring Warwick Powell and Xiaoming LiFollow TI Observer on Substack: https://taiheinstitute.substack.com/Follow Warwick on Substack: https://warwickpowell...

18/09/2025

China's new direction depicts a surprising paradigm shift across dynamics in all spheres. What does this mean and what can we expect in the future? Check out episode 23 of TIO Talks featuring Victor Gao to learn more.

Featuring Warwick Powell and Victor GaoFollow TI Observer on Substack: https://taiheinstitute.substack.com/Follow Warwick on Substack: https://warwickpowell....

10/09/2025

Listen to Ali Borhani break down the history of Iran and its place in the contemporary Middle East in Episode 22 of TIO Talks with Warwick Powell!

Featuring Warwick Powell and Ali BorhaniFollow TI Observer on Substack: https://taiheinstitute.substack.com/Follow Warwick on Substack: https://warwickpowell...

03/09/2025

David Mahon spent 40 years of his life in China. Check out episode 21 of TIO Talks to hear his story and reflections on a life abroad.

Featuring Warwick Powell and David MahonFollow TI Observer on Substack: https://taiheinstitute.substack.com/Follow Warwick on Substack: https://warwickpowell...

27/08/2025

China is rapidly developing a new direction in light of recent developments. What does this mean? Check out episode 20 of TIO Talks featuring Yan Liang.

Featuring Warwick Powell and Yan LiangFollow TI Observer on Substack: https://taiheinstitute.substack.com/Follow Warwick on Substack: https://warwickpowell.s...

23/08/2025

Today is known as Chushu (处暑) or the End of Heat, and is the 14th of the 24 solar terms in the Chinese lunar calendar. Chushu signals the end of summer heat and the arrival of cool morning and evening breezes.

Taihe Institute wishes all its colleagues and friends a cool and enjoyable Chushu filled with good health and bountiful gains.

20/08/2025

How does the past shape the present paradigm of Malaysia and Southeast Asia? Watch episode 19 of TIO Talks featuring Peter T. C. Chang and Warwick Powell to find out!

Featuring Warwick Powell and Peter T.C. ChangFollow TI Observer on Substack: https://taiheinstitute.substack.com/Follow Warwick on Substack: https://warwickp...

13/08/2025

The UK stands at a tenative, transformative juncture. In light of changing world circumstances, shifting paradigms, and new modes of communication, where does the UK stand now and in the future? Watch episode 18 of TIO Talks featuring Ian Proud to learn more.

Featuring Warwick Powell and Ian ProudFollow Ian on Substack: https://thepeacemonger.substack.com/Get Ian's Book: https://www.amazon.com/Misfit-Moscow-Britis...

07/08/2025

Today we welcome Liqiu (立秋), which heralds the start of Autumn and is the 13th of the 24 solar terms in the Chinese lunar calendar. Liqiu represents the time when hot days reach their peak and temperatures begin to cool, and a busy harvest time for farmers.

Taihe Institute wishes its colleagues and friends an enjoyable Liqiu and a bountiful harvest.

06/08/2025

The world is at a crossroads. How will the contours of trade shift and evolve with the new normal, what does the future entail, and can a consensus be reached? Watch episode 17 of TIO Talks featuring Felicity Deane to find out.

Featuring Warwick Powell and Felicity DeaneRead Felicity's works on The Conversation: https://theconversation.com/profiles/felicity-deane-271855/articlesFoll...

30/07/2025

The Philippines represents a diverse mixture of cultures and identities held together within a unique framework. How does this framing and its history affect the present day? Check out the new episode of TIO talks to learn more.

Featuring Warwick Powell and Anna Malindog-UyFollow TI Observer on Substack: https://taiheinstitute.substack.com/Follow Warwick on Substack: https://warwickp...

24/07/2025

Sven Biscop, Professor of Ghent University and Senior Researcher of the Egmont Royal Institute for International Relations, visited Taihe Institute (TI) and exchanged opinions on China-US-EU relations with TI Senior Fellows Sun Yongfu and Wang Yiwei, and TI Editor-in-Chief Song Xiaofeng.