Areas of discussion will include:  

Civilisational nature vs state nurture:
How much of modern-day Chinese culture is an organic byproduct of civilisation? How much is an extension of deliberate statecraft?

The Central government’s role in the preservation, innovation, and propagation of culture:
With 2025 marking the eighth year since the official endorsement of culture by the central government, how has the authority’s focus affected the creation and preservation of its arts and heritage? What can it do for the future of cultural creation and export on the international stage?

China’s soft power playbook:
How do cultural narratives shape and inform China’s geopolitical strategy today?