Stephen Orlins at CDF2025: Breaking barriers, forging synergy

At the 25th anniversary of the China Development Forum 2025, Chinese Premier Li Qiang ignited a visionary blueprint. From Beijing's policy labs to Wall Street's boardrooms, this isn't just a dialogue – it's decoding the future of economic statecraft. In a quick, high-stakes exchange, CGTN's Wang Guan talks to Stephen Orlins, president of the National Committee on U.S.–China Relations, with a razor-sharp question on how China's economic recalibration reshapes U.S.-China dynamics. Orlins' verdict? Premier Li's speech talked about bold moves of boosting Chinese spending to shrink trade surpluses. This could unlock a historic reset – more U.S. exports to China, fewer deficits, and a pragmatic path to stabilize global growth.