About this season
Examining the controversial presidency of Xi Jinping and how he is reshaping the world order.
Episodes (3)
1. Episode 1
Aired 29 August 2019 • 60 min
The story of Xi Jinping's controversial six-year rule, and how he set about transforming China into a controlled state where loyalty to the Communist Party appears to be valued above everything else.
2. Episode 2
Aired 5 September 2019 • 60 min
Exploring how Xi has made China a more assertive presence on the world stage. As Xi faces his greatest test yet - a confrontation in Hong Kong - how will the newly resurgent China react?
3. Episode 3
Aired 12 September 2019 • 60 min
This third film explores the growing tension over allegations that the Chinese state has engaged in large-scale industrial espionage and hacking to steal the West's business secrets.