Synopsis
Exploring how Xi Jinping 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 China react?
- Programme: China: A New World Order
- Channel: BBC Two
- Broadcast year: 2019
- Geography | Superpowers
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