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The World of the Chinese

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China is playing an increasingly important role worldwide. Under President Xi Jinping, substantial investments are being made in communication and cooperation and industrious Chinese people are settling abroad in large numbers. Documentary maker and China expert Ruben Terlou visits them in the new VPRO travel series ‘The World of the Chinese’. Who are they, what do they want to achieve and what impact does their presence have on the local population?

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VPRO
Episodes & Seasons

2 Seasons • 12 Episodes

45 min per episode

Air Date Window

2021 – 2024

Premiered: 10/01/2021

Created By

Creative Production Team

Latest Aired Episode

Aired: 17/03/2024

Season 2, Episode 5: “Mongolia”

In a series of meetings with both Chinese and Mongolians, Ruben paints a worrying picture of a country that is said to be democratic. Unfortunately, China's long arm easily reaches across the border. The enormous Mongolia, which has only 3.5 million inhabitants, is wedged between communist giants Russia and China. Major international musical productions must show the world that they are different: independent and democratic. But in the meantime, under pressure from China, there is no place for anti-Chinese voices and refugees from China, fleeing oppression in neighboring Inner Mongolia, are not safe in Mongolia.

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What is The World of the Chinese about?

China is playing an increasingly important role worldwide. Under President Xi Jinping, substantial investments are being made in communication and cooperation and industrious Chinese people are settling abroad in large numbers. Documentary maker and China expert Ruben Terlou visits them in the new VPRO travel series ‘The World of the Chinese’. Who are they, what do they want to achieve and what impact does their presence have on the local population?

How many seasons does The World of the Chinese have?

The World of the Chinese comprises 2 seasons available to explore.

Who stars in The World of the Chinese?

Key cast members in The World of the Chinese include Ruben Terlou.

Who created or directed The World of the Chinese?

The World of the Chinese was developed and directed by Not specified.