In recent years, China–U.S. relations have grown increasingly tense. Faced with hegemonic suppression and unreasonable pressure, China has shown unyielding resolve in defending its dignity. In particular, during the China–U.S. talks held in Alaska in March 2021, then–Politburo member and Director of the Office of the Central Commission for Foreign Affairs Yang Jiechi delivered the powerful line, “This is Not the Way to Deal with the Chinese People”, which became a moment of catharsis and pride for the nation.

How did this “diplomatic tiger” embark on his path in diplomacy? What insights has he gained after years of frontline experience? In this episode of “G-Commentary National Diplomacy”, host Vanessa Chow tells the story in full.