Chongqing—The first all-English international broadcast program in Chongqing, the 84th episode of "Let's Meet," titled “The Journey of Neil Mccoy-Ward in Chongqing: Breaking Stereotypes of Western Media,” will air on domestic and international media on February 26. It is jointly produced by the Western China International Communication Organization and Chongqing Satellite TV.

About Neil McCoy-Ward

Neil McCoy-Ward is a seasoned financial analyst from the UK, currently residing on the Isle of Man. He has nearly 500,000 followers on YouTube, where his videos cover a wide range of topics, including economics, investment, finance, geopolitical news, and in-depth insights on quality of life, living standards, safety, and taxation. Additionally, Neil frequently shares his experiences traveling around the world, providing viewers with diverse perspectives. In this episode, Neil visits Chongqing for the first time, strolling through the mountainous city and personally experiencing its unique scenery and cultural features, which left a deep impression on him.

Neil & Alex Walk and Talk

Neil and Alex took a city walk in a park in Chongqing, where they were impressed by the cleanliness and tidiness of the area. Neil admitted that, influenced by Western media, he had previously held some misconceptions about China, motivating him to see the real China for himself. While Western media often reports that Chinese people have a poor attitude towards Westerners, Neil and his wife found their experiences in Chongqing to be completely different. They felt the friendliness and kindness of the locals, which significantly changed their perception of China. Neil also remarked that people living in Chongqing are very fortunate, as the city is not only safe but also vibrant, blending futuristic elements with ancient ones, and the collision of tradition and modernity was refreshing and unlike anywhere he had been before.

Neil's Journey in Chongqing

During his trip to Chongqing, Neil visited several iconic landmarks, including the World Financial Center, Laojun Cave, Binjiang Park, and Chaotianmen Dock. He immersed himself in the perfect combination of Chongqing's prosperity and tradition and expressed great interest in China's convenient mobile payment system, praising its ease of use when shopping. Neil stated that this trip completely changed his views on China, breaking the false narratives and stereotypes perpetuated by Western media for a long time.

Neil's Comments on the TikTok Incident

In the program, Neil also discussed the recent banning of TikTok in the U.S. with Alex. He believes this is a manifestation of America's attempt to control and monopolize media companies. He pointed out that this approach is very similar to oil companies limiting the development of new energy vehicles. Just as oil giants suppress new energy technologies to maintain their market dominance, the U.S. attempts to consolidate its control by cracking down on social media platforms like TikTok.

Netizen Reactions to Neil's Journey in Chongqing

Neil shared his travel experiences in Chongqing on social media, sparking widespread attention and discussion. Many netizens agreed with his observations and shared their own experiences to counter the biases of Western media toward China. One netizen commented, "Chinese people are wonderful; we need to see things for ourselves."

"Let's Meet" airs every Wednesday and Saturday at 6 PM on Chongqing Satellite TV. It is also simultaneously released on the Let's Meet official WeChat Channels, Bridging News app, iChongqing website, Facebook and YouTube channel, WCICO's global communication matrix platform, and Chongqing Satellite TV's new media matrix.