People from the Global South are keenly watching the 20th National Congress of the Communist Party of China. In this edition of The Point, Liu Xin speaks to Dr. Paul Tembe from South Africa who believes that China can serve as a governance model for his nation and many others. The host also sat down with a long time China observer, Prof. Colin Mackerras, a Sinologist who specializes in Chinese culture, ethnic groups and China's evolving image in the world. He was mentioned as a bridge-builder during President Xi Jinping's address to the Australian parliament in 2014. What kept him going through all the ups and downs in the bilateral ties between the two nations? What does he make of the 20th CPC National Congress and its key messages?