Enhancing connectivity is expected to top the agenda at the upcoming China-Central Asia Summit, which will take place in Xian on Thursday and Friday. It’s also the first such event that gathers leaders from China and all five Central Asian countries in person. Why is it important for China to host this summit? Why is connectivity so vital for Central Asian countries? What role is China playing here? We spoke with CGTN reporter Zhao Yunfei to find out.