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    What to watch during S. Korean President Lee's upcoming visit to China

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 1, 2026 54:54


    ① FM Wang Yi says China values and welcomes the South Korean president's visit. What should we watch for? (00:51) ② Dozens of countries voice support for China over its countermeasures and military drills around Taiwan. What does this say about the broader international consensus on the Taiwan question? (15:44) ③ Exclusive with Dominican President Sylvanie Burton. (27:20) ④ China ratifies the UN High Seas Treaty. What role will it play in protecting marine life beyond national borders? (34:15) ⑤ Türkiye grants visa-free entry to Chinese tourists. How will this boost tourism and people-to-people ties? (45:03)

    President Xi delivers New Year speech: Key messages for 2026

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 31, 2025 54:55


    ① President Xi Jinping delivers New Year speech. What messages stand out for the year ahead? (00:45) ② Year-end special: How will the Global Governance Initiative shape cooperation and redefine international engagement? (26:15)

    Year-end special: The deeper logic behind China's South–South cooperation

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 30, 2025 54:09


    ① China holds central rural work conference. How will China's next five-year plan advance agricultural modernization and rural prosperity? (00:48) ② The PLA carried out live-fire drills north and south of Taiwan, continuing its military exercises around the island. What do the PLA's recent drills signal about China's commitment to regional security and readiness? (15:05) ③ Year-end special: What does China–Latin America cooperation tell us about the future of South-South collaboration? (25:31)

    Year-end special: Between guardrails and gravity, the real state of China–U.S. ties

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 29, 2025 53:05


    ① PLA holds drills around Taiwan: how is China drawing a clear line against external interference? (00:45) ② Chinese FM says China will continue to make efforts to rebuild peace between Thailand and Cambodia. Why does regional stability matter so much for Asia's future? (14:09) ③ Year-end special: How should we read the signals from Beijing and Washington — and where are China–U.S. relations really heading? (26:48)

    Remilitarization, unfinished history—Is Japan pushing the region toward a dangerous crossroads?

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 26, 2025 52:07


    From feeling no regret for wartime atrocities to nuclear rhetoric and military expansion, how far will Japan's prime minister push a bellicist mindset—and who will bear the consequences?  Host Ge Anna is joined by Sultan Hali, a retired Air Force officer and author in Pakistan; Liu Kuangyu, a researcher at the Institute of Taiwan Studies, Chinese Academy of Social Sciences; and Josef Mahoney, a professor of politics and international relations at East China Normal University. 

    The US-Europe row over digital platform censorship

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 25, 2025 53:40


    ① China is urging the US to immediately stop arming Taiwan after Washington approved the sale of $11 billion of weapons to the island. What does the weapons package reveal about Washington's mindset on Taiwan-related issues? (00:55) ② The US has imposed a visa ban on five European individuals who have been at the heart of a campaign to introduce laws regulating American tech companies. What does it tell us about the cultural and political clash between the US and Europe? (14:48) ③ Ukraine has unveiled the key points of a draft US-backed proposal aimed at resolving its war with Russia. Is the proposal likely to be accepted by Moscow? (24:50) ④ A conversation with Grzegorz Kołodko, a former deputy prime minister of Poland. (35:04) ⑤ A report shows that China's Gen Zs are pursuing a free, sincere and interesting life in their own way. We take a look at some of its interesting findings. (43:07)

    Is the US ban on new foreign-made drones based on legitimate concerns?

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 24, 2025 53:12


    ① China has condemned the US action to add all foreign-made drones and key components to a list of untrusted suppliers. Can protectionism help the US boost its own drone technologies' competitiveness? (00:56) ② Japan is preparing to restart a major nuclear power plant that has been closed since the 2011 Fukushima nuclear disaster. We take a look at the safety concerns raised by this move. (13:56) ③ Israel's defense minister is engulfed in controversy after saying Israel will never fully withdraw from Gaza. What could be the consequences of a scenario like that? (24:34) ④ European countries are voicing strong support for Denmark and Greenland in the wake of renewed threat from Donald Trump to take over the autonomous territory. Why is Europe firmly rejecting any suggestion of selling the island? (33:04) ⑤ Humanoid robots have begun working at scale on CATL's factory floors. We explore how China's EV battery giants are taking automation to the next level. (42:21)

    A new milestone for China's A-share market

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 23, 2025 54:30


    ① The yearly transaction volume in China's A-share market has exceeded 400 trillion yuan ($56.9 trillion) for the first time in 2025. We explore the factors that have contributed to this milestone. (00:52) ② What has prompted China to impose temporary anti-subsidy measures on certain dairy products imported from the European Union? (12:35) ③ Donald Trump has issued a new warning to his Venezuelan counterpart, saying it would be smart for Nicolas Maduro to leave power. What could be the ultimate goal of Washington's pressure campaign against Caracas? (25:07) ④ We take a look at the perceived divergences between the recently unveiled U.S. National Defense Authorization Act and the U.S. National Security Strategy. (34:44) ⑤ China has begun reviewing a draft law on Antarctic activities and environmental protection. How would the proposed legislation regulate Antarctic activities that China is involved in? (45:39)

    How to end the Thailand-Cambodia border conflict

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 22, 2025 53:27


    ① Southeast Asian foreign ministers have gathered in Malaysia for a special meeting to discuss the border conflict between Thailand and Cambodia. What steps can be taken to de-escalate tensions and end the fighting? (00:58) ② China has issued a serious warning to Japan over a senior Japanese official's remarks that Japan should have nuclear weapons. We explore why Japan should not be allowed to obtain nuclear weapons. (13:13) ③ EU leaders have struck a deal to loan 90 billion euros to Ukraine, but failed to agree on using frozen Russian assets. What's the calculation of the bloc? (25:07) ④ China has released a new batch of public data application models to accelerate the use of government data in key sectors. How will this initiative improve digital governance in the country? (33:14) ⑤ A new generation of Chinese beverage brands is tapping into the US market. Do they stand a chance to succeed? (43:46)

    Hainan FTP in motion: Pioneering China's next-gen trade hub

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 18, 2025 54:55


    ① Hainan Free Trade Port begins special customs operations. What does this signal for China's further opening-up? (00:48) ② Russia vows peaceful solutions while asserting military initiative in Ukraine—what does this mean for the prospects of peace talks? (24:40) ③ The unemployment rate in the U.S. rose in November to a four-year high—what does this reveal about the economic struggles behind everyday Americans' livelihoods? (36:27) ④ CATL discusses Chinese battery innovation—how will it reshape the future of energy and mobility? (45:08)

    Jimmy Lai convicted—would Western states tolerate similar crimes at home?

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 17, 2025 52:56


    ① Jimmy Lai convicted—would Western states tolerate similar crimes to their own political systems? (00:45) ② From cold resources to hot growth—how did China build a booming ice-and-snow economy? (14:55) ③ Ghana's president: China is a true friend of Africa. (24:33) ④ Washington orders blockade of sanctioned oil tankers entering and leaving Venezuela—what is it aiming for? (34:16) ⑤ Arctic sees warmest year on record since 1900: report. (42:57)

    Saudi Arabia reaffirms the one-China principle during Wang Yi's visit—what message does it send?

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 16, 2025 54:55


    ① Saudi Arabia strongly reaffirms the one-China principle during Wang Yi's Middle East visit. What message does it send? (00:45) ② China denounces Japan for hyping up its regular military training. What's behind Tokyo's provocation? (11:55) ③ IMF official on China's economic outlook: what forces will shape the country's future? (27:05) ④ Far-right candidate Kast wins Chile's presidential election. What does it mean for the country and the region? (36:41) ⑤ China grants the first Level 3 autonomous driving vehicle permits. What's next? (45:08)

    China posts steady Nov growth: A signal of Central Economic Work Conference's policy path?

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 15, 2025 58:39


    ① Chinese economy keeps steady growth momentum in November — What does this indicate about the trajectory set out by the Central Economic Work Conference? (00:44) ② Newly declassified archives add evidence to Japan's wartime crimes against China — How do these records, showing Unit 731's systematic, state-organized crimes, reshape Japan's historical accountability? (12:12) ③ Australian PM flags stricter gun laws after Bondi Beach shooting — Will proposed reforms close existing loopholes? (30:27) ④ Zelenskyy offers to drop NATO bid for security guarantees but rejects US push to cede territory — What does this mean for the prospects of a negotiated settlement? (42:59) ⑤ Climate pressure on food: a growing global emergency — How urgent is the threat to global food security, and what strategies can governments and international bodies realistically implement to mitigate it? (51:04)

    New script with old logic? Decoding the 2025 U.S. National Security Strategy

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 12, 2025 54:55


    Softer rhetoric on China, but an intensified drive for economic and technological supremacy. A renewed Monroe Doctrine and a Western Hemisphere that tops America national priorities—is the 2025 U.S. National Security Strategy a real shift in American foreign policy, or just old wine in new bottles? In this episode, we explore how America's new National Security Strategy affects China-U.S. relations and what it means for Global South countries and the broader world order. Host Xu Yawen is joined by Zhao Hai, Director of International Political Studies at the National Institute for Global Strategy, Chinese Academy of Social Sciences; Wang Haolan, Research Assistant at the Asia Society Policy Institute's Center for China Analysis; Clifford Kiracofe, Washington-based author and former Senior Professional Staff Member of the U.S. Senate Committee on Foreign Relations; and George Tzogopoulos, Director of EU-China Programmes and Senior Research Fellow at the European Institute of Nice.

    Quick takeaways from China's Central Economic Work Conference

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 11, 2025 53:11


    ① The U.S. Federal Reserve has cut interest rates for a third time this year, though the decision came with a divided vote. How should the Fed balance its goals of taming inflation and supporting employment? (00:57) ② Venezuela has condemned the latest US seizure of an oil tanker as a “grave international crime.” Why is Washington escalating pressure on Caracas? (14:37) ③ China has held its annual Central Economic Work Conference to set its economic priorities for 2026. We bring you a few quick takeaways from the meeting. (24:59) ④ A conversation with Rebecca Grynspan, Secretary-General of the UN Conference on Trade and Development, on how the Global South can turn trade into financial clout. (38:42) ⑤ Mexico has approved tariffs of up to 50% on countries that don't have a free trade deal with it. What has prompted this move, especially while Mexico is negotiating with the U.S. over tariffs? (45:03)

    Australia's social media ban for kids

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 10, 2025 53:29


    ① In a “1+10” dialogue with leaders of major international economic organizations, China's premier stressed that openness and cooperation remain the most effective way to spur growth and drive innovation. What role is China playing in rejecting rising protectionism? (00:50) ② Iran and Saudi Arabia have reaffirmed their commitment to implementing a China-brokered deal to resume bilateral diplomatic ties. As the peace process for Gaza faces continued uncertainties, what's the significance of this commitment for the Middle East? (15:18) ③ Volodymyr Zelenskyy says Ukraine will be ready to hold elections if the United States and Europe guarantee security for the vote. Is that feasible? (24:57) ④ We explore why China's consumer inflation picked up while factory-gate deflation persisted in November. (33:04) ⑤ Australia has become the first nation to ban social media for kids. We explore the strong emotions that the move has stirred across the country. (43:43)

    What's at stake in German foreign minister's China visit?

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 9, 2025 54:27


    ① China's top leaders have highlighted eight areas of focus for the country's economic work in 2026. How can China's economy maintain stability while pursuing progress next year? (00:55) ② German Foreign Minister Johann Wadephul has paid a visit to China. We explore how China and Germany can expand their trade partnership and how Germany should position itself on the Taiwan question. (12:51) ③ In the first 11 months of this year, China's exports increased by 6.2% from a year earlier. How has China managed to navigate the headwinds and uncertainties in global trade? (25:22) ④ What has reignited fighting between Thailand and Cambodia along their border? (36:18) ⑤ Why has Nigeria deployed fighter jets to neighboring Benin to thwart a coup attempt in the country? (46:15)

    The significance of Hong Kong's legislative election

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 8, 2025 53:24


    ① Hong Kong has completed its election of the eighth-term Legislative Council. As the city is in a difficult period after a deadly apartment fire, what's the significance of the election? (00:54) ② The Trump administration says it aims to prevent conflict with China over the Taiwan question in a new National Security Strategy document. Is this a sign that the current US administration is more realistic in its China policy? (14:43) ③ Why are Japan's repeated moves to interfere with China's naval exercises in the East China Sea dangerous? (24:49) ④ What has made the OECD raise its 2025 forecast for China's economic growth? (35:47) ⑤ Why have downloads of Xiaohongshu surged in Taiwan after the island's DPP authorities announced restriction of the social networking app? (46:17)

    Panel: How will China-Europe ties develop after Macron's China visit?

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 5, 2025 53:41


    China and France have agreed to strengthen political trust, support each other on core interests and expand cooperation. French President Emmanuel Macron's three-day visit to China has seen Beijing and Paris pledge to work towards greater cooperation in aerospace, aeronautics, nuclear energy, and emerging areas such as green industries and AI. China and France also pledged closer collaboration on global governance, upholding the UN-centered system and promoting a more equitable global order. In this episode, we explore the dynamics of China-Europe cooperation and how the two sides should manage their ties. Host Ding Heng is joined by Professor Hans-peter Burghof, Chair of the Banking and Finance Department at the University of Hohenheim in Germany; Muhammad Ali Nasir, Professor of Economics at the University of Leeds in Britain; Liang Linlin, Director of Communication and Research with China Chamber of Commerce to the European Union.

    Japan falls from China's top 10 travel list: What “Takaichi Fallout” reveal about political costs?

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 4, 2025 52:24


    ① Xi, Macron meet and pledge cooperation on global crises and trade. How might this deepened China-France engagement influence broader China-EU relations and global multilateral coordination? (00:45) ② Japan drops out of the top 10 destinations for Chinese travelers after PM Takaichi's radical moves. What does this “Takaichi Fallout” reveal about the economic costs of political missteps in Japan? (13:31) ③Putin visits India amid Ukraine peace push. What's on the agenda? (26:28) ④ EU to launch antitrust probe into Meta over use of AI in WhatsApp. What impact will it have for tech companies? (35:57) ⑤ China Eastern launches world's longest flight route from Shanghai to Argentina. What does this milestone say about China-Latin America ties? (44:31)

    Macron in Beijing: What opportunities could China-France ties unlock?

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 3, 2025 53:27


    ① French President Emmanuel Macron is in Beijing with a large delegation of ministers and top executives: What opportunities are Paris and Beijing looking to unlock? (00:50) ② China and Russia have vowed to defend WWII outcomes and prevent a revival of fascism or Japanese militarism. What does this pledge signal about Japan's rising militarist ambitions? (10:21) ③ Russia-U.S. talks on Ukraine end without a breakthrough: What's blocking progress, and how could the deadlock shape the conflict? (24:28) ④ Chinese researchers lead in key scientific and tech breakthroughs: How can China and U.S. co-exist and collaborate to drive global science forward? (34:50) ⑤ UN warns AI could widen global inequality: What strategies are needed to prevent AI from deepening the gap? (44:51)

    Chinese car brands make a strong showing in São Paulo: What does it mean for China-Brazil ties?

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 2, 2025 54:55


    ① Russia grants visa-free entry to Chinese citizens: What does this move reveal about the deepening China-Russia partnership? (00:45) ② Chinese envoy writes to the UN chief rejecting Japan's erroneous claims on Taiwan: What does this reveal about the rising tendency of right-wing militarism in Japan? (12:31) ③ Chinese carmakers dominate São Paulo International Car Show: What does this signal about China-Brazil industrial cooperation? (23:52) ④ Does Canada's entry into the EU defense fund indicate a strategic shift away from reliance on the United States? (35:25) ⑤ What does “Zootopia 2” breaking box office records in China reveal about the potential for US-China film industry cooperation? (45:24)

    What path is Japan taking with its rapid, right-leaning push toward militarization?

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 1, 2025 53:57


    ① Japan is ramping up military expenditure — how serious are the regional implications? (00:45) ② Russia-Ukraine “peace plan”: What's the latest following Washington-Kyiv talks? (13:31) ③ China's high-tech manufacturing sector reported strong profit growth from Jan–Oct — what's driving this momentum? (26:28) ④ As tensions rise between the U.S. and Venezuela, is Washington's posture — seen by Caracas as “colonialism” — pushing the conflict toward a military showdown? (35:57) ⑤ Airbus A320 software issue: How a ‘solar attack' forced 6,000 planes to stay grounded? (44:31)

    Panel: China's space surge, from emergency launch to commercial lift-off

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 28, 2025 53:41


    China's space sector marked a landmark week—executing its first emergency crewed launch and unveiling plans for four deep-space science satellites—while its commercial space market soars toward 10 trillion yuan (about 1.4 trillion USD). What capabilities underpin this surge, and will AI-driven aerospace define the next phase of space competition? Host Ge Anna is joined by Andy Mok, Professor at Beijing Foreign Studies University; Quentin Parker, Director of Laboratory for Space Research, University of Hong Kong; Zhang Fan, Associate Professor of Astronomy Department of Beijing Normal University.

    China's approach to arms control in the new era

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 27, 2025 53:36


    ① We take a look at a new white paper on China's arms control and how it tells us about China's commitment to safeguarding world peace and security. (00:54) ② Japan's Sanae Takaichi says that, under the so-called “San Francisco Peace Treaty”, Japan is not in a position to determine or recognize the legal status of Taiwan. Why is this remark erroneous? (15:22) ③ Donald Trump has signed an executive order launching a sweeping plan to supercharge America's artificial intelligence development. We explore the ambitions and prospects of the plan. (25:47) ④ China has lodged protests with the US over its move that restricts visas for Central American officials with ties to Beijing. Should visas be turned into political leverage? (36:37) ⑤ Soldiers in Guinea-Bissau announce that they have seized power after a contested presidential election. What are the key factors behind the country's long history of political turmoil? (46:53)

    How does the future of CATL's Spain factory look like?

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 26, 2025 53:12


    ① Ahead of the International Day of Solidarity with the Palestinian People, President Xi Jinping says China firmly supports the Palestinian people. How can the international society better deliver fairness and justice to the Palestinian people? (00:55) ② China has vowed to unite compatriots on both sides of the Taiwan Strait to oppose Taiwan independence activities. What is the danger when Taiwan independence forces are emboldened by Japan's recent rhetoric and actions? (12:56) ③ China's CATL has begun building the largest battery factory in Spain. Will this project achieve a multiple-win result for different parties involved? (24:45) ④ China's ice and snow economy is likely to surpass 1 trillion yuan (about $140 billion) in 2025. What is driving the sector's growth boom? (33:43) ⑤ Argentina has unveiled a new migration office that features a police structure similar to the United States' Border Patrol. Why is President Javier Milei moving to tighten rules on immigration? (44:14)

    Xi's key messages to Trump on the Taiwan question

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 25, 2025 53:29


    ① President Xi Jinping has outlined China's principled position on the Taiwan question in a telephone call with his US counterpart Donald Trump. Why is Taiwan's return to China an integral part of the post-war international order? Why should China and the US jointly safeguard the victory of World War II? (00:52) ② We take a look at Shenzhou-22, China's first emergency mission to its Tiangong space station. (24:59) ③ What has prompted Goldman Sachs to forecast that China's economy will grow faster than expected in 2026? (34:19) ④ Sudan's Rapid Support Forces have announced what appears to be unilateral humanitarian truce in the country's civil war. Where is the conflict headed? (46:02)

    Exploring China's proposals at G20 in South Africa

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 24, 2025 53:41


    ① We explore the key proposals made by China at the G20 Summit in South Africa and how G20 could strengthen development empowerment for the Global South. (00:54) ② China says it will never permit external forces to meddle in the Taiwan region nor allow Japanese militarism to stage a comeback. Why does upholding the one-China principle and safeguarding the outcomes of World War II matter? (15:15) ③ The US and Ukraine promise to create a refined peace framework to end the conflict with Russia after an original US-backed plan faced criticism for being pro-Russian. How much progress can we expect in this regard? (25:19) ④ The US added 119,000 jobs in September in a report delayed by federal shutdown, but its unemployment rate rose. We look at the continued uncertainties facing the US economy. (34:16) ⑤ India has reopened tourist visa services for Chinese nationals across its embassies and consulates worldwide. How could this move help restore exchanges between the two countries? (44:24)

    Panel: Why is Japan playing with fire on the Taiwan question?

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 21, 2025 53:40


    China is lodging serious protests with Japan over Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi's remarks on the Taiwan question. Over the past two weeks, the remarks describing a Taiwan contingency as a survival-threatening situation for Japan have triggered strong outrage and condemnation from China and beyond. In the words of Russia's foreign ministry, Japan has not yet acknowledged its mistakes 80 years after World War II. What is fundamentally erroneous and dangerous regarding Takaichi's remarks? Host Ding Heng is joined by Professor Chen Yun from Fudan University's School of International Relations & Public Affairs; Warwick Powell, Adjunct Professor at Queensland University of Technology; Sultan Hali, a China observer and retired air force officer in Pakistan.

    How far could Takaichi's provocations push East Asia toward greater tension?

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 20, 2025 53:40


    ① Chinese premier arrives in Zambia for a landmark visit. What might their ties say about future collaboration across the Global South? (00:55) ② Japan's neighbors are raising serious concerns over Takaichi's provocations on Taiwan and territorial claims. How far could these missteps push East Asian tensions? (13:40) ③ China welcomes the Netherlands' decision to suspend its intervention at Nexperia. What's next? (23:52) ④ How will the G20 summit unfold as South Africa moves forward without U.S. participation? (34:14) ⑤ What's driving Germany to roll out its first national space security strategy? (44:08)

    Global alarm over Japan's rightward shift — What's driving the rising vigilance?

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 19, 2025 51:52


    ① Global alarm is rising over Japan's sharp rightward shift and the resurgence of militarist rhetoric. (00:45) ② Foreign investors are stepping up their presence in China's A-share market and increasing allocations to Chinese assets. What does this tell us about global confidence in China's economic fundamentals? (12:51) ③ Global debut: UAE aerobatic team fully upgrades to Chinese-made trainer jets. (25:00) ④ Trump elevates Saudi Arabia to ‘major non-NATO ally' status. How will it reshape U.S.–Middle East dynamics? (33:46) ⑤ Microsoft, NVIDIA and Anthropic announce strategic partnerships. How will this alliance redefine competition in the global AI ecosystem? (42:59)

    Japanese PM's remarks hit Japan's economy—how bad could it get?

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 18, 2025 53:24


    ① Chinese Premier Li Qiang is attending the Shanghai Cooperation Organization meeting in Moscow and deepening China-Russia cooperation—what's at stake for regional growth? (00:53) ② Japanese diplomat in Beijing as Takaichi's remarks weigh on economy—how far could the damage go? (13:12) ③ Hainan new course: What to know about the Special Customs Operation? (23:38) ④ The UN backed US's Gaza peace plan, does it genuinely advance peace, or mainly serve external powers' interests? (34:03) ⑤ Australian poll shows rising worries over US influence and trade tactics—what's driving this shift in sentiment? (43:47)

    Japan's Taiwan rhetoric: a return of far-right militarism?

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 17, 2025 54:55


    ① Does Japan's recent Taiwan rhetoric reveal a resurgence of far-right militarism? (00:49) ② China and Germany look to boost trade and investment—How will this deepen their cooperation? (24:57) ③ Moody's: US deglobalization may offset AI's boost next year. (35:16) ④ New Zealand's top court rules Uber drivers must be treated as employees, not contractors. (46:14)

    COP30: How is China stepping up and lead the Global South on climate?

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 14, 2025 54:55


    As our planet gets hotter, and disasters strike harder, world leaders gather for COP30 in Brazil's Belém. Can they turn promises into action? What's at stake this year, and how is China taking the lead in the global fight against climate change? Host Xu Yawen is joined by Wu Changhua, President of the Global Climate Academy and Chair of the Governing Council at the Asia Pacific Water Forum; Yasmin Scali, independent journalist from Brazil, specializing in international relations; David Fishman, Principal at the Lantau Group.

    Can economic ties continue to serve as the ballast of China-US relations?

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 13, 2025 53:41


    ① Meeting top executives of the National Committee on US-China Relations, China's vice premier called for efforts to promote the stable development of China-US economic ties. Can economic ties continue to serve as the ballast and propeller of China-US relations? (00:47) ② US President Donald Trump has signed a funding package, ending the longest government shutdown in the country's history. What does the shutdown tell us about the political division in Washington? (14:22) ③ Thai King Maha Vajiralongkorn is on a state visit to China. What is bringing China and Thailand closer? (25:18) ④ What has made United Nations officials sound the alarm over South Sudan's peace process? (34:44) ⑤ In Australia, the first treaty between Indigenous people and a government has been signed into law in the state of Victoria. In terms of giving Indigenous people political representation, how does the outlook across the rest of Australia look like? (45:46)

    New opportunities for private capital to fund China's major projects

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 12, 2025 53:10


    ① Spain's King Felipe VI is on a state visit to China. How can China and Spain build a more stable and dynamic strategic partnership? (00:53) ② In a phone call with his Canadian counterpart, China's foreign minister called for healthy, stable and sustainable China-Canada ties. Are we seeing the return of the ties to the right track after years of twists and turns? (14:12) ③ China has introduced new measures to boost private investment in key sectors like railways and nuclear power. What opportunities does this create for private capital? (24:47) ④ Britain has suspended its intelligence-sharing with the US regarding suspected drug trafficking vessels in the Caribbean. We explore the rising skepticism concerning the legality of the US military's campaign in the region. (34:50) ⑤ Google will invest $6.4 billion in Germany in the coming years in a push to expand its data center capacity in the country. Is Europe able to catch up in the artificial intelligence race? (45:10)

    What's alarming about Sanae Takaichi's recent Taiwan comment?

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 11, 2025 53:28


    ① China has lodged representations with Japan over its prime minister's remarks concerning Taiwan. Why is it problematic and dangerous to suggest that a military conflict over Taiwan could be a survival-threatening situation for Japan? (00:54) ② US President Donald Trump has vowed to do everything he can to help Syria, after hosting the country's interim president for a White House meeting. What's at stake in Trump's engagement with Ahmad al-Sharaa's government? (13:33) ③ China's robotics and AI industries are moving at full speed, with two major events this month putting this transformation in the spotlight. How far and fast can the country's robotics revolution go? (24:58) ④ Health officials in Gaza say more than 69,000 Palestinians have been killed in the Israel-Hamas war. We explore the continued uncertainties facing the peace plan for Gaza. (36:31) ⑤ Why has Brazil designated its port city of Belem as capital during COP30? (43:28)

    Is the US closer to ending its government shutdown?

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 10, 2025 53:19


    ① China has suspended port fees for US-linked ships and some critical mineral export curbs to the US. We explore China's strong commitment to implementing the consensus reached during the China-US trade talks in Malaysia. (00:51) ② What is behind the resilience of China's foreign trade in the first ten months of 2025? (12:38) ③ We take a look at a new white paper highlighting China's achievements in pursuing peak carbon and carbon neutrality. What is fundamentally driving China's green transitions? (24:59) ④ The US Senate has passed a deal aimed at ending the government shutdown. As it will need to clear several more hurdles, how does its prospect look like? (36:23) ⑤ How is the CIIE helping Hong Kong strengthen its role as a “super connector”? Kevin Chan from the Hong Kong Trade Development Council gives his insights. (43:29)

    Panel: Are China-South Korea ties thawing after a frozen decade?

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 7, 2025 53:40


    Chinese President Xi Jinping has visited South Korea for the first time in 11 years. He sat down with South Korean President Lee Jae-myung on the sidelines of the APEC summit in Gyeongiu. This came after years of tension after Seoul decided to host the US THAAD missile defense system in 2016. Are we witnessing a reset in China-South Korea relations? What is driving this shift, and could South Korea's approach offer a model for other U.S. allies navigating relations with China? Host Zhao Ying is joined by Rong Ying, Chair Professor at the School of International Studies at Sichuan University; Lee Pei May, Assistant Professor of Political Science at the International Islamic University Malaysia; Digby James Wren, External Relations Advisor to the Royal Academy of Cambodia.

    China expands visa-free access to spur global exchange

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 6, 2025 53:40


    ① China expands visa-free access, how will it reshape international travel and trade ties? (00:45) ② China delays Shenzhou-20's return after suspected space debris impact. What to know about the mission? (15:12) ③ Peruvian Trade Official: Peru's Growing Exports and China's Technology Are Creating a New Model of Global South Partnership. (25:54) ④ Breathing easier: How China's clean-air drive opens doors for global innovators. (35:43) ⑤ EU may expand by 2030, but blocks Ukraine over corruption concerns. (43:57)

    CIIE breaks records: How can global firms tap China's vast market?

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 5, 2025 54:40


    ① CIIE sets a new record in scale: How can global businesses tap into these opportunities while co-creating value with China? (00:47) ② High-speed deliveries, high demand: China's ‘Double 11' off to a strong start. (26:57) ③ China and the UN Promote Dialogue Among Civilizations: Insights from Ambassador Fu Cong. (31:15) ④ U.S. military pressure on Venezuela intensifies. What fallout will the region face from this escalation? (47:44)

    China-Russia ties: What deepens from here?

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 4, 2025 53:07


    ① Russian Prime Minister visits Beijing. Which areas of China-Russia cooperation will go deeper from here? (00:49) ② Germany's foreign minister called China, reaffirming the one-China principle. How can Berlin avoid “microphone diplomacy” while engaging with Beijing? (13:41) ③ Turkiye urges Israel to respect Gaza's ceasefire. Will Ankara's diplomatic push help stabilize the region? (25:43) ④ Peru breaks diplomatic relations with Mexico over asylum claim of former prime minister. What's next? (35:18) ⑤ U.S. tech giants are slashing tens of thousands of jobs—even as profits rise and AI booms. What's really driving this wave of layoffs? (41:54)

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