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China’s warning against Japanese militarism at Shangri-La Dialogue
① Why has the Chinese delegation warned against attempts to revive Japanese militarism at the Shangri-La Dialogue in Singapore? (00:54) ② China will adopt a new regulation on outbound investment. Can the country strike a balance between fending off risks to national security and encouraging normal outbound investment? (14:39) ③ How concerning is Israel’s military expansion into Lebanon? (25:27) ④ US inflation has surged to its highest level in three years, driven largely by soaring energy prices amid Middle East conflict. What could this mean for the Fed’s first policy meeting under Kevin Warsh? (35:40) ⑤ China’s Innovent Biologics and US pharma giant Pfizer have agreed to a giant licen...
Panel: Mounting challenges for international peacekeeping missions
International peacekeeping missions are in peril due to global geopolitical deadlock, funding issues and declining personnel numbers, according to a recent report by the Stockholm International Peace Research Institute. Just under 79,000 personnel were deployed in international peacekeeping missions at the end of last year, its lowest level in 25 years. The study says missions managed by the United Nations have been affected most seriously. What could be the consequences of a significant weakening of multilateral conflict management? Can this trend be reversed? Host Ding Heng is joined by Dr. Wen Jing, Research Fellow at Center for International Security and Strategy, Tsinghua...
Why do German leaders and businesses visit China amid EU's “de-risking” efforts?
① Why are Germany's economy and energy minister and business representatives visiting Beijing while the EU is “de-risking” from China? (00:41) ② A global partnership to fight poverty has been launched in Beijing. Why is it important? (13:25) ③ China warns Quad countries against "bloc confrontation." How will the bloc harm regional peace? (26:31) ④ Norway is set to join a nuclear deterrence initiative led by France. Why are NATO countries coming under France's nuclear umbrella? (37:38) ⑤ China releases new measures to curb fatigued driving. How will the new rules affect drivers? (47:19)
Chinese FM calls for more int'l support for UN Charter. Why is it important now?
① The Chinese FM calls for more international support for the UN Charter. Why is the message important now? (00:44) ② Japanese parliament passes a bill to establish a national intelligence council. What's the danger of it? (14:02) ③ Southern China power demand hits record high ahead of summer peak. How to respond to it? (25:33) ④ Unitree Robotics is gearing up for IPO. What makes the listing important? (34:40) ⑤ NASA unveils Moon Base plan for sustained human presence on lunar surface. What do we need to know about the plan? (43:15)
China and Serbia pledge deeper cooperation. What to expect?
① China and Serbia pledge deeper strategic cooperation and stronger bilateral ties. What to expect? (00:44) ② China doubles relending for tech innovation and equipment upgrades. How effective are the financial tools? (14:23) ③ China makes an important step for 6G development. How close are we to the 6G era? (25:32) ④ U.S. President Donald Trump pushes the expansion of Abraham Accords alongside Iran talks. Why? (35:36) ⑤ The World Health Organization warns over rapid Ebola spread. How to respond to the outbreak? (43:14)
What will Huawei's chip breakthrough bring to future products?
① Pakistani Prime Minister is in Beijing for an official visit. What's next for China-Pakistan relations? (00:46) ② China's Shenzhou-23 astronauts enter the Tiangong space station. What can we expect from this mission? (13:23) ③ White House says preliminary deal has been reached to end US-Iran conflict. Will tensions really ease this time? (23:59) ④ Warsh takes the Fed's helm as inflation climbs and consumer sentiment dives. Will that mark a shift for the US economy? (31:09) ⑤ Huawei reveals chip design breakthrough. What impact will it bring to the future products? (43:08)
Panel: What to expect as China-Russia ties reach new heights?
Russian President Vladimir Putin has wrapped up his 25th official visit to China, four days after U.S. President Donald Trump finished his trip to Beijing. What can we expect from China-Russia relations in the years ahead? And what could Beijing’s interactions with Trump and Putin mean for the future of the world? Host Dou Hongyu is joined by Qin Qian with East China University of Political Science and Law, Associate Professor Wang Xinsong at the School of Government of Beijing Normal University, and Adjunct Professor Warwick Powell at the Queensland University of Technology, to answer these questions.
High-quality growth: Xizang targets 7% GDP, which sectors lead?
① Xizang targets 7% GDP growth in 2026, well above national average. Which sectors will lead this highland growth?(00:50) ② China wins 90% of global VLCC orders. How does China maintain this shipbuilding edge?(13:30) ③ Cuban president calls US charges against Raul Castro politically motivated. What’s Washington’s real aim?(25:00) ④ Netanyahu says Israel now controls roughly 60% of the Gaza Strip despite truce. What does the future hold for Gaza?(34:10) ⑤ Germany unveils high-tech roadmaps to enhance competitiveness. Can Germany still catch up globally?(44:55)
Depth and breadth of China-Russia ties
① Xi calls for higher-quality China-Russia strategic coordination. What does this say about the depth and breadth of ties?(00:45) ② Beijing and Washington reach preliminary trade outcomes. What new signals does this send?(14:45) ③ Taiwan Affairs Office slams Lai Ching-te as "disruptor of peace" and "creator of crises" following May 20 speech(25:10) ④ Local governments in China race to build "token factories." What trend does this reflect?(33:55) ⑤ Tesla abandons plans to build an EV factory in India. Why?(43:30)
Putin: Russia-China ties at unprecedented level. What’s next?
① Putin says Russia-China ties have reached a truly unprecedented level. What’s next? (00:55) ② The WHA rejects a proposal concerning Taiwan for the 10th year in a row. What does this reaffirm about the one-China principle? (13:55) ③ Chinese tech firms are driving a new IPO boom on the Hong Kong Stock Exchange. What does this signal for Hong Kong’s new growth cycle? (24:00) ④ Argentina and China discuss currency swap extension despite U.S. pressure. How is Latin America diversifying its financial anchors? (34:30) ⑤ China further optimizes departure tax refund measures. How will this boost inbound consumption momentum? (43:00)
Putin to visit China following Trump’s visit: What’s the timing about?
① Xi, Putin mark 10th China-Russia expo ahead of Putin’s China visit. (00:45) ② What does the Trump–Netanyahu call signal about the risk of renewed conflict with Iran? (14:00) ③ China's economy maintains steady growth in first four months. Are Western media warnings about weakening justified? (25:30) ④ China's top market regulator unveils 34 priorities to back up private sector growth. What impact will they have? (33:50) ⑤ China's 2026 box office tops 14.4 billion yuan. What drives the strong growth? (44:00)
Panel: Trump's historic Beijing visit-Where will China-U.S. ties go?
U.S. President Donald Trump has paid a state visit to China, the first by an American president in nearly nine years. What are the biggest takeaways from this closely watched visit? How should we understand the new vision for China-U.S. relations? And how could it shape the future of the world order? Host Dou Hongyu is joined by Muhammad Ali Nasir, Professor of Economics at the University of Leeds; Zoon Ahmed Khan, Research Fellow at Center for China and Globalization; Li Lun, Assistant Professor of Economics at Peking University; and Chen Weihua, China Daily Former Chief Washington correspondent...