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① China and Indonesia have held the first meeting of a Joint Foreign and Defense Ministerial Dialogue. How can the two sides push bilateral ties to higher level? (00:54)
② China rolls out guidelines on upgrading its pilot free trade zones. What does it tell us about the country’s move to further open up itself? (12:50)
③ Dozens of leading US economists have signed a public declaration warning that President Donald Trump’s use of tariffs could trigger a self-inflicted recession. We take a look at some of the letter’s key points and why economists are worried. (25:13)
④ In the US, Harvard University is suing the Trump administration in order to prevent the federal government from freezing over $2 billion in grants. Is the autonomy that the Supreme Court has long granted American universities under threat? (36:20)
⑤ We explore why China has added 29 new majors to the country’s undergraduate university education system. (46:23)
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① In response to reports that Washington plans to put pressure on other countries to restrict trade with China in exchange for exemptions to US tariffs, China has called on countries not to appease the US. What could be the consequences of appeasing the Trump administration in trade? (00:53)
② US Vice President JD Vance is in India for a four-day visit. We explore whether India can reach a trade deal with the Trump administration and more in bilateral relations. (13:34)
③ Russia and Ukraine are blaming each other for breaking an Easter ceasefire. How realistic is the prospect of a peace agreement in the near future? (24:49)
④ Iran has called its latest talks with the US on a potential nuclear deal useful. How likely will the two sides reach a deal? (33:55)
⑤ What has enabled China to host the world’s first humanoid robot half-marathon? (41:49)
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Chinese President Xi Jinping completed a landmark state visit to three key Southeast Asian nations — Vietnam, Malaysia, and Cambodia. The trip came at a time of rising global trade tensions, with Washington’s tariff threats casting a shadow over the world economy.
What does this trip reveal about China’s evolving role in the region? And why is it drawing global attention right now?
Host Ge Anna is joined by Dr. Lee Pei May, Assistant Professor of Political Science at the International Islamic University Malaysia; Herman Laurel, Founder of the "Philippine BRICS Strategic Studies" Group, a think tank focusing on the Philippines in global affairs; Prof. Song Qingrun, from the School of Asian Studies at Beijing Foreign Studies University.
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① Chinese President Xi Jinping is on a two-day state visit to Cambodia. How significant is the trip? (00:42)
② California has become the first US state to sue Donald Trump over tariffs. What could come next? (24:59)
③ The 137th China Import and Export Fair is underway in Guangzhou. How is it promoting global trade at a time when multilateralism is under threat? (33:51)
④ Irish diplomat: Irish products looking for more opportunities in the Chinese market (41:49)
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①Chinese President Xi Jinping urges joint efforts to build a high-level strategic China-Malaysia community with a shared future. (00:38)
②China's economy grew 5.4 percent in the first quarter. What's driving the momentum, and is it sustainable? (25:00)
③As global consumers boycott American goods, could this deliver a major blow to the US economy? (35:11)
④Sudan's paramilitary force has declared the formation of a rival government. (43:46)
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①Chinese President Xi Jinping has wrapped up a state visit to Vietnam. What was achieved, and what message does it send regionally and globally? (00:42)
②Swiss diplomat: Hainan Expo a platform for Swiss companies to connect with Chinese consumers (24:57)
③China's exports of new-energy vehicles jumped nearly 44% in the first quarter. (35:07)
④The Trump administration is freezing more than $2 billion in federal funds for Harvard University. What are the real intentions behind this move? (45:36)
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①On a visit to Vietnam, Chinese President Xi Jinping urges deeper cooperation between the two countries in building a community with a shared future. (00:48)
②China's foreign trade started steady in the first quarter. What’s driving this resilience amid external uncertainties? (13:28)
③Donald Trump suggests tariff exemptions for smartphones and other tech products imported from China are just temporary. What's behind the back-and-forth in Washington's trade policy? (24:33)
④The fifth China International Consumer Products Expo in underway in Hainan. What are the highlights? (31:25)
⑤German experts slash growth outlook amid Trump tariffs. (42:07)
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US President Donald Trump’s sweeping tariffs and tariff threats are inflicting significant disruptions on international trade. Allianz Global Investors has warned that Trump’s ‘liberation day’ announcement will shave at least 1% off global economic output.
China is the central target of Trump’s tariff war. Faced with US tariffs, China is sending a message that it stands firm against bullying practices, and that it remains a strong supporter of globalization.
Amid turbulence caused by Trump’s trade war, to what extent can China maintain stability in global trade? Host Ding Heng is joined by Peter Chang, Former Deputy Director of University of Malaya’s Institute of China Studies and Research Associate of Malaysia-China Friendship Association; Frank Liu, Associate Professor at the Business School, University of Western Australia; Einar Tangen, Senior Fellow of Taihe Institute.
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① China says it does not want a trade war, but it’s not afraid of fighting one. (00:42)
② China to forge closer trade ties with neighbors. (24:36)
③ China's deflationary pressure is showing signs of easing, as consumer prices fell at a slower pace last month. (34:43)
④ South Korea's presidential front-runner Lee Jae-myung enters leadership race. (43:28)
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① Willing to talk, ready to hit back: China slaps 84% tariffs on U.S. goods in face of escalating economic coercion. (00:48)
② Beijing and Brussels stand together in defense of free and open trade. (22:53)
③ Trust in America is faltering. A new survey shows a sharp jump in the number of Britons who believe the U.S. is using its global power for bad. (32:47)
④ China moves swiftly to stabilize markets amid global financial turbulence. (42:34)
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① China is confident to fight till the end against the new tariff threat. (00:48)
② Netanyahu discusses Gaza and tariffs with Trump at the White House. (24:53)
③Egypt, Jordan, France call for immediate ceasefire in Gaza, reject displacement of Palestinians. (35:16)
④ Global manufacturing PMI edges down in March on weak data from Americas. (43:35)
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① China states its position on opposing U.S. abuse of tariffs. (00:42)
② EU seeks unity in first strike back at U.S. tariffs, targeting $28 billion of American imports. (15:03)
③ South Korea is expected to hold a snap election on June 3rd. (26:03)
④ Ukraine’s president hits U.S. embassy over “surprisingly disappointing” response to Russian strike. (36:45)
⑤ New consumption frontiers energize China's market during the Qingming Festival holiday. (47:06)
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US President Donald Trump has announced sweeping new tariffs against trade partners.
The tariffs will apply to about 60 countries, marking the biggest shake-up of global trade norms since World War II.
Trump argued that punitive steps would bring industry and jobs back to the United States.
Can these tariffs really deliver the economic boost Trump promises, or will they end up hurting American businesses and consumers? Could this lead to a global trade war? And could this mark a turning point in the US role in the global economy?
Host Zhao Ying is joined by Zhou Mi, Senior Research Fellow with Chinese Academy of International Trade and Economic Cooperation; Lee Pei May, Assistant Professor of Political Science at the International Islamic University Malaysia; Josef Gregory Mahoney, Professor of Politics and International Relations at East China Normal University.
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① China has voiced strong opposition to Washington’s so-called reciprocal tariffs, vowing to take countermeasures. Will Donald Trump’s new tariffs fundamentally reshape trade relations between China and the US? (00:51)
② Israel has announced a major expansion of its military operation in Gaza. Will this work in pressuring the Hamas to release more hostages? (25:02)
③ More than a year after a door plug blowout incident took place on a 737 MAX-9 plane, Boeing CEO has attended a US Senate hearing on the incident and how the company is addressing its safe issues. Will Boeing ever revive its reputation? (34:46)
④ How is an American influencer’s China trip challenging misconceptions of the country? (44:35)
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① Meeting with China’s foreign minister in the Kremlin, Russian President Vladimir Putin called on Beijing and Moscow to enhance strategic cooperation. Will China and Russia jointly deliver more stability to a turbulent world? (00:53)
② How could the new tariffs being imposed by US President Donald Trump erode consumer and business confidence? (13:26)
③ The US is sending more warplanes to reinforce its military capability in the Middle East, as its tensions with Iran build. Does Trump mean it when he threatens Iran with bombing? (24:41)
④ Denmark’s prime minister is visiting Greenland amid mounting pressure from Trump to control the island. What’s at stake in her trip? (34:56)
⑤ What’s behind the skyrocketing rice prices in Japan? (44:00)
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① China’s military has launched combined drills around Taiwan in a warning to separatist forces on the island. Why are the drills a legitimate and necessary action? (00:54)
② China’s foreign minister is on a three-day visit to Russia for strategic talks. Why is “friends forever, never enemies” a solid basis for ties between Beijing and Moscow? (14:34)
③ Tuesday marks the 75th anniversary of China-India diplomatic ties. We explore why bilateral ties are at a critical stage. (24:49)
④ US President Donald Trump is expected to announce new tariffs later this week. How has this expectation alone affected market sentiment? (35:17)
⑤ French far-right leader Marine Le Pen may be facing the end of her presidential ambitions, at least for now. We take a look at a court ruling convicting Le Pen of embezzlement and what impact it might have on French politics. (45:23)
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① In March, China’s manufacturing activity expanded at its fastest pace in one year. We explore the factors that contributed to this expansion. (00:47)
② China, Japan and South Korea have held their first ministerial economic dialogue in five years, agreeing to boost trade cooperation. Will the three sides ever reach a trilateral free trade agreement? (14:06)
③ The 1945 Battle of Iwo Jima between the US and Japan was one of the bloodiest battles in the Pacific theater of the Second World War, but US Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth has praised the Japanese who fought in the battle. How dangerous is his behavior? (25:00)
④ China has issued its first operation certificates for autonomous passenger drones. What does this move say about China's development of the low-altitude economy? (32:54)
⑤ We take a look at the annual Zhongguancun Forum held in Beijing and the opportunities for global science and tech cooperation available at the event. (43:56)
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Chinese President Xi Jinping has met representatives from the international business community in Beijing. Over the past week, heads of some 80 multinationals including Siemens, Apple, Samsung and Pfizer have flocked to China to seek new cooperation opportunities, with nearly 30 U.S. companies—more than any other foreign country—represented at the China Development Forum. Why are these firms still betting big on the Chinese market?
Host Ge Anna joins Ann Lee, Expert of China US economic relations and the author of the book "What the U.S. Can Learn from China"; Haolan Wang, Research Assistant at the Asia Society Policy Institute’s Center for China Analysis; Dr. John Gong, Professor with University of International Business and Economics.
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①US President Donald Trump has announced 25% tariffs on car imports. What does it mean for US car makers and consumers? (00:48)
②The EU has rejected Russia's ceasefire demand for sanctions relief. Does this add more uncertainty to the fragile Black Sea truce? (13:35)
③Participants discuss AI ethics at Boao Forum. (24:31)
④Zhongguancun Forum opens in Beijing to explore tech innovations. (32:40)
⑤Jamaica has rebuffed a push by US Secretary of State Macro Rubio against a program that brings in Cuban doctors. We take a closer at the Cuban medical missions and their role in Caribbean healthcare. (42:22)
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①Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi has held strategic dialogue with his Portuguese counterpart. What issues have they discussed? (00:40)
②Russia and Ukraine have agreed to a Black Sea ceasefire, but uncertainties remain. Can it pave the way for a broader peace deal? (12:28)
③Chinese mainland spokesperson has responds to TSMC's US investment push, slamming the DPP of "ruining Taiwan." (25:00)
④Indonesia will join the BRICS' New Development Bank. What's behind the decision? (33:11)
⑤BYD outpaces Tesla with annual sales of more than $100 billion. (43:10)
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