Afleveringen
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① Delegations of Russia and Ukraine meet in Istanbul for peace talks. President Vladimir Putin is not on Russia’s list of negotiators. What could be the thorny issues on the negotiating table? (00:54)
② Iran has signaled willingness to accept far-reaching curbs on its nuclear program in exchange for sanctions relief. What could this message bring to the Iran-US nuclear talks? (12:56)
③ Australia’s prime minister is in Indonesia as part of his first international visit since re-election. Why is Jakarta one of the priorities of Canberra’s foreign policy? (24:28)
④ There is a temporary cooling of trade tensions between the US and the EU, but key questions remain. We talk to a German professor on if the two sides could resolve their disputes. (35:53)
⑤ We look at China’s latest move to cut the portion of deposits commercial banks must hold in reserves and how much fresh liquidity it will inject into markets. (43:20)
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① President Xi Jinping and his Brazilian counterpart Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva have reaffirmed their commitment to upholding multilateralism and building a stronger China-Brazil Community with a Shared Future. How should we characterize China-Brazil cooperation? (00:54)
② Sri Lankan analyst: the Belt and Road Initiative is a strategic stabilizer amid global trade turbulence. (11:54)
③ We explore how medium-to-long-term pressure on the US economy is mounting despite its seemingly low inflation in April. (24:53)
④ US President Donald Trump has announced plans to lift sanctions on Syria. Is this a significant win for the Syrian government led by Ahmed al-Sharaa? (36:25)
⑤ China has slammed its Taiwan region’s leader for calling for a so-called “non-red supply chain” for global semiconductors that excludes the mainland. What could be the consequences if Taiwan’s DPP authorities continue to bow to and flatter Washington? (45:38)
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① Addressing a China-CELAC Forum in Beijing, President Xi Jinping called on China and Latin America to further align their development strategies and jointly safeguard a multilateral trading system. How can the two sides elevate their cooperation to a new level? (00:50)
② We take a look at China’s first white paper on national security and why China’s national security in the new era promotes high-quality development. (16:12)
③ What’s behind the robust growth in China’s auto sector, especially EV production and sales, in this year’s first four months? (24:51)
④ US President Donald Trump is in the Middle East to strengthen economic and trade ties with the Gulf States. Will he achieve his goals during this trip? (35:57)
⑤ In Turkiye, the Kurdistan Workers Party militant group has announced that it will end its armed struggle. What has prompted the PKK to make this decision? (45:04)
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① Following a high-level meeting in Geneva, China and the US announced tariff modification measures to ease their trade tensions. What does this breakthrough mean to the two sides? (00:49)
② Earl Bousquet: China’s global initiatives appeal to CELAC as a break from US doctrines. (11:23)
③ What has driven China’s bumper exports in April? (24:50)
④ Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan says Ankara is ready to host peace talks between Russia and Ukraine again. If peace talks take place, what should be our expectation of the outcome? (36:09)
⑤ We explore what’s at stake in the Philippines’ midterm elections. (45:06)
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As the world closely watches President Xi Jinping’s state visit to Russia and his participation in the events marking the 80th anniversary of the Soviet victory in the Great Patriotic War, deeper questions come into focus: What does this visit reveal about the evolving nature of China-Russia relations? And how have their shared wartime experiences helped forge the emotional and strategic foundations of the political trust we see today?
Host Ge Anna is joined by Dr. Yao Shujie, Chueng Kong Professor of Economics, Chongqing University; Dr. Joseph Mahoney, Professor of Politics and International Relations at East China Normal University; And Dr. Timo Kivimäki, Professor of International Relations at University of Bath.
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①Chinese President Xi Jinping has called on China and Russia to work together for the interests of developing countries. (00:40)
②China is introducing a new law to promote the private sector. What does it mean for private enterprises in the country? (11:55)
③Columbia is planning to join the Belt and Road Initiative. What's behind this decision? (25:00)
④China's export manufacturing hub of Yiwu shows resilience in the face of US tariffs.(34:15)
⑤And interview with Russian figure skating stars Evgenia Medvedeva and Elizaveta Tuktamysheva (44:00)
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①Chinese president Xi Jinping has called for efforts to preserve history and look ahead to development ahead of his state visit in Russia. What to expect from this trip? (00:49)
②China and the US will hold talks on economic affairs in Switzerland. (13:30)
③China launches broad financial package to stabilize market and shore up economic momentum. (24:25)
④India has launched missile strikes on Pakistan two weeks after a deadly militant attack on tourists in Indian-administered Kashmir. Are the two countries on the brink of war? (35:21)
⑤Friedrich Merz becomes German chancellor after surviving a historic vote failure. What does this rocky start mean for his leadership moving forward? (44:23)
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①Tuesday marks the 50th anniversary of diplomatic relations between China and the European Union. How has the relationship evolved over the past five decades? (00:41)
②China saw a travel boom during the May Day holiday. What does it reveal about consumer confidence and the country's economic recovery? (12:38)
③Six US states invite Canadian provincial leaders to discuss Trump's tariffs. (24:49)
④European industry insiders say the latest US tariff hikes have negatively impacted local industries. (33:22)
⑤Iran says its stance on nuclear talks with US remains constant. (44:41)
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①Chinese President Xi Jinping will pay a state visit to Russia and attend the Great Patriotic War Victory celebrations. What message does it send to the international community? (00:46)
②Janet Yellen warns Trump tariffs will have "tremendously adverse" impact. (11:12)
③Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has won re-election. To what extent has he benefited from the anti-Trump sentiment in the country? (23:25)
④Germany's Intelligence agency labels far-right AfD as extremist. (33:26)
⑤Donald Trump orders 100% tariffs on movies made outside the US. What could this mean for Hollywood and the global film industry? (42:15)
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China and the European Union will soon reach a milestone: 50 years since the establishment of diplomatic ties. Over the past five decades, trade between the two sides has expanded from $2.4 billion to $780 billion. Two-way investment has increased from almost zero to nearly $260 billion. President Xi Jinping has said that when the world becomes more challenging and complex, China and the EU have more reasons to renew their purpose in establishing diplomatic ties and strengthen strategic communication.
Will the two sides have the capacity and wisdom to remain each other’s trustworthy partner despite their differences? Host Ding Heng is joined by Christis Tombazos, Associate Professor at Monash University; George Tzogopoulos, Director of EU-China Program at CIFE, a European research organization; Einar Tangen, Senior Fellow at Taihe Institute.
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① BRICS Foreign Ministers’ Meeting: A united front against unilateral bullying. (00:47)
② US GDP Takes a Hit: The latest economic numbers show a dip to the lowest level since 2022. (15:36)
③ US, Ukraine sign minerals deal. (25:38)
④ Report: U.S. firms stay committed to Chinese market despite geopolitical tensions. (36:11)
⑤ Contrasting views emerge as Egyptian and Israeli officials near Gaza ceasefire breakthrough. (45:25)
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① Xi inspects AI industry in Shanghai—what does it signal about the future of intelligent tech in China? (00:47)
② China adopts law dedicated to promoting private sector. (14:43)
③ New numbers out of the Taiwan region show public trust in the U.S. is dropping fast. (24:41)
④ China's tourism market is gearing up for a major surge during the May Day holiday. (35:23)
⑤ The Shenzhou-19 crew is home safe after a half-year mission in space. (45:55)
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① Chinese FM Wang Yi: Compromise will only embolden the bully. (00:47)
② Tensions rise as Pakistan warns of imminent Indian incursion after Kashmir attack. (11:31)
③ Mark Carney: Canada would “never” yield to U.S. (33:56)
④ China's service trade sees strong growth in Q1, up 8.7%. (35:57)
⑤ Global carmakers flock to Shanghai, eyeing deeper integration in China. (43:35)
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① China’s top leaders ramp up preparations for worst-case scenarios as external pressures mount. (00:50)
② China’s top economic planner says there is ample room for further policy adjustments to support growth. (14:26)
③ Trump meets Zelensky: how close is a Russia-Ukraine deal? (24:59)
④ Canada set to vote in election overshadowed by Washington’s tariff policies and annexation threats. (34:14)
⑤ China urges Philippines to stop violating its sovereignty in the South China Sea. (45:03)
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Harvard University has sued the Trump administration to halt the freezing of federal grants worth billions of dollars. Does the lawsuit signal a major escalation in the growing conflict between higher education and the Trump administration, and what could be the possible outcomes?
Host Zhao Ying is joined by Wang Haolan, Research Assistant at the Asia Society Policy Institute's Center for China Analysis; Edward Lehman, Managing Director LEHMAN, LEE & Xu Law Firm; Joseph Siracusa, Professor of Global Futures, Curtin University.
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① China and Kenya have upgraded their ties to a new level. Why is Kenyan President William Ruto’s ongoing visit to China important to both sides? (00:54)
② In a meeting with his Iranian counterpart, China’s foreign minister said Beijing supports Tehran holding nuclear talks with Washington. We explore China’s message on the Iran nuclear issue at a time when Iranian and US diplomats start talking to each other indirectly. (15:28)
③ China has announced the successful launch its Shenzhou-20 mission. What role does this mission play in China’s manned space program? (24:51)
④ We take a look at a Federal Reserve report that points to growing signs of a slowdown in the US economy due to Washington’s tariff policy. (35:11)
⑤ How should Southeast Asia react to US tariffs of up to 3,500% on solar panels from the region? (43:51)
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① Azerbaijani President Ilham Aliyev is on a visit to China. How can Beijing and Baku enhance cooperation? (00:52)
② After US President Donald Trump signaled a potential U-turn on his trade war with China, Beijing urged Washington to cease coercive practices and talk to China based on equality and mutual respect. What could have prompted Trump to suggest that tariffs on Chinese goods will go down? (13:19)
③ We explore how Trump’s tariffs have forced the IMF to slash global growth outlook. (24:46)
④ US Secretary of State Marco Rubio has unveiled a sweeping plan to overhaul the State Department. How does this move tell us about the direction of US foreign policy under “America First”? (36:31)
⑤ JD.com, which recently entered China’s on-demand food delivery sector, has alleged that other platforms are coercing riders not to work with JD Takeaway. How competitive is this market space? (44:34)
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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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