①European automakers have voiced objections to higher EU tariffs on China-made EVs. What's behind their concerns? (00:39) ②As we mark one year since the October 7 attacks, the conflict in the Middle East shows no sign of abating. What lessons has the international community learned from this ongoing crisis? (13:36) ③An interview with Dr. Shahbaz Khan, Director of UNESCO Regional Office for East Asia (25:00)

① US port workers have agreed to suspend their strike after reaching a tentative deal with port operators. But could this be just a temporary reprieve before automation replaces more jobs? (00:44) ② OpenAI has raised $6.6 billion in a new funding round. Will this influx of capital push the company to seek a more profit-driven model in AI development? (14:26) ③ An interview with Erik Solheim, President of the Green Belt and Road Institute, and former chief of the UN Environment Program. (25:00)

① Why is NATO’s new secretary general Mark Rutte repeating the rhetoric that “China is a decisive enabler of Russia's war in Ukraine”? And to what extent does it matter to NATO now that Rutte has taken over as its secretary general? (00:52) ② China's box office earnings during the National Day holiday surpassed 1 billion yuan, or $142 million, on the third day of the seven-day holiday. Is China there yet in terms of becoming a powerhouse in film? And to what extent is box office reflexive of...

① Japan’s parliament has elected Shigeru Ishiba as the country’s new prime minister, and Chinese President Xi Jinping has congratulated Ishiba. We take a look at Ishiba’s perceived emphasis on defense and security policies, as well as how Japan’s relations with China will look like under Ishiba. (00:48) ② China has filed an appeal to the World Trade Organization to rule on Canada's tariffs on Chinese electric vehicles as well as steel and aluminum products. China will also conduct an...

① China has granted citizens of Portugal, Greece, Cyprus, and Slovenia visa waivers, bringing the total number of European countries up to 17. Why is China looking to attract European tourists? How could China and Europe deepen cooperation in tourism? (00:43) ② Israel has launched a ground operation in southern Lebanon, marking an escalation in its continuing offensive against Hezbollah. Will the operation, as Israel claims, be “limited, localized, and targeted”? (13:51)

① Major Chinese cities including Guangzhou, Shanghai, and Shenzhen have released a slew of measures to ease local homebuying rules. We explore the timing of these moves and how much they could boost local property markets. (00:44) ② In Austria, far-right Freedom Party has topped national elections in a historic victory. What could happen next? (13:15)

The 79th session of the UN General Assembly has convened in New York City. Facing a fragmented world of conflicts and crises, leaders have gathered together to discuss issues that matter to our planet. The session has adopted a "Pact for the Future" with the purpose of linking nations in tackling challenges ranging from climate change and artificial intelligence to escalating conflicts and increasing inequality and poverty. Yet the gathering fell short of reaching consensus on the Ukraine...

①Top policymakers in China are urging more measures to boost the housing market, private businesses, spending, and employment. (00:52) ②China's Commerce Ministry has expressed firm opposition to the proposed US ban on Chinese software and hardware in connected vehicles. How valid are the US's "security concerns"? (14:06) ③The United States and some of its allies have called for a 21-day ceasefire across Lebanon-Israel border. But can the proposal realistically work? (24:02) ④Will Brazil join...

①China's special Middle East Envoy has met with Iranian officials in Tehran. How significant is this visit amid ongoing conflicts in the region? (00:37) ②Euro zone business activity contracted sharply in September.(14:17) ③Lunar Samples collected from China's Chang'e-6 mission have provided new understanding of the far side of the moon. (24:59) ④An interview with UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres (37:53) ⑤China offers flexible jobs for women after childbirth. (46:38)

①China will cut banks' reserve requirement ratio by 50 basis points. How will this move, along with other stimulus measures, impact the economy? (00:47) ②At the UN Summit of the Future, Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi has called on major countries to serve as propellers for world solidarity and anchors for peace. How does that align with China's role on global stage? (14:03) ③China-ASEAN Expo is underway in Nanning. What are the major highlights of this year's event? (24:04) ④China and...

①Israel and Hezbollah have both vowed to step up attacks. Will the renewed conflict escalate into all-out war? (00:44) ②Joe Biden hosts his final Quad summit at his Delaware home. What legacy is he trying to cement with the Quad? (13:37) ③China's State Council has called for more funding support for technology start-ups. (24:04) ④Anura Kumara Dissanayake sworn in as Sri Lanka's new president. What changes will he bring to the country? (34:37) ⑤Elon Musk has backed down in his fight with the...

Chinese Premier Li Qiang has called for the steady and orderly implementation of the reform on raising statutory retirement age. Li emphasizes adhering to the principle of voluntary participation and flexibility in implementing the policy. China recently passed legislation to gradually raise the statutory retirement age over a course of 15 years. There will also be a requirement for more years of contributions to the pension system in order to access pension benefits. To what extent can the...

①US Federal Reserve has cut interest rates by half a percentage point. What does it mean for America and the global economy? (00:40) ②Valmont Industries GM highlights China's supportive business environment. (14:03) ③Another wave of blasts hits Lebanon as hand-held radios explode. Will it trigger a wider conflict in the Middle East? (24:02) ④The Netherlands is seeking an opt-out from EU migration rules. What challenges does it face? (34:58) ⑤Can Canadian PM Justin Trudeau survive a confidence...

①Chinese Commerce Minister Wang Wentao meets German Vice Chancellor and Economic Minister Robert Habeck in Berlin. What's been discussed? (00:50) ②European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen has named six executive vice presidents who will work with her in the new five-year term.(13:26) ③Pagers belonging to Hezbollah members exploded simultaneously across Lebanon, killing at least 12 people and injured more than 2,700.(25:16) ④Boeing announced sweeping cost cuts, including a hiring...

①Germany has tightened border control, expanding checks to all land borders, a move the government says aims to curb illegal migration. What's the impact? (00:47) ②Seven candidates are vying for the presidency of the International Olympic Committee next year.(13:45) ③China's top legislature has adopted a decision to gradually raise the country's statutory retirement age. What are the details? (25:02) ④ChatGPT creator OpenAI has released a new series of artificial intelligence, or AI models...

①The Chinese Ministry of Commerce says China is strongly dissatisfied with and firmly opposes U.S. abuse of Section 301 to hike tariffs on some Chinese goods. (00:46) ②The U.S. House of Representatives has approved a sweeping package of bills with the aim to counter China's influence. What's the possible impact? (13:26) ③China's economy continued its steady growth trend in August. What are the details? (26:30) ④Our exclusive interview with Christopher Raciti, the Country Head for ANZ China....

Elon Musk may soon face tough questioning from the UK parliament about his social media platform X. This comes at a time when authorities globally grapple with the outsized influence of social media platforms. Earlier this month, a Brazilian Supreme Court justice ordered the suspension of X in the country, following Musk's refusal to comply with local regulations. In the same week, Telegram's CEO, Pavel Durov, was arrested in France over how he manages his platform. While these events took...

① China’s premier is making a trip to Saudi Arabia and the UAE. What is bringing China closer to the two Gulf countries? (00:49) ② The Hong Kong government has criticized the US House of Representatives for twisting facts in passing a bill that could close the city’s trade offices in the US. We explore why the bill is probably misguided. (13:35) ③ Antony Blinken is on a trip to Europe, with eyes on whether the US will lift restrictions on Ukraine using Western-supplied long-range arms in...

① What is the goal of Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez’s 4-day visit to China? (00:47) ② The US House of Representatives has passed legislation that would blacklist Chinese biotech companies and their US subsidiaries. We explore why this bill is controversial – even disruptive – in many aspects. (13:50) ③ We take a look at Huawei’s new tri-fold smartphone model and the ongoing race in the market for this phone model. (24:58) ④ Israel has proposed giving Hamas leader Yahya Sinwar safe...

① On China's annual Teachers’ Day, we explore how China can fulfill its goal of becoming a powerhouse in education by 2035. (00:48) ② In a meeting with Norwegian Prime Minister Jonas Gahr Stoere, Xi Jinping emphasized China’s willingness to collaborate with Norway to promote environmental protection and advance green technology. How can the two sides complement each other in these areas? (13:17) ③ We look at what was at stake in a recent meeting of the China-US commercial and trade working...

① We explore the timing of China’s decision to fully open up its manufacturing sector to foreign ownership, as well as what opportunities might await foreign investors. (00:50) ② In the US, the House of Representatives may vote on more than two dozen bills targeting China this week. What dangers will they pose to the US-China relations and the domestic climate in the US? (12:44) ③ A conversation with Botswanan President Mokgweetsi Masisi about China-Botswana ties. (24:57) ④ Singaporean...

The 2024 FOCAC summit in Beijing has concluded. Chinese President Xi Jinping hosted 50-plus leaders from African nations and leaders from regional and global organizations such as the United Nations, African Union, etc. The summit adopted the Beijing Declaration on Jointly Building an All-weather China-Africa Community with a Shared Future for the New Era. The leaders also approved a three-year action plan till 2027, in which China committed 360 billion yuan, or about 50.7 billion dollars, in...

①China proposes action plans to jointly advance modernization with Africa. How can these plans be effectively implemented? (00:40) ②A WMO report says China and Europe measured below-average PM2.5 levels in 2023. (25:00) ③South China Morning Post article suggests that while the US doubles down on its hard power, China is making its mark with soft power. We delve deeper into the implications of China’s growing soft power on the global stage. (31:37) ④Telegram apologizes for its handling of...

①Shanghai has emerged as China's top trading port with Africa. How have the trading patterns evolved over time? (00:45) ②Several Ukrainian ministers have resigned as President Volodymyr Zelensky carries out the biggest shake-up of his government since the war began. What's behind this move? (13:19) ③China's two biggest shipbuilders plan to merge. (24:07) ④Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro announced plans to move Christmas to October amid turmoil. (33:06) ⑤How has a potential merger between...

①China elevates relations with several African countries ahead of the FOCAC summit. What message does it send out? (00:40) ②China announces probes over Canada’s tariff hike. We discuss more on the legal grounds for these investigations. (13:17) ③Türkiye has applied to join the BRICS. (23:50) ④Eurozone inflation fell sharply to a three-year low of 2.2% in August. (32:51) ⑤Volkswagen is considering shutting factories in Germany and cutting jobs. What factors have been driving these decisions?...