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Behind China's 4.7% half-year economic growth
①China's economy grew 4.7% in the first half of 2026. We analyze how the economy has performed so far this year. (00:49)
②Bank cards hav...
What does it take to sustain growth of China's consumption power?
①Xi Jinping will attend an upcoming international AI conference in Shanghai and deliver a keynote speech. Where is China now regarding the development...
Why is so-called South China Sea arbitration ruling illegal?
①China has rejected a joint statement by several countries marking the 10th anniversary of the so-called South China Sea arbitration ruling. Why is th...
Panel: Is NATO prepared to accommodate a larger Turkish role?
The 2026 NATO Summit in Ankara has drawn to a close. For two intense days, attention was locked on the Turkish capital. Beyond the debates over defens...
China–Netherlands ties: A reset beyond semiconductor tensions?
① China–Namibia ties: New opportunities under Nandi-Ndaitwah's presidency. (00:49)
② From semiconductors to broader trade cooperation, t...
Manila's claims in S. China Sea are unlawful
① Why do the Philippines' South China Sea claims lack legal basis - and threaten regional stability? (00:49)
② 5% of GDP by 2035: Can NA...
The Nordic factor: A different approach to China–Europe ties?
① From trade and green development to innovation and security: What has Wang Yi's Nordic tour achieved? (00:49)
② China's new trading ru...
The Nordic Dimension of China–Europe Relations
① The Nordic Dimension of China–Europe Relations: Wang Yi's visit. (00:50)
② China's manufacturing and services sectors continue expansi...
From trade tensions to a new dialogue mechanism: A trade truce in the making?
After years of stalled China–EU trade talks, the two sides have launched a new Trade and Investment Consultation Mechanism, holding its first high-lev...
Record sea surface temperatures, heat waves, and our lives
① Chinese FM's phone call with U.S. Secretary of State: how will the China-U.S. constructive relationship of strategic stability guide bilateral ties?...
105 years on: What is the CPC's mission in the new era?
① The CPC has marked its 105th founding anniversary. What is its mission in the new era? (00:41)
② China calls for maintaining the momen...
Key focus of the China-EU trade and investment consultation mechanism
① China and the EU launch trade and investment consultation mechanism. What is the key focus? (00:44)
② How is the CPC's institutional s...
What to expect from China-Belarus ties?
① Chinese President Xi Jinping calls for efforts to further advance the China-Belarus relations to a higher level. What to expect from bilateral ties?...
Panel: Beyond buying cars: Is China building a new auto economy?
China has launched a 40-city pilot program and introduced 17 policy measures to expand the auto market. By removing unreasonable purchase restrictions...
A decade on, what has Brexit brought to Britain?
① In an inspection tour to the eastern Chinese province of Shandong, Xi Jinping called for advancing the modernization of agriculture and rural areas....
How could Ukraine’s rift with Poland affect its war with Russia?
① Speaking at the Summer Davos, China’s premier says innovation-driven development is the key to the country’s long-term economic resilience and stead...
With Abelardo de la Espriella elected, what is awaiting Colombia?
① Meeting India’s national security advisor in New Delhi, China’s foreign minister says bilateral ties have returned to a track of recovery and improv...
Behind Keir Starmer’s decision to resign
① US-Iran talks in Switzerland have made progress. How can the two sides maintain the momentum for negotiations? (00:55)
② Keir Starmer...
Panel: Where could China's vision for global governance lead the world?
China has released a white paper introducing its principles, proposals and actions to improve global governance. Why does the world need governance re...
What has US gained from Iran war?
① The US and Iran have digitally signed the memorandum of understanding on ending the war. We take a look at the MoU’s text and whether the US has gai...
What’s fueling panda bond boom?
① China has released a white paper on its approach to global governance. What are China’s key contributions to global governance? (00:55)
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Will Ukraine and Moldova become EU members?
① Myanmar President Min Aung Hlaing is on a state visit to China. How could China help Myanmar develop its economy and improve livelihoods? (00:54)
Are US and Iran ready for peace?
① The US and Iran have reached a framework deal for peace and reopening of the Strait of Hormuz. Will it return the region to a status that existed be...
Panel: What does it take to contain Ebola outbreak in Central Africa?
It’s been nearly a month since the World Health Organization declared the Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of the Congo and Uganda a Public H...
Exploring China's human rights approach
① What does the new national human rights action plan reveal about China's human rights approach? (00:37)
② A conversation with the vice...
Can China become a leader in flying cars?
① What does China's CPI in May reveal about consumer demand? (00:41)
② How is the Global South's push for a greater voice reshaping the...
What's behind the most expensive World Cup in history?
① An in-depth analysis of China-DPRK relations. (00:41)
② China's foreign trade up 15.3% in first five months. What's behind the growth?...
Is Europe able to reduce reliance on U.S. search engine?
① China's trade in services maintained positive growth during the first four months. What was behind the performance? (00:43)
② What has...
Panel: How China balances openness and security under its new outbound investment regulation
China has unveiled new regulations on outbound investment to push ahead high-level opening-up while safeguarding national security and interests. Why...
Why is Trump using forced labor allegation to rebuild his tariff regime?
① The Trump administration has proposed new tariffs on imports from 60 economies, claiming they fail to ban US imports made with forced labor. Is this...
Is China and Britain developing a long-term strategic partnership?
① British Foreign Secretary Yvette Cooper has made a three-day China visit. Can China and Britain develop a long-term strategic partnership? (00:54)
How South Korea’s economy benefits from global AI boom
① Brazil’s foreign minister is on a visit to China. Is China-Brazil partnership becoming globally important? (00:53)
② Driven by soaring...
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)
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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 r...
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)
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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 parliamen...
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 fo...
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...
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 Bei...
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 9...