http://chinaplus.cri.cn/podcast/list/41 It's a weekly business talk show, discussing most important economic and business events both in China and around the world. en Copyright @ China Plus Sat, 16 May 2026 21:55:55 GMT 5 https://cgtn-radio-data.cgtn.com/rss/programother/94podcastcpchinapluspodcast@hotmail.com Biz Today It's a weekly business talk show, discussing most important economic and business events both in China and around the world. False China Plus China’s economy grew 5.2 percent in the first three quarters, exceeding 100 trillion yuan, or about 14.3 trillion U.S. dollars. The National Bureau of Statistics says this performance shows resilience amid global headwinds. Industrial output increased by 6.2 percent from January to September, with value-added output of the equipment and high-tech manufacturing industries rising by nearly 10%. Retail sales of consumer goods rose 4.5 percent during the period, reaching over five trillion U.S. dollars. What do all these numbers tell us about China’s economy--its strengths, pressures, and future directions? China’s economy grew... false 1620 full China’s economy grew 5.2 percent in the first three quarters, exceeding 100 trillion yuan, or about 14.3 trillion U.S. dollars. The National Bureau of Statistics says this performance shows resilience amid global headwinds. Industrial output increased by 6.2 percent from January to September, with value-added output of the equipment and high-tech manufacturing industries rising by nearly 10%. Retail sales of consumer goods rose 4.5 percent during the period, reaching over five trillion U.S. dollars. What do all these numbers tell us about China’s economy--its strengths, pressures, and future directions? Fri, 24 Oct 2025 05:51:00 GMT 1_2717559 China is wrapping up its 14th Five-Year plan, which is marked by a series of achievements, including a resilient economy and technological breakthroughs. China's economic growth is projected to exceed 35 trillion yuan, or nearly $4.9 trillion, in the five-year period, contributing about 30 percent of annual global growth. In what ways did China's 14th Five-Year Plan drive the country’s development? (00:45) Gold has hit a dazzling new milestone—rising above 4,000 dollars per ounce for the first time in history. The surge comes amid the U.S. government shutdown and tariffs, as investors worldwide scramble for safe havens. From Wall Street to Main Street, the question is the same: what’s driving this gold rush — and how long can it last? (16:57) China is wrapping up... false 1620 full China is wrapping up its 14th Five-Year plan, which is marked by a series of achievements, including a resilient economy and technological breakthroughs. China's economic growth is projected to exceed 35 trillion yuan, or nearly $4.9 trillion, in the five-year period, contributing about 30 percent of annual global growth. In what ways did China's 14th Five-Year Plan drive the country’s development? (00:45) Gold has hit a dazzling new milestone—rising above 4,000 dollars per ounce for the first time in history. The surge comes amid the U.S. government shutdown and tariffs, as investors worldwide scramble for safe havens. From Wall Street to Main Street, the question is the same: what’s driving this gold rush — and how long can it last? (16:57) Fri, 10 Oct 2025 02:31:00 GMT 1_2717391 China has released a nationwide policy guideline to promote the development and application of artificial Intelligence. The guideline aims to integrate and commercialize AI across six key areas: technology, industry, consumer upgrades, public welfare, governance, and international cooperation. According to the plan, the adoption rate of AI technology in smart devices is expected to reach 70% by 2027 and 90% by 2030. What does China’s AI Plus initiative really mean? How does it tie into China’s national strategy? What does it mean for schools, jobs, and global competition? China has released a... false 1620 full China has released a nationwide policy guideline to promote the development and application of artificial Intelligence. The guideline aims to integrate and commercialize AI across six key areas: technology, industry, consumer upgrades, public welfare, governance, and international cooperation. According to the plan, the adoption rate of AI technology in smart devices is expected to reach 70% by 2027 and 90% by 2030. What does China’s AI Plus initiative really mean? How does it tie into China’s national strategy? What does it mean for schools, jobs, and global competition? Fri, 26 Sep 2025 07:33:00 GMT 1_2717254 China is making a big push in future industries. Beijing has plans to accelerate everything from the biotech industry and quantum technology to commercial space, 6G, and the low-altitude economy. In this edition, we’ll look at some strategic emerging industries: biotech and the low-altitude economy. China is making a bi... false 1620 full China is making a big push in future industries. Beijing has plans to accelerate everything from the biotech industry and quantum technology to commercial space, 6G, and the low-altitude economy. In this edition, we’ll look at some strategic emerging industries: biotech and the low-altitude economy. Thu, 25 Sep 2025 00:38:00 GMT 1_2717232 Chinese and U.S. delegations have held candid, in-depth, and constructive trade talks in Madrid. Discussions on Sunday and Monday included matters related to TikTok. The two sides say the talks were guided by the important consensus reached previously by the two heads of state. Chinese vice premier He Lifeng reaffirmed China's determination to safeguard its legitimate rights and interests. Both sides have reached a framework consensus on resolving issues related to TikTok through cooperation and reducing investment barriers. What is the significance of the trade talks between China and the U.S. in Madrid? What are the key outcomes of the negotiations? What’s next for China-U.S. trade? Chinese and U.S. del... false 1620 full Chinese and U.S. delegations have held candid, in-depth, and constructive trade talks in Madrid. Discussions on Sunday and Monday included matters related to TikTok. The two sides say the talks were guided by the important consensus reached previously by the two heads of state. Chinese vice premier He Lifeng reaffirmed China's determination to safeguard its legitimate rights and interests. Both sides have reached a framework consensus on resolving issues related to TikTok through cooperation and reducing investment barriers. What is the significance of the trade talks between China and the U.S. in Madrid? What are the key outcomes of the negotiations? What’s next for China-U.S. trade? Fri, 19 Sep 2025 06:50:00 GMT 1_2717168 China has been the world's largest manufacturer for 15 years. What does this say about the resilience of China’s industrial base despite global headwinds? (00:44) Gold prices have reached record highs recently. The rally has been remarkable: up 9 percent in just three weeks and more than 35 percent since the start of the year. What has been driving this gold rush? (18:31) China has been the w... false 1620 full China has been the world's largest manufacturer for 15 years. What does this say about the resilience of China’s industrial base despite global headwinds? (00:44) Gold prices have reached record highs recently. The rally has been remarkable: up 9 percent in just three weeks and more than 35 percent since the start of the year. What has been driving this gold rush? (18:31) Fri, 12 Sep 2025 06:03:00 GMT 1_2717092 The Shanghai Cooperation Organization has held its 25th meeting of the Council of Heads of State in Tianjin. Chinese President Xi Jinping has unveiled a new proposal, the Global Governance Initiative, to create a more inclusive international order. (00:45) Europe's July car sales have risen by the most since April last year, with BYD ahead of Tesla. How has BYD overtaken Tesla in the European market? What does it say about the global auto landscape? (22:20) The Shanghai Coopera... false 1620 full The Shanghai Cooperation Organization has held its 25th meeting of the Council of Heads of State in Tianjin. Chinese President Xi Jinping has unveiled a new proposal, the Global Governance Initiative, to create a more inclusive international order. (00:45) Europe's July car sales have risen by the most since April last year, with BYD ahead of Tesla. How has BYD overtaken Tesla in the European market? What does it say about the global auto landscape? (22:20) Fri, 05 Sep 2025 05:41:00 GMT 1_2717008 China unveils a national policy to accelerate the development and application of artificial Intelligence. How will it reshape the economy, people’s lives, and the global landscape of innovation (00:45)? China is doubling down on the biotech industry. In the first half of the year, Chinese drug developers signed over 140 deals with foreign pharmaceutical companies, accounting for one-third of all global agreements. Why is biotech an emerging strategic industry in China? Will China become a biotech powerhouse (17:46)? China unveils a nati... false 1620 full China unveils a national policy to accelerate the development and application of artificial Intelligence. How will it reshape the economy, people’s lives, and the global landscape of innovation (00:45)? China is doubling down on the biotech industry. In the first half of the year, Chinese drug developers signed over 140 deals with foreign pharmaceutical companies, accounting for one-third of all global agreements. Why is biotech an emerging strategic industry in China? Will China become a biotech powerhouse (17:46)? Fri, 29 Aug 2025 05:35:00 GMT 1_2716938 China’s stock market hit a historic milestone this week. The Shanghai Composite Index climbed to its highest level in a decade. At the same time, the total market capitalization of A-shares broke through the 100 trillion-yuan mark, or nearly 14 trillion U.S. dollars, for the first time. What are the main factors driving this rally? Compared with previous bull runs, what feels different this time? And what does this mean for China’s economy and financial market (00:46)? The U.S. national debt surpasses 37 trillion US dollars as President Trump calls on Fed Chair Jerome Powell to lower interest rates (14:34). China’s stock market... false 1620 full China’s stock market hit a historic milestone this week. The Shanghai Composite Index climbed to its highest level in a decade. At the same time, the total market capitalization of A-shares broke through the 100 trillion-yuan mark, or nearly 14 trillion U.S. dollars, for the first time. What are the main factors driving this rally? Compared with previous bull runs, what feels different this time? And what does this mean for China’s economy and financial market (00:46)? The U.S. national debt surpasses 37 trillion US dollars as President Trump calls on Fed Chair Jerome Powell to lower interest rates (14:34). Fri, 22 Aug 2025 06:08:00 GMT 1_2716861 Regarding China’s new subsidies on personal consumer loans, how big of a boost will this be for the economy? (00:45) What does OpenAI’s release of ChatGPT-5 signal for the future of the AI industry?(18:00) Regarding China’s ne... false 1620 full Regarding China’s new subsidies on personal consumer loans, how big of a boost will this be for the economy? (00:45) What does OpenAI’s release of ChatGPT-5 signal for the future of the AI industry?(18:00) Fri, 15 Aug 2025 05:41:00 GMT 1_2716780 Several Chinese government bodies have recently held mid-year meetings to better support economic growth for the rest of the year. The People’s Bank of China pledged to increase the money supply and lower borrowing costs to ease financial burdens and stimulate demand. To unleash domestic spending, the Finance Ministry committed to rolling out personal subsidies and business loans in the services industry. At the same time, China is doubling down on emerging industries and innovation, with high-tech and equipment manufacturing reporting sales growth of nearly 10% in the first half of the year. What’s the strategy behind all these moves? How will they shape China’s economic outlook? How will today's policy support lay the foundation for sustainable growth in the long run? Several Chinese gove... false 1620 full Several Chinese government bodies have recently held mid-year meetings to better support economic growth for the rest of the year. The People’s Bank of China pledged to increase the money supply and lower borrowing costs to ease financial burdens and stimulate demand. To unleash domestic spending, the Finance Ministry committed to rolling out personal subsidies and business loans in the services industry. At the same time, China is doubling down on emerging industries and innovation, with high-tech and equipment manufacturing reporting sales growth of nearly 10% in the first half of the year. What’s the strategy behind all these moves? How will they shape China’s economic outlook? How will today's policy support lay the foundation for sustainable growth in the long run? Fri, 08 Aug 2025 06:56:00 GMT 1_2716691 The International Monetary Fund has raised its global growth forecast for 2025, with China getting the strongest boost among major economies. The IMF now projects China’s economy to grow by 4.8 percent this year, up from its four percent forecast in April’s World Economic Outlook. Why is the IMF upgrading China’s economic forecast? To what extent is the rebound in China’s growth tied to fundamentals, versus external factors like the tariff truce with the U.S.? What sectors of China’s economy are likely fueling this upward revision? The International Mo... false 1620 full The International Monetary Fund has raised its global growth forecast for 2025, with China getting the strongest boost among major economies. The IMF now projects China’s economy to grow by 4.8 percent this year, up from its four percent forecast in April’s World Economic Outlook. Why is the IMF upgrading China’s economic forecast? To what extent is the rebound in China’s growth tied to fundamentals, versus external factors like the tariff truce with the U.S.? What sectors of China’s economy are likely fueling this upward revision? Fri, 01 Aug 2025 06:27:00 GMT 1_2716620 In December, China’s Hainan Free Trade Port will launch island-wide independent customs operations. What are the details (00:45)? A new study from Invesco shows that nearly 60% of the world’s sovereign wealth funds plan to increase their investments in China. What is driving this? What sectors in China are desirable to these funds (13:25)? In December, China’s... false 1620 full In December, China’s Hainan Free Trade Port will launch island-wide independent customs operations. What are the details (00:45)? A new study from Invesco shows that nearly 60% of the world’s sovereign wealth funds plan to increase their investments in China. What is driving this? What sectors in China are desirable to these funds (13:25)? Fri, 25 Jul 2025 05:58:00 GMT 1_2716538 Economic figures for the first half of the year are out, and China’s performance has exceeded forecasts. Its GDP grew by 5.3%, foreign trade in goods increased by 2.7%, hitting a record high, while exports jumped more than 7%. What explains China’s resilience amid the trade war launched by the U.S.? What’s driving China’s strong economic growth? Economic figures for... false 1620 full Economic figures for the first half of the year are out, and China’s performance has exceeded forecasts. Its GDP grew by 5.3%, foreign trade in goods increased by 2.7%, hitting a record high, while exports jumped more than 7%. What explains China’s resilience amid the trade war launched by the U.S.? What’s driving China’s strong economic growth? Fri, 18 Jul 2025 09:07:00 GMT 1_2716463 Leaders of the BRICS countries wrapped up the two-day summit in Rio de Janeiro, what’s the outcome (00:40)? Nvidia becomes the first company in the world to reach a market value of 4 trillion US dollars. What are the main factors for its growth? What is Nvidia's China strategy (17:42)? Leaders of the BRICS... false 1620 full Leaders of the BRICS countries wrapped up the two-day summit in Rio de Janeiro, what’s the outcome (00:40)? Nvidia becomes the first company in the world to reach a market value of 4 trillion US dollars. What are the main factors for its growth? What is Nvidia's China strategy (17:42)? Fri, 11 Jul 2025 05:46:00 GMT 1_2716382 According to the latest data, the U.S. economy shrank at an annualized rate of 0.5% from January to March. Being the first contraction in three years, it’s raising fresh concerns regarding the strength of U.S. consumers, the impact of high interest rates, and the resilience of the broader economy. Meanwhile, on the other side of the Pacific Ocean, China posted a stronger-than-expected 5.4% GDP growth in the same period of time. The country’s economic engine appears to be strong and gaining momentum. What’s really driving this divergence? What are the main engines of the Chinese economy? What role do monetary policy, trade dynamics, and geopolitical shifts play in shaping this economic narrative? Host Zhao Yang spoke with Yan Liang, Professor of Economics, Willamette University; Dr. Zhou Mi, Senior Research Fellow with Chinese Academy of International Trade and Economic Cooperation; Andy Mok, senior research fellow at the Center for China and Globalization. According to the lat... false 1620 full According to the latest data, the U.S. economy shrank at an annualized rate of 0.5% from January to March. Being the first contraction in three years, it’s raising fresh concerns regarding the strength of U.S. consumers, the impact of high interest rates, and the resilience of the broader economy. Meanwhile, on the other side of the Pacific Ocean, China posted a stronger-than-expected 5.4% GDP growth in the same period of time. The country’s economic engine appears to be strong and gaining momentum. What’s really driving this divergence? What are the main engines of the Chinese economy? What role do monetary policy, trade dynamics, and geopolitical shifts play in shaping this economic narrative? Host Zhao Yang spoke with Yan Liang, Professor of Economics, Willamette University; Dr. Zhou Mi, Senior Research Fellow with Chinese Academy of International Trade and Economic Cooperation; Andy Mok, senior research fellow at the Center for China and Globalization. Fri, 04 Jul 2025 06:20:00 GMT 1_2716289 At this year's Summer Davos, Chinese premier Li Qiang says the country will continue to foster a first-class business environment. What does the message signal to international investors and multinational companies operating in China？How have foreign businesses in China responded to recent efforts to improve the business environment (00:45)? Shenzhen is in the spotlight for its deepening reform agenda. What can the city do to become a hub for artificial intelligence and aviation (21:02)? At this year's Summe... false 1620 full At this year's Summer Davos, Chinese premier Li Qiang says the country will continue to foster a first-class business environment. What does the message signal to international investors and multinational companies operating in China？How have foreign businesses in China responded to recent efforts to improve the business environment (00:45)? Shenzhen is in the spotlight for its deepening reform agenda. What can the city do to become a hub for artificial intelligence and aviation (21:02)? Fri, 27 Jun 2025 05:44:00 GMT 1_2716202 The second China-Central Asia Summit has taken place in Kazakhstan. Chinese President Xi Jinping addressed the summit in Astana. He has laid out a vision for cooperation between China and Central Asia, calling for unity, win-win development, and deeper people-to-people ties. He also outlined plans to promote regional prosperity, security, and integration. What are the outcomes of the China-Central Asia Summit (00:40)? From a digital RMB center to new measures for offshore finance, China's central bank has announced eight major financial policies at the Lujiazui forum in Shanghai. What do they mean for China’s financial opening up (18:28)? The second China-Cen... false 1620 full The second China-Central Asia Summit has taken place in Kazakhstan. Chinese President Xi Jinping addressed the summit in Astana. He has laid out a vision for cooperation between China and Central Asia, calling for unity, win-win development, and deeper people-to-people ties. He also outlined plans to promote regional prosperity, security, and integration. What are the outcomes of the China-Central Asia Summit (00:40)? From a digital RMB center to new measures for offshore finance, China's central bank has announced eight major financial policies at the Lujiazui forum in Shanghai. What do they mean for China’s financial opening up (18:28)? Fri, 20 Jun 2025 05:54:00 GMT 1_2716117 China's trade in goods continued to grow in the first five months of the year. From January to May, foreign trade totaled nearly 18 trillion yuan or around 2.5 trillion US dollars. That represents a 2.5% increase despite the uncertain global economic environment. Several multinational investment banks, including JP Morgan, Goldman Sachs, and UBS, have raised their forecasts for China's GDP, citing the positive impact of the government's growth policies. Why are they upbeat about China’s economy and capital markets? Where is the economic resilience coming from? Host Zhao Yang spoke with Li Lun, an assistant professor of economics at Peking University; Dr. Zhou Mi, a senior research fellow with the Chinese Academy of International Trade and Economic Cooperation; and Yan Liang, a professor of economics at Willamette University. China's trade in goo... false 1620 full China's trade in goods continued to grow in the first five months of the year. From January to May, foreign trade totaled nearly 18 trillion yuan or around 2.5 trillion US dollars. That represents a 2.5% increase despite the uncertain global economic environment. Several multinational investment banks, including JP Morgan, Goldman Sachs, and UBS, have raised their forecasts for China's GDP, citing the positive impact of the government's growth policies. Why are they upbeat about China’s economy and capital markets? Where is the economic resilience coming from? Host Zhao Yang spoke with Li Lun, an assistant professor of economics at Peking University; Dr. Zhou Mi, a senior research fellow with the Chinese Academy of International Trade and Economic Cooperation; and Yan Liang, a professor of economics at Willamette University. Fri, 13 Jun 2025 05:56:00 GMT 1_2716028 This year’s Dragon Boat Festival boosted travel and consumer spendings across China. The country saw 119 million passenger trips, a yearly increase of 5.7 percent. Meanwhile, China's consumer goods trade-in program has generated 1.1 trillion yuan in sales in the first five months. What strength does China’s consumption show amid the new reality (00:40)? DeepSeek updates its R1 AI model. What does it suggest about China’s AI potential (18:52)? This year’s Dragon B... false 1620 full This year’s Dragon Boat Festival boosted travel and consumer spendings across China. The country saw 119 million passenger trips, a yearly increase of 5.7 percent. Meanwhile, China's consumer goods trade-in program has generated 1.1 trillion yuan in sales in the first five months. What strength does China’s consumption show amid the new reality (00:40)? DeepSeek updates its R1 AI model. What does it suggest about China’s AI potential (18:52)? Fri, 06 Jun 2025 08:15:00 GMT 1_2715942 China, ASEAN, and Gulf Cooperation Council nations held their first summit and pledged to integrate markets amid global trade uncertainties. What were the key messages from this summit (00:40)? Moody's has downgraded the US credit rating due to years of rising debt and deficits. What implications does this have for the U.S. and global economies (19:15)? China, ASEAN, and Gu... false 1620 full China, ASEAN, and Gulf Cooperation Council nations held their first summit and pledged to integrate markets amid global trade uncertainties. What were the key messages from this summit (00:40)? Moody's has downgraded the US credit rating due to years of rising debt and deficits. What implications does this have for the U.S. and global economies (19:15)? Fri, 30 May 2025 06:39:00 GMT 1_2715855 China's economy managed to withstand external pressures and maintain steady growth in April. Latest data shows that value-added industrial output grew 6.1 percent, while retail sales expanded 5.1 percent. Exports increased by 9.3 percent in yuan terms. China cut its benchmark lending rates for the first time since October last year. What is the current state of China's economy amid the global trade tensions sparked by Trump’s tariffs policies? What policy tools does China have to deal with future economic uncertainties? Where can China find new growth opportunities? Host Zhao Yang talked with Yan Liang, Professor of Economics, Willamette University;Lun Li, Assistant Professor of Economics, Peking University; Professor Qu Qiang, Fellow of Belt and Road Research Center at Minzu University of China. China's economy mana... false 1620 full China's economy managed to withstand external pressures and maintain steady growth in April. Latest data shows that value-added industrial output grew 6.1 percent, while retail sales expanded 5.1 percent. Exports increased by 9.3 percent in yuan terms. China cut its benchmark lending rates for the first time since October last year. What is the current state of China's economy amid the global trade tensions sparked by Trump’s tariffs policies? What policy tools does China have to deal with future economic uncertainties? Where can China find new growth opportunities? Host Zhao Yang talked with Yan Liang, Professor of Economics, Willamette University;Lun Li, Assistant Professor of Economics, Peking University; Professor Qu Qiang, Fellow of Belt and Road Research Center at Minzu University of China. Fri, 23 May 2025 05:43:00 GMT 1_2715761 After high-level talks in Geneva, China and the United States have announced a series of tariff adjustments between the world's two largest economies. The two sides will remove 91% of tariffs and suspend 24% for 90 days while further talks continue. After the adjustment, both sides will retain a 10 percent baseline tariff while the U.S.'s 20% fentanyl-linked levy imposed earlier this year will also remain. The two sides will establish a system to continue discussions about economic and trade relations. How can we interpret the results from the Geneva meeting? How will the economic and trade relationship between China and the US evolve? What effect might that have on the global economy? Host Zhao Yang spoke with Yan Liang, Professor of Economics, Willamette University; Dr. Zhou Mi, Senior Research Fellow with Chinese Academy of International Trade and Economic Cooperation; Professor Qu Qiang, Fellow of Belt and Road Research Center at Minzu University of China. After high-level tal... false 1620 full After high-level talks in Geneva, China and the United States have announced a series of tariff adjustments between the world's two largest economies. The two sides will remove 91% of tariffs and suspend 24% for 90 days while further talks continue. After the adjustment, both sides will retain a 10 percent baseline tariff while the U.S.'s 20% fentanyl-linked levy imposed earlier this year will also remain. The two sides will establish a system to continue discussions about economic and trade relations. How can we interpret the results from the Geneva meeting? How will the economic and trade relationship between China and the US evolve? What effect might that have on the global economy? Host Zhao Yang spoke with Yan Liang, Professor of Economics, Willamette University; Dr. Zhou Mi, Senior Research Fellow with Chinese Academy of International Trade and Economic Cooperation; Professor Qu Qiang, Fellow of Belt and Road Research Center at Minzu University of China. Fri, 16 May 2025 05:37:00 GMT 1_2715686 China’s Central Bank has recently announced cuts in the reserve requirement ratio and policy rates and lowered interest rates on personal housing provident fund loans. The measures are part of China’s new financial incentives to stabilize the economy. The People’s Bank of China also unveiled supportive policies for scientific innovation and expanding consumption. What are the potential impacts of all these policies? What is China’s economic strategy amid external uncertainties? How will the country move forward? To explore all these questions, host Zhao Yang spoke with Yan Liang, a professor of economics at Willamette University; Li Lun, an assistant professor of economics at Peking University; and Professor Qu Qiang, a fellow of the Belt and Road Research Center at Minzu University of China. China’s Central Bank... false 1620 full China’s Central Bank has recently announced cuts in the reserve requirement ratio and policy rates and lowered interest rates on personal housing provident fund loans. The measures are part of China’s new financial incentives to stabilize the economy. The People’s Bank of China also unveiled supportive policies for scientific innovation and expanding consumption. What are the potential impacts of all these policies? What is China’s economic strategy amid external uncertainties? How will the country move forward? To explore all these questions, host Zhao Yang spoke with Yan Liang, a professor of economics at Willamette University; Li Lun, an assistant professor of economics at Peking University; and Professor Qu Qiang, a fellow of the Belt and Road Research Center at Minzu University of China. Fri, 09 May 2025 05:33:00 GMT 1_2715607 China is stepping up efforts to stabilize employment and drive economic growth. Senior Chinese officials have outlined new policies to strengthen confidence in a complex global environment. What are the details of this policy package? What do they mean for China's economy (00:42)? We will also explore the new travel trends shaping this year's Labor Day holiday. What do they mean for the tourism industry (22:30)? China is stepping up... false 1620 full China is stepping up efforts to stabilize employment and drive economic growth. Senior Chinese officials have outlined new policies to strengthen confidence in a complex global environment. What are the details of this policy package? What do they mean for China's economy (00:42)? We will also explore the new travel trends shaping this year's Labor Day holiday. What do they mean for the tourism industry (22:30)? Fri, 02 May 2025 05:43:00 GMT 1_2715540 A CNN report says the U.S. government's tariff and trade policies hurt small businesses domestically. Dozens of leading economists in the U.S. have signed a public declaration warning that President Trump’s use of tariffs could trigger a self-inflicted recession. The International Monetary Fund predicts that U.S. growth will slow to 1.8 percent this year. How might US trade policy backfire for its economy？ A CNN report says th... false 1620 full A CNN report says the U.S. government's tariff and trade policies hurt small businesses domestically. Dozens of leading economists in the U.S. have signed a public declaration warning that President Trump’s use of tariffs could trigger a self-inflicted recession. The International Monetary Fund predicts that U.S. growth will slow to 1.8 percent this year. How might US trade policy backfire for its economy？ Fri, 25 Apr 2025 05:59:00 GMT 1_2715464 China's GDP grew 5.4 percent in the first quarter. An official from the National Bureau of Statistics said high U.S. tariffs may exert some pressure on China's foreign trade, but will not change the long-term positive trend of the Chinese economy. What has been driving China’s economic growth, despite the external pressures? Is it sustainable? The 5th China International Consumer Products Expo in Hainan showcases cutting edge technologies. China's GDP grew 5.4... false 1620 full China's GDP grew 5.4 percent in the first quarter. An official from the National Bureau of Statistics said high U.S. tariffs may exert some pressure on China's foreign trade, but will not change the long-term positive trend of the Chinese economy. What has been driving China’s economic growth, despite the external pressures? Is it sustainable? The 5th China International Consumer Products Expo in Hainan showcases cutting edge technologies. Fri, 18 Apr 2025 04:50:00 GMT 1_2715390 China's foreign ministry says it will take steps against the latest tariff threats from the United States. Spokesperson Lin Jian said China will fight until the end if the US continues escalating tariffs. Amid U.S. global tariff hikes, Beijing has released a white paper outlining its stance on key economic and trade issues with Washington. What does the U.S. tariff policy mean for the global economy? What will China's response be to the U.S. actions? Will U.S. tariffs change the big picture of China’s economy? China's foreign mini... false 1620 full China's foreign ministry says it will take steps against the latest tariff threats from the United States. Spokesperson Lin Jian said China will fight until the end if the US continues escalating tariffs. Amid U.S. global tariff hikes, Beijing has released a white paper outlining its stance on key economic and trade issues with Washington. What does the U.S. tariff policy mean for the global economy? What will China's response be to the U.S. actions? Will U.S. tariffs change the big picture of China’s economy? Fri, 11 Apr 2025 02:23:00 GMT 1_2715316 US President Donald Trump has introduced sweeping new tariffs on all imported goods to the United States and reciprocal tariffs on 60 countries. What does it mean for US trading partners? Will it backfire on the US? Will it change the global trading system? (00:42). China's manufacturing sector grew in March to its highest level in a year (21:42). US President Donald ... false 1620 full US President Donald Trump has introduced sweeping new tariffs on all imported goods to the United States and reciprocal tariffs on 60 countries. What does it mean for US trading partners? Will it backfire on the US? Will it change the global trading system? (00:42). China's manufacturing sector grew in March to its highest level in a year (21:42). Thu, 03 Apr 2025 07:38:00 GMT 1_2715242 China recently held the Boao Forum for Asia and the China Development Forum. These two major forums highlighted China's commitment to openness and global collaboration, integrating foreign enterprises into its economic growth. Premier Li Qiang made a keynote speech at the opening ceremony of the China Development Forum in Beijing. He said China will continue to welcome enterprises from around the world, further expand market access, and facilitate the deeper integration of foreign enterprises into the Chinese market. So, what message is China sending? Why does China's economic trajectory continue to draw global attention? China recently held ... false 1620 full China recently held the Boao Forum for Asia and the China Development Forum. These two major forums highlighted China's commitment to openness and global collaboration, integrating foreign enterprises into its economic growth. Premier Li Qiang made a keynote speech at the opening ceremony of the China Development Forum in Beijing. He said China will continue to welcome enterprises from around the world, further expand market access, and facilitate the deeper integration of foreign enterprises into the Chinese market. So, what message is China sending? Why does China's economic trajectory continue to draw global attention? Fri, 28 Mar 2025 02:48:00 GMT 1_2715173 China's economy shows steady growth through the first two months of the year, driven by the industrial and service sectors. Meanwhile, China has unveiled a plan to boost consumer spending, as the country moves to make domestic demand the main engine of economic growth. What are the details of China’s latest plan to boost consumption? How would these initiatives benefit both the Chinese economy and consumers? And what are the main driving forces for China’s economy this year? China's economy show... false 1621 full China's economy shows steady growth through the first two months of the year, driven by the industrial and service sectors. Meanwhile, China has unveiled a plan to boost consumer spending, as the country moves to make domestic demand the main engine of economic growth. What are the details of China’s latest plan to boost consumption? How would these initiatives benefit both the Chinese economy and consumers? And what are the main driving forces for China’s economy this year? Fri, 21 Mar 2025 02:24:00 GMT 1_2715098 Chinese stocks are gaining more popularity among both domestic and international investors. Meanwhile, the US stock market has been experiencing volatility. What brought about these changes in market sentiment? Is there a growing divergence in the outlook for the world’s two leading markets? Where will global investments head to? Chinese stocks are g... false 1620 full Chinese stocks are gaining more popularity among both domestic and international investors. Meanwhile, the US stock market has been experiencing volatility. What brought about these changes in market sentiment? Is there a growing divergence in the outlook for the world’s two leading markets? Where will global investments head to? Fri, 14 Mar 2025 05:56:00 GMT 1_2715033 China has set its GDP growth target for this year at around 5 percent. Premier Li Qiang announced the target in his government work report at the annual session of the National People’s Congress. Other top government priorities include boosting consumer demand and improving investment, as well as promoting tech innovations and modernizing industry. What are the main focal points of this year's Two Sessions meetings? Why has China set its economic target for 2025 at around 5%? And how will the country address its internal and external challenges to achieve that goal? China has set its GD... false 1620 full China has set its GDP growth target for this year at around 5 percent. Premier Li Qiang announced the target in his government work report at the annual session of the National People’s Congress. Other top government priorities include boosting consumer demand and improving investment, as well as promoting tech innovations and modernizing industry. What are the main focal points of this year's Two Sessions meetings? Why has China set its economic target for 2025 at around 5%? And how will the country address its internal and external challenges to achieve that goal? Fri, 07 Mar 2025 06:07:00 GMT 1_2714950 Foreign investors are increasingly turning their attention to China's A-share market. Goldman Sachs strategists have predicted a potential 15% to 20% surge in China's stock market value, driven by the country's rapid adoption of AI. Why are they focused on Chinese assets (00:40)? We’ll also examine why the price of gold keeps re-setting record highs (17:48). Foreign investors ar... false 1620 full Foreign investors are increasingly turning their attention to China's A-share market. Goldman Sachs strategists have predicted a potential 15% to 20% surge in China's stock market value, driven by the country's rapid adoption of AI. Why are they focused on Chinese assets (00:40)? We’ll also examine why the price of gold keeps re-setting record highs (17:48). Fri, 28 Feb 2025 02:12:00 GMT 1_2714864 Chinese President Xi Jinping has called on the country’s private sector to seize opportunities in the new era and advance modernization. He also shared his hopes and expectations for private entrepreneurs. The Chinese president was speaking as he met representatives from privately owned companies. In what ways did the symposium demonstrate the Chinese government's long-term support strategy for the private economy (00:45)? We’ll also look at Hainan Province, which has announced a draft proposal to boost the low-altitude economy (19:13). Chinese President Xi... false 1620 full Chinese President Xi Jinping has called on the country’s private sector to seize opportunities in the new era and advance modernization. He also shared his hopes and expectations for private entrepreneurs. The Chinese president was speaking as he met representatives from privately owned companies. In what ways did the symposium demonstrate the Chinese government's long-term support strategy for the private economy (00:45)? We’ll also look at Hainan Province, which has announced a draft proposal to boost the low-altitude economy (19:13). Fri, 21 Feb 2025 06:10:00 GMT 1_2714791 As Chinese AI firm DeepSeek continues to capture attention worldwide, many foreign investment institutions are bullish on the Chinese stock market. JPMorgan Chase said it's AI applications rather than infrastructure that is going to drive the next wave of value creation. Will foreign investors continue to put their money into the Chinese market (00:45)? We'll take a look at the Artificial Intelligence Action Summit in Paris. What ideas and initiatives were discussed? What is a responsible way to handle global governance on AI (17:05)? As Chinese AI firm D... false 1620 full As Chinese AI firm DeepSeek continues to capture attention worldwide, many foreign investment institutions are bullish on the Chinese stock market. JPMorgan Chase said it's AI applications rather than infrastructure that is going to drive the next wave of value creation. Will foreign investors continue to put their money into the Chinese market (00:45)? We'll take a look at the Artificial Intelligence Action Summit in Paris. What ideas and initiatives were discussed? What is a responsible way to handle global governance on AI (17:05)? Fri, 14 Feb 2025 06:36:00 GMT 1_2714720 China's consumer spending gained momentum during the holiday season, and factory activity continued its expansion. How does China’s economy look at the start of the year (00:48)? Global trade is at risk. How will Trump's new tariffs threaten the global economy (17:10)? China's consumer spe... false 1620 full China's consumer spending gained momentum during the holiday season, and factory activity continued its expansion. How does China’s economy look at the start of the year (00:48)? Global trade is at risk. How will Trump's new tariffs threaten the global economy (17:10)? Fri, 07 Feb 2025 07:07:00 GMT 1_2714640 China's manufacturing industry has remained the world's largest in terms of overall scale for 15 years. What are the main factors driving the sector in the past decade? Which manufacturing sectors are leading globally? What challenges may they face in the new intelligent age (00:39)? The ice and snow economy is heating up in northeast China, and tourism is booming (22:30). China's manufacturin... false 1620 full China's manufacturing industry has remained the world's largest in terms of overall scale for 15 years. What are the main factors driving the sector in the past decade? Which manufacturing sectors are leading globally? What challenges may they face in the new intelligent age (00:39)? The ice and snow economy is heating up in northeast China, and tourism is booming (22:30). Fri, 31 Jan 2025 02:24:00 GMT 1_2714589 The World Economic Forum held its annual meeting earlier this week in Davos, Switzerland. The theme of this year's Davos meeting was "Collaboration in the intelligent age." What are the challenges facing the global economy right now? How can the world foster stronger collaboration in the intelligent age to support the global economy? What is China's role in it? The World Economic F... false 1620 full The World Economic Forum held its annual meeting earlier this week in Davos, Switzerland. The theme of this year's Davos meeting was "Collaboration in the intelligent age." What are the challenges facing the global economy right now? How can the world foster stronger collaboration in the intelligent age to support the global economy? What is China's role in it? Fri, 24 Jan 2025 02:51:00 GMT 1_2714525 The U.S. government has issued new restrictions on advanced AI chips and technology. How will it affect global supply chains in the chip industry? How should China respond to Washington's moves? (00:45) U.S. TikTok users are flocking to another Chinese social media app, RedNote, over the potential TikTok ban. Why is this happening? (18:37) The U.S. government ... false 1620 full The U.S. government has issued new restrictions on advanced AI chips and technology. How will it affect global supply chains in the chip industry? How should China respond to Washington's moves? (00:45) U.S. TikTok users are flocking to another Chinese social media app, RedNote, over the potential TikTok ban. Why is this happening? (18:37) Fri, 17 Jan 2025 05:58:00 GMT 1_2714457 The digital economy has been called the “third great economic revolution” after the agricultural and industrial revolutions. Data shows that China's digital economy reached 54 trillion yuan in 2023, accounting for nearly 43 percent of the country’s GDP. As China stands at a pivotal juncture in its economic transformation, the digital economy has emerged as a key driver in the overall economic landscape. What is driving China’s digital economy? What does its growth say about China’s economic policy? How is it reshaping China’s economy? The digital economy ... false 1620 full The digital economy has been called the “third great economic revolution” after the agricultural and industrial revolutions. Data shows that China's digital economy reached 54 trillion yuan in 2023, accounting for nearly 43 percent of the country’s GDP. As China stands at a pivotal juncture in its economic transformation, the digital economy has emerged as a key driver in the overall economic landscape. What is driving China’s digital economy? What does its growth say about China’s economic policy? How is it reshaping China’s economy? Fri, 10 Jan 2025 06:28:00 GMT 1_2714399 China's ice and snow economy is thriving, and diverse attractions drive winter tourism nationwide. What is the role of the ice-and-snow economy in China's economic growth? (00:44) The capabilities of Artificial Intelligence have grown by leaps and bounds. We'll look closer at global AI competition and what to expect for AI breakthroughs in 2025. (13:58) China's ice and snow... false 1620 full China's ice and snow economy is thriving, and diverse attractions drive winter tourism nationwide. What is the role of the ice-and-snow economy in China's economic growth? (00:44) The capabilities of Artificial Intelligence have grown by leaps and bounds. We'll look closer at global AI competition and what to expect for AI breakthroughs in 2025. (13:58) Fri, 03 Jan 2025 01:54:00 GMT 1_2714315 As 2024 winds down, we'll discuss some of the biggest economic headlines for China and the world. This year, China introduced a series of economic stimulus policies targeting the housing market, local government debt, and consumer spending. At the annual Central Economic Work Conference, Chinese leaders charted economic plans for 2025. China will pursue a more proactive fiscal policy with a higher deficit-to-GDP ratio and a moderately loose monetary policy. In December, the Federal Reserve cut interest rates by a quarter point in the United States and announced it expects two rate cuts in 2025. In Europe, the European Central Bank cut interest rates four times this year. The eurozone's economy grew by 0.4% in the third quarter. What has been happening in China and the world economy in 2024? What are we looking forward to in 2025? What is the overarching trend in the tech industry? As 2024 winds down, ... false 1620 full As 2024 winds down, we'll discuss some of the biggest economic headlines for China and the world. This year, China introduced a series of economic stimulus policies targeting the housing market, local government debt, and consumer spending. At the annual Central Economic Work Conference, Chinese leaders charted economic plans for 2025. China will pursue a more proactive fiscal policy with a higher deficit-to-GDP ratio and a moderately loose monetary policy. In December, the Federal Reserve cut interest rates by a quarter point in the United States and announced it expects two rate cuts in 2025. In Europe, the European Central Bank cut interest rates four times this year. The eurozone's economy grew by 0.4% in the third quarter. What has been happening in China and the world economy in 2024? What are we looking forward to in 2025? What is the overarching trend in the tech industry? Fri, 27 Dec 2024 02:18:00 GMT 1_2714250 The US Federal Reserve has ended 2024 with another interest rate cut, the third and final of this year. It announced a reduction of 25 basis points. What does the rate cut mean for the U.S. economy? How will the market respond (00:39)? China's latest economic figures signal a steady recovery. Retail sales of consumer goods increased by 3 percent in November from a year earlier. Value-added industrial output grew by 5.4 percent. How strong is the momentum of China’s economy (20:25)? The US Federal Reser... false 1620 full The US Federal Reserve has ended 2024 with another interest rate cut, the third and final of this year. It announced a reduction of 25 basis points. What does the rate cut mean for the U.S. economy? How will the market respond (00:39)? China's latest economic figures signal a steady recovery. Retail sales of consumer goods increased by 3 percent in November from a year earlier. Value-added industrial output grew by 5.4 percent. How strong is the momentum of China’s economy (20:25)? Fri, 20 Dec 2024 02:17:00 GMT 1_2714192 China has held its annual Central Economic Work Conference in Beijing. Chinese leaders have charted economic plans for 2025. The leadership highlighted the year as pivotal in implementing China's 14th five-year plan, adding that China has progressed in high-quality development. The meeting also urged proactive macroeconomic policies to shore up domestic demand, integrate tech innovations into industries, and stabilize property markets. What is the current state of China's economy? What are the major tasks for next year? China has held its a... false 1621 full China has held its annual Central Economic Work Conference in Beijing. Chinese leaders have charted economic plans for 2025. The leadership highlighted the year as pivotal in implementing China's 14th five-year plan, adding that China has progressed in high-quality development. The meeting also urged proactive macroeconomic policies to shore up domestic demand, integrate tech innovations into industries, and stabilize property markets. What is the current state of China's economy? What are the major tasks for next year? Fri, 13 Dec 2024 06:12:00 GMT 1_2714135 China's factory activity has expanded at its fastest pace in five months. What has driven this expansion in China’s manufacturing? What does it say about China's economic recovery (00:39)? New home prices rose faster in November. Will government policies continue to boost market conditions for next year (12:00)? China's factory acti... false 1620 full China's factory activity has expanded at its fastest pace in five months. What has driven this expansion in China’s manufacturing? What does it say about China's economic recovery (00:39)? New home prices rose faster in November. Will government policies continue to boost market conditions for next year (12:00)? Thu, 05 Dec 2024 07:36:00 GMT 1_2714041 China hosted its 2nd International Supply Chain Expo in Beijing. What are the details? How to stabilize and build more trust in the global supply chain (00:42)? Huawei has unveiled its latest smartphone lineup, the Mate 70 series. What are the new features (19:19)? China hosted its 2nd... false 1620 full China hosted its 2nd International Supply Chain Expo in Beijing. What are the details? How to stabilize and build more trust in the global supply chain (00:42)? Huawei has unveiled its latest smartphone lineup, the Mate 70 series. What are the new features (19:19)? Fri, 29 Nov 2024 02:14:00 GMT 1_2713992 Chinese President Xi Jinping outlined China's eight-point action plan for global development at the G20 summit in Brazil. What's the key message (00:49) ? This year's World Internet Conference Wuzhen Summit has its focus on artificial intelligence and its social-economic impact. What’s new in China's AI innovation (18:36)? Chinese President Xi... false 1620 full Chinese President Xi Jinping outlined China's eight-point action plan for global development at the G20 summit in Brazil. What's the key message (00:49) ? This year's World Internet Conference Wuzhen Summit has its focus on artificial intelligence and its social-economic impact. What’s new in China's AI innovation (18:36)? Fri, 22 Nov 2024 05:44:00 GMT 1_2713922 Global leaders have gathered in Peru for the Asia Pacific Economic Cooperation Forum. What are the top issues at this year's APEC meeting? What can APEC do to enhance economic cooperation to promote inclusive and sustainable growth? What’s China's role in it (00:47)? Chinese lawmakers have approved a State Council bill on raising the ceiling of local government debt to replace their existing hidden debts. How will the debt swap operate? How will the additional debt relief impact the Chinese economy (17:10)? Global leaders have ... false 1620 full Global leaders have gathered in Peru for the Asia Pacific Economic Cooperation Forum. What are the top issues at this year's APEC meeting? What can APEC do to enhance economic cooperation to promote inclusive and sustainable growth? What’s China's role in it (00:47)? Chinese lawmakers have approved a State Council bill on raising the ceiling of local government debt to replace their existing hidden debts. How will the debt swap operate? How will the additional debt relief impact the Chinese economy (17:10)? Fri, 15 Nov 2024 05:52:00 GMT 1_2713843 Premier Li Qiang emphasized China's commitment to opening up at the 7th China International Import Expo in Shanghai. What opportunities does China's Import Expo offer to the world (00:43)? The Boeing strike ended when workers accepted a new contract. What are the challenges ahead (18:02)? Premier Li Qiang emp... false 1620 full Premier Li Qiang emphasized China's commitment to opening up at the 7th China International Import Expo in Shanghai. What opportunities does China's Import Expo offer to the world (00:43)? The Boeing strike ended when workers accepted a new contract. What are the challenges ahead (18:02)? Fri, 08 Nov 2024 05:51:00 GMT 1_2713762 China has unveiled new policy measures to support childbirth. What's the reasoning behind these supportive measures? How will this affect Chinese society? What's the possible impact on the Chinese economy (00:41)? The EU has decided to increase tariffs on Chinese-made electric vehicles. What are the implications? Can it really save EU electric vehicle manufacturers (19:01)? China has unveiled n... false 1620 full China has unveiled new policy measures to support childbirth. What's the reasoning behind these supportive measures? How will this affect Chinese society? What's the possible impact on the Chinese economy (00:41)? The EU has decided to increase tariffs on Chinese-made electric vehicles. What are the implications? Can it really save EU electric vehicle manufacturers (19:01)? Fri, 01 Nov 2024 07:06:00 GMT 1_2713683 Chinese President Xi Jinping has called on the BRICS members to advocate for peaceful co-existence and harmony between civilizations (00:44). The International Monetary Fund released its latest world economic outlook. What risks is the world economy facing (15:50)? Chinese President Xi... false 1620 full Chinese President Xi Jinping has called on the BRICS members to advocate for peaceful co-existence and harmony between civilizations (00:44). The International Monetary Fund released its latest world economic outlook. What risks is the world economy facing (15:50)? Fri, 25 Oct 2024 05:44:00 GMT 1_2713609 China says it will soon introduce new fiscal policies to boost the economy. During a recent press conference, Finance Minister Lan Fo'an says the package aims to help local governments defuse their debt risks and bolster the housing market. What is the rationale behind the plan? How will these fiscal policies work together with monetary policy to stabilize the property sector, and boost Chinese economy (00:45)? Tesla has unveiled its latest driverless tech, the Cybercab. How could this new product change the future of transport (19:35)? China says it will s... false 1620 full China says it will soon introduce new fiscal policies to boost the economy. During a recent press conference, Finance Minister Lan Fo'an says the package aims to help local governments defuse their debt risks and bolster the housing market. What is the rationale behind the plan? How will these fiscal policies work together with monetary policy to stabilize the property sector, and boost Chinese economy (00:45)? Tesla has unveiled its latest driverless tech, the Cybercab. How could this new product change the future of transport (19:35)? Fri, 18 Oct 2024 05:38:00 GMT 1_2713546 China has announced measures to boost domestic consumption and revive the housing market as it seeks greater economic growth. China's top economic planner, the National Development and Reform Commission, says it will implement various supportive policies to boost economic growth further. This comes after officials implemented a series of stimulus policies in late September. What effects can we expect from these stimulus measures? What’s the outlook for China’s economy for the rest of the year? China has announced ... false 1620 full China has announced measures to boost domestic consumption and revive the housing market as it seeks greater economic growth. China's top economic planner, the National Development and Reform Commission, says it will implement various supportive policies to boost economic growth further. This comes after officials implemented a series of stimulus policies in late September. What effects can we expect from these stimulus measures? What’s the outlook for China’s economy for the rest of the year? Fri, 11 Oct 2024 05:53:00 GMT 1_2713472 Top-tier Chinese cities Beijing, Shanghai, Guangzhou, and Shenzhen have released a series of measures to boost local property markets. Why are they making these moves now? Can they stimulate China’s property market? What do they mean for individual home buyers (00:41)? We’ll also discuss the future of European competitiveness (17:15). Top-tier Chinese cit... false 1620 full Top-tier Chinese cities Beijing, Shanghai, Guangzhou, and Shenzhen have released a series of measures to boost local property markets. Why are they making these moves now? Can they stimulate China’s property market? What do they mean for individual home buyers (00:41)? We’ll also discuss the future of European competitiveness (17:15). Thu, 03 Oct 2024 07:38:00 GMT 1_2713412 China has announced a slew of policies to support the economy. The measures include cutting the bank's reserve requirement ratio, lowering mortgage rates on existing home loans, and new tools to boost the stock market. Why these specific measures now? How will these supportive policies affect the real estate market and individual home buyers? Can these policies address the market concerns? And what do all these mean for the real economy? China has announced ... false 1620 full China has announced a slew of policies to support the economy. The measures include cutting the bank's reserve requirement ratio, lowering mortgage rates on existing home loans, and new tools to boost the stock market. Why these specific measures now? How will these supportive policies affect the real estate market and individual home buyers? Can these policies address the market concerns? And what do all these mean for the real economy? Fri, 27 Sep 2024 06:49:00 GMT 1_2713348 The U.S. Federal Reserve cut interest rates by half a point. What's the importance of this first cut in four years? What could be the ripple effects (00:42)? OpenAI releases its new AI models featuring “reasoning”abilities. What's unique about it and why do we need it (20:23)? The U.S. Federal Res... false 1620 full The U.S. Federal Reserve cut interest rates by half a point. What's the importance of this first cut in four years? What could be the ripple effects (00:42)? OpenAI releases its new AI models featuring “reasoning”abilities. What's unique about it and why do we need it (20:23)? Fri, 20 Sep 2024 06:16:00 GMT 1_2713264 China's new negative list for foreign investment has removed all access restrictions to the manufacturing sector. What does it mean for China’s further opening up (00:40)? We’ll also take a look at who are on the list of China's top 500 enterprises, and what are their respective strengths(16:35)? China's new negative... false 1620 full China's new negative list for foreign investment has removed all access restrictions to the manufacturing sector. What does it mean for China’s further opening up (00:40)? We’ll also take a look at who are on the list of China's top 500 enterprises, and what are their respective strengths(16:35)? Fri, 13 Sep 2024 02:57:00 GMT 1_2713197 Inflation has eased in the US and Europe, allowing policymakers to lower interest rates later this month. What is the outlook for the global economy? What kind of monetary policy is needed? (00:41) We'll also examine China-Africa trade and economic ties. (19:05) Inflation has eased ... false 1620 full Inflation has eased in the US and Europe, allowing policymakers to lower interest rates later this month. What is the outlook for the global economy? What kind of monetary policy is needed? (00:41) We'll also examine China-Africa trade and economic ties. (19:05) Fri, 06 Sep 2024 06:25:00 GMT 1_2713130 China's industrial profits grew 3.6 percent from January to July, with high-tech manufacturing profits rising by almost 13%. What was the private sector's role (00:45)? US Fed Chair Jerome Powell signaled that an interest rate cut is imminent. How quickly can it come (18:13)? China's industrial p... false 1620 full China's industrial profits grew 3.6 percent from January to July, with high-tech manufacturing profits rising by almost 13%. What was the private sector's role (00:45)? US Fed Chair Jerome Powell signaled that an interest rate cut is imminent. How quickly can it come (18:13)? Fri, 30 Aug 2024 07:04:00 GMT 1_2713068 The 2024 World Robot Conference takes place in Beijing. Humanoid robots take the center stage. What are the latest advancements in robotics technology (00:45)? China's first triple-A video game,"Black Myth: Wukong" has hit the market big time! What is driving its success (15:58)? The 2024 World Robot... false 1620 full The 2024 World Robot Conference takes place in Beijing. Humanoid robots take the center stage. What are the latest advancements in robotics technology (00:45)? China's first triple-A video game,"Black Myth: Wukong" has hit the market big time! What is driving its success (15:58)? Fri, 23 Aug 2024 08:01:00 GMT 1_2713000 The US has released its latest CPI inflation number. How might the Federal Reserve react with its monetary policy? How big a concern is the US national debt level (00:40)? Foxconn is hiring more workers for the world's largest iPhone factory in Henan Province. Why is Apple coming back to China? Why is Apple planning to invest 1 billion yuan to build new business headquarters and a research and development centre in Zhengzhou (16:52)? The US has released ... false 1620 full The US has released its latest CPI inflation number. How might the Federal Reserve react with its monetary policy? How big a concern is the US national debt level (00:40)? Foxconn is hiring more workers for the world's largest iPhone factory in Henan Province. Why is Apple coming back to China? Why is Apple planning to invest 1 billion yuan to build new business headquarters and a research and development centre in Zhengzhou (16:52)? Fri, 16 Aug 2024 04:23:00 GMT 1_2712926 This summer, China is witnessing a booming tennis economy as Chinese player Zheng Qinwen won the women’s singles gold. At the same time, Zhang Zhizhen and Wang Xinyu claimed the silver medal in mixed doubles at the Paris 2024 Olympic Games. How will the historic victories boost China’s tennis economy? (00:45) Goldman Sachs says the chance of a U.S. recession in the next 12 months has risen from 15% to 25%. What contributes to the recession probability, and has the US reached an economic turning point? (14:58) This summer, China i... false 1620 full This summer, China is witnessing a booming tennis economy as Chinese player Zheng Qinwen won the women’s singles gold. At the same time, Zhang Zhizhen and Wang Xinyu claimed the silver medal in mixed doubles at the Paris 2024 Olympic Games. How will the historic victories boost China’s tennis economy? (00:45) Goldman Sachs says the chance of a U.S. recession in the next 12 months has risen from 15% to 25%. What contributes to the recession probability, and has the US reached an economic turning point? (14:58) Fri, 09 Aug 2024 07:29:00 GMT 1_2712843 The International Monetary Fund recently upgraded its economic growth outlook for China while lowering its forecast for the United States. What are the details of the world economy? What challenges lie ahead? And what could be done to deliver a soft landing? The International Mo... false 1620 full The International Monetary Fund recently upgraded its economic growth outlook for China while lowering its forecast for the United States. What are the details of the world economy? What challenges lie ahead? And what could be done to deliver a soft landing? Tue, 30 Jul 2024 01:58:00 GMT 1_2712740 The cost of shipping goods around the world has more than doubled since April. It now costs almost 10,000 US dollars to send a 40-foot container from Shanghai to New York. Meanwhile, China's seaborne container shipments to the US jumped 15 percent by volume yearly in June. What’s the current state of international trade? What is China’s role in it ?(00:42) Elon Musk says Tesla will start using humanoid robots next year. What does this mean for EV sector competition(18:00)? The cost of shipping... false 1620 full The cost of shipping goods around the world has more than doubled since April. It now costs almost 10,000 US dollars to send a 40-foot container from Shanghai to New York. Meanwhile, China's seaborne container shipments to the US jumped 15 percent by volume yearly in June. What’s the current state of international trade? What is China’s role in it ?(00:42) Elon Musk says Tesla will start using humanoid robots next year. What does this mean for EV sector competition(18:00)? Fri, 26 Jul 2024 08:24:00 GMT 1_2712705 China's gross domestic product grew five percent in the first half. How should we interpret the country’s economic growth this year (00:37)? We’ll also take a look at China's humanoid robot sector development. Why is the Chinese market so huge? (19:17) China's gross domest... false 1620 full China's gross domestic product grew five percent in the first half. How should we interpret the country’s economic growth this year (00:37)? We’ll also take a look at China's humanoid robot sector development. Why is the Chinese market so huge? (19:17) Wed, 17 Jul 2024 07:26:00 GMT 1_2712602 The number of internet users in China has reached one billion. What does it mean for China’s digital economy (00:43)? BYD, China's leading electric car maker, has announced an investment of one billion US dollars in Turkiye. Why is it investing now (18:50)? The number of intern... false 1620 full The number of internet users in China has reached one billion. What does it mean for China’s digital economy (00:43)? BYD, China's leading electric car maker, has announced an investment of one billion US dollars in Turkiye. Why is it investing now (18:50)? Fri, 12 Jul 2024 05:22:00 GMT 1_2712556 China's private Caixin manufacturing PMI survey, which covers smaller firms, reached a three-year high of 51.8 in June. Analysts say this is pointing to a steady recovery of China’s economy. Where are the new opportunities in China’s economy (00:40)? The UN General Assembly adopted a resolution by China calling for stronger international cooperation on artificial intelligence (20:07). China's private Caix... false 1620 full China's private Caixin manufacturing PMI survey, which covers smaller firms, reached a three-year high of 51.8 in June. Analysts say this is pointing to a steady recovery of China’s economy. Where are the new opportunities in China’s economy (00:40)? The UN General Assembly adopted a resolution by China calling for stronger international cooperation on artificial intelligence (20:07). Fri, 05 Jul 2024 06:19:00 GMT 1_2712483 Chinese Premier Li Qiang urged global cooperation on scientific and technological issues during his speech at the opening ceremony of the Summer Davos in Dalian. He also called on the international community to work closely and oppose bloc confrontation and decoupling (00:45). China's Ministry of Commerce hit back at US plans to curb investment in critical Chinese tech industries (22:25). Chinese Premier Li Q... false 1620 full Chinese Premier Li Qiang urged global cooperation on scientific and technological issues during his speech at the opening ceremony of the Summer Davos in Dalian. He also called on the international community to work closely and oppose bloc confrontation and decoupling (00:45). China's Ministry of Commerce hit back at US plans to curb investment in critical Chinese tech industries (22:25). Fri, 28 Jun 2024 06:27:00 GMT 1_2712395 The National Bureau of Statistics says China's economic performance remained stable in May with improvements in major indicators, especially in high-tech manufacturing. However, the bureau also says challenges remain at home and abroad. What is the current state of the Chinese economy? What are the signals behind the indicators? And what has China done to cope with its current challenges (00:39)? We'll also look at how the country is making efforts to boost innovation (20:24). The National Bureau ... false 1620 full The National Bureau of Statistics says China's economic performance remained stable in May with improvements in major indicators, especially in high-tech manufacturing. However, the bureau also says challenges remain at home and abroad. What is the current state of the Chinese economy? What are the signals behind the indicators? And what has China done to cope with its current challenges (00:39)? We'll also look at how the country is making efforts to boost innovation (20:24). Fri, 21 Jun 2024 06:52:00 GMT 1_2712311 China says it's strongly dissatisfied with the European plan to impose provisional duties on imports of Chinese electric vehicles. What is behind this EU decision? What specific impacts will they have on China's new energy vehicle exports to the European market (00:40)? Apple says ChatGPT will be accessible on its devices later this year (18:25). China says it's stro... false 1620 full China says it's strongly dissatisfied with the European plan to impose provisional duties on imports of Chinese electric vehicles. What is behind this EU decision? What specific impacts will they have on China's new energy vehicle exports to the European market (00:40)? Apple says ChatGPT will be accessible on its devices later this year (18:25). Fri, 14 Jun 2024 06:45:00 GMT 1_2712251 OPEC+ has agreed to extend over 60 percent of its oil output cuts well into next year. Why is this extension needed(00:43)? Congestion at Singapore port has escalated, leading to significant shipping delays and price surges. What does it mean for global supply chains (15:43)? OPEC+ has agreed to ... false 1620 full OPEC+ has agreed to extend over 60 percent of its oil output cuts well into next year. Why is this extension needed(00:43)? Congestion at Singapore port has escalated, leading to significant shipping delays and price surges. What does it mean for global supply chains (15:43)? Fri, 07 Jun 2024 06:11:00 GMT 1_2712120 The International Monetary Fund expects China’s economy to grow 5% this year, raising its forecast from the previous 4.6%. The IMF credits this revision to China’s strong economic performance in the first quarter and a raft of new policy measures. What are the main drivers for China’s economy right now (00:40)? China has set up its third investment fund to boost its chip industry. What will be the focal areas of the third phase of the Big Fund for its investment (16:33)? The International Mo... false 1620 full The International Monetary Fund expects China’s economy to grow 5% this year, raising its forecast from the previous 4.6%. The IMF credits this revision to China’s strong economic performance in the first quarter and a raft of new policy measures. What are the main drivers for China’s economy right now (00:40)? China has set up its third investment fund to boost its chip industry. What will be the focal areas of the third phase of the Big Fund for its investment (16:33)? Fri, 31 May 2024 07:00:00 GMT 1_2712040 China has announced historic steps to stabilize its property sector, including removing mortgage rate floors and lowering the minimum down payment ratios. What do these measures mean for China’s property sector? How has the market responded (00:40)? Microsoft has announced its new products with a heavy focus on artificial intelligence. Meanwhile, the European Union has approved new landmark rules regarding artificial intelligence. How could companies balance safety and the pace of technology advancement in AI (20:04)? China has announced ... false 1620 full China has announced historic steps to stabilize its property sector, including removing mortgage rate floors and lowering the minimum down payment ratios. What do these measures mean for China’s property sector? How has the market responded (00:40)? Microsoft has announced its new products with a heavy focus on artificial intelligence. Meanwhile, the European Union has approved new landmark rules regarding artificial intelligence. How could companies balance safety and the pace of technology advancement in AI (20:04)? Fri, 24 May 2024 06:34:00 GMT 1_2711967 US President Joe Biden has announced higher tariffs on Chinese goods. The increases apply to about 18 billion US dollars of imports from China, including electric vehicles, semiconductors and solar cells. China says the US decision to impose additional tariffs on Chinese imports is politicizing trade and economic issues. Will the US tariff hikes increase costs for US consumers? To what extent will it damage global industrial and supply chains (00:38)? The OECD has recently given its updated forecast on global economic growth, which it expects to hit 3.1 % this year. What’s the current state of global economy (12:39)? US President Joe Bid... false 1620 full US President Joe Biden has announced higher tariffs on Chinese goods. The increases apply to about 18 billion US dollars of imports from China, including electric vehicles, semiconductors and solar cells. China says the US decision to impose additional tariffs on Chinese imports is politicizing trade and economic issues. Will the US tariff hikes increase costs for US consumers? To what extent will it damage global industrial and supply chains (00:38)? The OECD has recently given its updated forecast on global economic growth, which it expects to hit 3.1 % this year. What’s the current state of global economy (12:39)? Fri, 17 May 2024 06:11:00 GMT 1_2711892 During President Xi Jinping's visit to France, China and France issued joint statements on strengthening cooperation and coordination in multiple areas. The two sides have signed 18 cooperation agreements between government agencies in aviation, AI governance, people-to-people exchanges, green development, and agricultural cooperation. Following the visit to France, President Xi Jinping also pays state visits to Serbia and Hungary. So, what message does President Xi’s trip to Europe send? What’s the impact of his visit on boosting economic cooperation between China and Europe? During President Xi ... false 1620 full During President Xi Jinping's visit to France, China and France issued joint statements on strengthening cooperation and coordination in multiple areas. The two sides have signed 18 cooperation agreements between government agencies in aviation, AI governance, people-to-people exchanges, green development, and agricultural cooperation. Following the visit to France, President Xi Jinping also pays state visits to Serbia and Hungary. So, what message does President Xi’s trip to Europe send? What’s the impact of his visit on boosting economic cooperation between China and Europe? Fri, 10 May 2024 07:41:00 GMT 1_2711827 The 2024 Beijing International Automotive Exhibition has been held with electric and hybrid vehicles taking center stage. Featuring nearly 280 new energy models, the event impressed visitors with advanced technologies and affordable options. What are the show’s highlights, how can automakers maintain competitiveness moving forward? Tesla CEO Elon Musk is hundreds of billions of dollars richer after receiving encouraging news during his latest China trip. The company's locally produced EVs passed the country's data security test, and the US automaker secured a deal to use maps from China’s search giant Baidu. How will these developments pave the way for Tesla’s Full Self-Driving rollout in China? The 2024 Beijing Int... false 1620 full The 2024 Beijing International Automotive Exhibition has been held with electric and hybrid vehicles taking center stage. Featuring nearly 280 new energy models, the event impressed visitors with advanced technologies and affordable options. What are the show’s highlights, how can automakers maintain competitiveness moving forward? Tesla CEO Elon Musk is hundreds of billions of dollars richer after receiving encouraging news during his latest China trip. The company's locally produced EVs passed the country's data security test, and the US automaker secured a deal to use maps from China’s search giant Baidu. How will these developments pave the way for Tesla’s Full Self-Driving rollout in China? Fri, 03 May 2024 12:48:00 GMT 1_2711741 Some US and Western politicians and media outlets have recently claimed "overcapacity" in China's industrial sector. They have focused on the growth of Chinese manufacturing in new green industries like electric vehicles, lithium-ion batteries, and solar panels. In 2023, China became the world's largest auto exporter, with a significant increase in sales of new energy vehicles. What's behind China's NEV success? Why does the "overcapacity" narrative conflict with the global demand for new energy vehicles and basic economic principles? Some US and Western ... false 1620 full Some US and Western politicians and media outlets have recently claimed "overcapacity" in China's industrial sector. They have focused on the growth of Chinese manufacturing in new green industries like electric vehicles, lithium-ion batteries, and solar panels. In 2023, China became the world's largest auto exporter, with a significant increase in sales of new energy vehicles. What's behind China's NEV success? Why does the "overcapacity" narrative conflict with the global demand for new energy vehicles and basic economic principles? Fri, 26 Apr 2024 06:54:00 GMT 1_2711662 China's economy shows sustained recovery and improvement in the first quarter, with GDP growth hitting 5.3%. Data shows that increased retail sales, investment growth, and increasing imports and exports all indicate the steady recovery of the country's economy. We’ll also hear about the latest consumption trends from the China International Consumer Products Expo in Hainan (00:53). The IMF has lifted its global economic outlook for this year to 3.2 percent. What are the challenges and opportunities facing the world economy (19:40)? China's economy show... false 1620 full China's economy shows sustained recovery and improvement in the first quarter, with GDP growth hitting 5.3%. Data shows that increased retail sales, investment growth, and increasing imports and exports all indicate the steady recovery of the country's economy. We’ll also hear about the latest consumption trends from the China International Consumer Products Expo in Hainan (00:53). The IMF has lifted its global economic outlook for this year to 3.2 percent. What are the challenges and opportunities facing the world economy (19:40)? Fri, 19 Apr 2024 06:27:00 GMT 1_2711589 U.S. Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen wrapped up her visit to China. What are the highlights of the visit (00:46)? The U.S. consumer price index rose 3.5% in March. What does the latest figure mean for the Federal Reserve’s future interest rate cuts (14:36)? U.S. Treasury Secret... false 1620 full U.S. Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen wrapped up her visit to China. What are the highlights of the visit (00:46)? The U.S. consumer price index rose 3.5% in March. What does the latest figure mean for the Federal Reserve’s future interest rate cuts (14:36)? Fri, 12 Apr 2024 05:56:00 GMT 1_2711516 China's manufacturing sector experienced its most rapid expansion in over a year in March. The official PMI rose from 49.1 in February to 50.8 in March. What does it mean for China's economy (00:37)? A survey conducted by Japan's central bank reveals that business sentiment among major non-manufacturing companies in the country has reached a three-decade high in the first quarter of 2024. What's the current state of Japan's economy, and what is the key that will allow the central bank to raise interest rates again (18:25)? China's manufacturin... false 1620 full China's manufacturing sector experienced its most rapid expansion in over a year in March. The official PMI rose from 49.1 in February to 50.8 in March. What does it mean for China's economy (00:37)? A survey conducted by Japan's central bank reveals that business sentiment among major non-manufacturing companies in the country has reached a three-decade high in the first quarter of 2024. What's the current state of Japan's economy, and what is the key that will allow the central bank to raise interest rates again (18:25)? Fri, 05 Apr 2024 08:18:00 GMT 1_2711448 The Boao Forum for Asia was held this week in Hainan province. Global security, the world economy, science and technology innovation, and the impact of artificial intelligence topped the agenda. The forum has released its annual report on Asia's economic prospects, calling for growth of 4.5% this year, supported mainly by solid consumption. What are the driving forces for Asia’s economy? What are the potential challenges? What advantages do Asian economies have when it comes to disruptive technologies like AI？ The Boao Forum for A... false 1620 full The Boao Forum for Asia was held this week in Hainan province. Global security, the world economy, science and technology innovation, and the impact of artificial intelligence topped the agenda. The forum has released its annual report on Asia's economic prospects, calling for growth of 4.5% this year, supported mainly by solid consumption. What are the driving forces for Asia’s economy? What are the potential challenges? What advantages do Asian economies have when it comes to disruptive technologies like AI？ Fri, 29 Mar 2024 01:49:00 GMT 1_2711376 China's industrial output grew 7% in the year's first two months, beating expectations and marking a solid start for China's economy in 2024. Meanwhile, China has issued a broad plan to attract foreign investment further. What are the new opportunities in China (00:40)? US tech giant NVIDIA unveils its new super-chip as it drives closer cooperation with Chinese EV maker BYD (17:27). China's industrial o... false 1620 full China's industrial output grew 7% in the year's first two months, beating expectations and marking a solid start for China's economy in 2024. Meanwhile, China has issued a broad plan to attract foreign investment further. What are the new opportunities in China (00:40)? US tech giant NVIDIA unveils its new super-chip as it drives closer cooperation with Chinese EV maker BYD (17:27). Fri, 22 Mar 2024 06:57:00 GMT 1_2711317 China's auto exports jumped over 30 percent in the first two months of this year. What were the main factors (00:43)? Japan's economy has narrowly avoided recession after revising its official economic growth figures. However, Tokyo's stock market has been riding high since the beginning of the year despite economic stagnation. How does that happen? Is Japan's economy at a turning point (17:50)? China's auto exports... false 1620 full China's auto exports jumped over 30 percent in the first two months of this year. What were the main factors (00:43)? Japan's economy has narrowly avoided recession after revising its official economic growth figures. However, Tokyo's stock market has been riding high since the beginning of the year despite economic stagnation. How does that happen? Is Japan's economy at a turning point (17:50)? Fri, 15 Mar 2024 06:06:00 GMT 1_2711219 Economic issues are a focal point for China's national legislators and political advisors during this year's Two Sessions. China has set an economic growth target of around 5% for 2024. What messages have been sent from this year's Two Sessions? How will they shape China's economic future? Economic issues are ... false 1620 full Economic issues are a focal point for China's national legislators and political advisors during this year's Two Sessions. China has set an economic growth target of around 5% for 2024. What messages have been sent from this year's Two Sessions? How will they shape China's economic future? Fri, 08 Mar 2024 06:06:00 GMT 1_2711067 Trade ministers worldwide have gathered in Abu Dhabi for a World Trade Organization meeting to set new global commerce rules. "Don't take economic resilience for granted" -- that's the message from WTO chief Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala. What are the most significant challenges for global trade? What does it mean for the global economy? What is China's role in international trade and economic growth? Trade ministers worl... false 1620 full Trade ministers worldwide have gathered in Abu Dhabi for a World Trade Organization meeting to set new global commerce rules. "Don't take economic resilience for granted" -- that's the message from WTO chief Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala. What are the most significant challenges for global trade? What does it mean for the global economy? What is China's role in international trade and economic growth? Fri, 01 Mar 2024 07:54:00 GMT 1_2710991 China’s central bank has cut its benchmark five-year mortgage rate by 25 basis points. What does it mean for the property sector? And what does it mean for the economy this year (00:38)? OpenAI has revealed a new Artificial Intelligence tool called “Sora.” What does the latest leap in AI mean for different industries? How should people prepare for it (17:57)? China’s central bank... false 1620 full China’s central bank has cut its benchmark five-year mortgage rate by 25 basis points. What does it mean for the property sector? And what does it mean for the economy this year (00:38)? OpenAI has revealed a new Artificial Intelligence tool called “Sora.” What does the latest leap in AI mean for different industries? How should people prepare for it (17:57)? Fri, 23 Feb 2024 02:23:00 GMT 1_2710864 Chinese consumers have flexed their spending power during this year’s Spring Festival holiday (00:40). China's digital finance has gone global, enabling tourists to travel abroad with "one wallet.”So, what are the main drivers for China's digital finance and digital economy? What does this growth say about China’s economic policy (15:20)? Chinese consumers ha... false 1620 full Chinese consumers have flexed their spending power during this year’s Spring Festival holiday (00:40). China's digital finance has gone global, enabling tourists to travel abroad with "one wallet.”So, what are the main drivers for China's digital finance and digital economy? What does this growth say about China’s economic policy (15:20)? Thu, 15 Feb 2024 08:45:00 GMT 1_2710711 Across China, vibrant Spring Festival celebrations are underway as the nation reaches the pinnacle of its most important holiday season. The Chinese Lunar New Year is about homecomings. This year, Chunyun, or the Spring Festival travel rush, is expected to set a new record of nine billion passenger trips during the 40-day travel peak. Meanwhile, China's leading online shopping platforms also capitalize on the traditional high-spending season. So, what are some of the new trends in China’s Spring Festival tourism and consumption? What does all this say about the country's economy (00:38) ? We also take a look at global AI governance (19:40). Across China, vibran... false 1620 full Across China, vibrant Spring Festival celebrations are underway as the nation reaches the pinnacle of its most important holiday season. The Chinese Lunar New Year is about homecomings. This year, Chunyun, or the Spring Festival travel rush, is expected to set a new record of nine billion passenger trips during the 40-day travel peak. Meanwhile, China's leading online shopping platforms also capitalize on the traditional high-spending season. So, what are some of the new trends in China’s Spring Festival tourism and consumption? What does all this say about the country's economy (00:38) ? We also take a look at global AI governance (19:40). Fri, 09 Feb 2024 01:56:00 GMT 1_2710675 The International Monetary Fund has revised its outlook for the global economy this year. It now predicts global growth will hit 3.1 % in 2024. What’s the current situation of the global economy? What are some of the main challenges lying ahead? Can the international economy avoid a “hard landing"?（00:43) China urges breakthroughs in GPUs, robotics, and quantum computing to drive “future industries".（20:12） The International Mo... false 1620 full The International Monetary Fund has revised its outlook for the global economy this year. It now predicts global growth will hit 3.1 % in 2024. What’s the current situation of the global economy? What are some of the main challenges lying ahead? Can the international economy avoid a “hard landing"?（00:43) China urges breakthroughs in GPUs, robotics, and quantum computing to drive “future industries".（20:12） Fri, 02 Feb 2024 07:18:00 GMT 1_2710596 Global shipping rates are rising as Houthi forces continue to attack ships in the Red Sea. Data shows that the cost of shipping from Asia to Northern Europe has surged 460% compared to mid-October. The IMF says maritime traffic through the Suez Canal is down 37% this year. What is the impact of the Red Sea crisis on global logistics and the economy (00:40)? The World Tourism Organization says global tourism will fully recover from the pandemic in 2024. What’s the driving force behind the rebound of tourism activity (18:38)? Global shipping rate... false 1620 full Global shipping rates are rising as Houthi forces continue to attack ships in the Red Sea. Data shows that the cost of shipping from Asia to Northern Europe has surged 460% compared to mid-October. The IMF says maritime traffic through the Suez Canal is down 37% this year. What is the impact of the Red Sea crisis on global logistics and the economy (00:40)? The World Tourism Organization says global tourism will fully recover from the pandemic in 2024. What’s the driving force behind the rebound of tourism activity (18:38)? Fri, 26 Jan 2024 07:38:00 GMT 1_2710517 Chinese Premier Li Qiang has addressed the World Economic Forum, highlighting China's contribution to global economic growth (00:45). China's 2023 economic performance exceeded expectations, with GDP increasing 5.2%. What does this figure reveal about the overall economic landscape in China, and can we infer any specific trends or opportunities from this growth rate (17:58)? Chinese Premier Li Q... false 1620 full Chinese Premier Li Qiang has addressed the World Economic Forum, highlighting China's contribution to global economic growth (00:45). China's 2023 economic performance exceeded expectations, with GDP increasing 5.2%. What does this figure reveal about the overall economic landscape in China, and can we infer any specific trends or opportunities from this growth rate (17:58)? Fri, 19 Jan 2024 09:09:00 GMT 1_2710448 China's "ice and snow city" Harbin is seeing an unprecedented influx of tourists. Many people from warmer parts of the country flock to the frosty North. What is behind this tourism miracle in Harbin? Is it part of a new driving force for the revival of China's Northeast region (00:39)? China plans to facilitate common prosperity through the digital economy (15:50). China's "ice and sno... false 1620 full China's "ice and snow city" Harbin is seeing an unprecedented influx of tourists. Many people from warmer parts of the country flock to the frosty North. What is behind this tourism miracle in Harbin? Is it part of a new driving force for the revival of China's Northeast region (00:39)? China plans to facilitate common prosperity through the digital economy (15:50). Fri, 12 Jan 2024 06:45:00 GMT 1_2710365 China’s Caixin manufacturing PMI rose to 50.8 in December from 50.7 in November. Meanwhile, China's official PMI, which includes both manufacturing and non-manufacturing activities, came in at 50.3 in December. How is Caixin manufacturing PMI different from the official PMI? What can it tell about China's manufacturing sector? And what’s the current situation of China’s economy (00:44)? The first home-built cruise ship in China sets sail on its maiden voyage (19:55). China’s Caixin manuf... false 1620 full China’s Caixin manufacturing PMI rose to 50.8 in December from 50.7 in November. Meanwhile, China's official PMI, which includes both manufacturing and non-manufacturing activities, came in at 50.3 in December. How is Caixin manufacturing PMI different from the official PMI? What can it tell about China's manufacturing sector? And what’s the current situation of China’s economy (00:44)? The first home-built cruise ship in China sets sail on its maiden voyage (19:55). Fri, 05 Jan 2024 07:04:00 GMT 1_2710301 The world economy has weathered a lot of challenges this year. Many international institutions expect global growth to slow in 2024 due to elevated interest rates, higher energy prices, and geopolitical uncertainties. What has been happening for the global economy in 2023? What are the challenges expected ahead? Can technological advancements deliver new drivers for the global economy? The world economy ha... false 1620 full The world economy has weathered a lot of challenges this year. Many international institutions expect global growth to slow in 2024 due to elevated interest rates, higher energy prices, and geopolitical uncertainties. What has been happening for the global economy in 2023? What are the challenges expected ahead? Can technological advancements deliver new drivers for the global economy? Fri, 29 Dec 2023 06:22:00 GMT 1_2710235 This year marks the 45th anniversary of China's reform and opening up. It's also been ten years since China decided to deepen reforms. China is now the world's second-largest economy and the largest manufacturer. What does it mean when we talk about reform and opening-up? How has China's economy developed over the past 45 years（00：43）? We'll also look at ChatGPT. Nature magazine has included it among the top 10 most influential researchers of the year (16:43). This year marks the ... false 1561 full This year marks the 45th anniversary of China's reform and opening up. It's also been ten years since China decided to deepen reforms. China is now the world's second-largest economy and the largest manufacturer. What does it mean when we talk about reform and opening-up? How has China's economy developed over the past 45 years（00：43）? We'll also look at ChatGPT. Nature magazine has included it among the top 10 most influential researchers of the year (16:43). Fri, 22 Dec 2023 02:23:00 GMT 1_2710154 China held its annual Central Economic Work Conference this week as Chinese leaders decided on the priorities for next year's economic work. How does China plan to navigate through headwinds and boost its economic recovery in 2024? What favorable factors will continue to support China as a significant contributor to the global economy? China held its annua... false 1620 full China held its annual Central Economic Work Conference this week as Chinese leaders decided on the priorities for next year's economic work. How does China plan to navigate through headwinds and boost its economic recovery in 2024? What favorable factors will continue to support China as a significant contributor to the global economy? Fri, 15 Dec 2023 05:54:00 GMT 1_2710076 Chinese President Xi Jinping has called on Shanghai to deepen reform and opening up. What is Shanghai’s role in China’s high-quality development (00:44)? We’ll also take a look at how China’s car makers managed to get ahead in the EV era (11:15). Chinese President Xi... false 1620 full Chinese President Xi Jinping has called on Shanghai to deepen reform and opening up. What is Shanghai’s role in China’s high-quality development (00:44)? We’ll also take a look at how China’s car makers managed to get ahead in the EV era (11:15). Fri, 08 Dec 2023 01:43:00 GMT 1_2709936 The first China International Supply Chain Expo was held in Beijing this week. It aimed to provide a platform for enterprises to expand trade and investment cooperation. It covered many areas, including smart vehicles, green agriculture, clean energy, and digital technology. What must be done to stabilize and build more trust in the global supply chain (00:44)? Germany's GDP fell by 0.1 points in the third quarter compared with Q2. Is Germany’s economy headed for a recession (18:23)? The first China Inte... false 1620 full The first China International Supply Chain Expo was held in Beijing this week. It aimed to provide a platform for enterprises to expand trade and investment cooperation. It covered many areas, including smart vehicles, green agriculture, clean energy, and digital technology. What must be done to stabilize and build more trust in the global supply chain (00:44)? Germany's GDP fell by 0.1 points in the third quarter compared with Q2. Is Germany’s economy headed for a recession (18:23)? Fri, 01 Dec 2023 02:48:00 GMT 1_2709814 The artificial intelligence sector has faced high drama recently, partly because of OpenAI and its CEO, Sam Altman. Altman is back as CEO after OpenAI’s board fired him a few days ago, and staff nearly revolted. Meanwhile, AI is already transforming the workplace. How will the development of AI change our work and life? What should be done to regulate it (00:41)? China and Saudi Arabia have signed a local currency swap agreement. What does it mean for the two countries (21:30)? The artificial intel... false 1620 full The artificial intelligence sector has faced high drama recently, partly because of OpenAI and its CEO, Sam Altman. Altman is back as CEO after OpenAI’s board fired him a few days ago, and staff nearly revolted. Meanwhile, AI is already transforming the workplace. How will the development of AI change our work and life? What should be done to regulate it (00:41)? China and Saudi Arabia have signed a local currency swap agreement. What does it mean for the two countries (21:30)? Fri, 24 Nov 2023 02:10:00 GMT 1_2709705