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The Beijing Hour
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200 episodes
1 day ago
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The Beijing Hour
Concerns grow within Japan's aquaculture industry under strained relations with China
Japan's aquaculture industry is blaming Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi for uncertainties in exports and is demanding the government address their concerns (02:29). China says it's ready to make joint efforts toward multilateralism as Premier Li Qiang arrives in South Africa to attend the G20 Summit (16:21). And Ukraine says it has received a U.S. peace plan, while Russia denied consultations with Washington (24:49).
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The Beijing Hour
Japan's hospitality industry suffering under strained relations with China
Travel agencies and hotel operators in Japan are dreading a difficult season ahead as Chinese tourists cancel orders under diplomatic tensions (10:27). China and Kyrgyzstan have pledged mutual support for each other's sovereignty and development after the first foreign ministers' strategic dialogue (15:47). And Washington reportedly expects Ukraine to concede some land under a peace plan that Kyiv said it had no role in drafting (25:08).
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2 days ago
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The Beijing Hour
Chinese premier urges SCO to focus on key areas of development and security
Chinese authorities say Japan's claims of existential threats are an excuse to justify aggression (01:03). Chinese Premier Li Qiang has called on the Shanghai Cooperation Organization to stimulate vitality for innovation and transformation (15:37). And a bill requiring the release of files on convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein has cleared the U.S. House with only one objection (25:43).
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3 days ago
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The Beijing Hour
Hainan Free Trade Port marks one month until independent customs operations
China has lodged representations over the Japanese prime minister's recent remarks over the Taiwan region during a meeting between foreign affairs officials (01:08). Island-wide independent customs operations in Hainan will link the free trade port with global markets, and reduce costs while increasing efficiency (10:25). And the UN Security Council has adopted a U.S. plan authorizing an international stabilization force in Gaza, but China abstained saying it fails to address critical details and does not give the UN a clear role in Gaza's future (22:49).
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4 days ago
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The Beijing Hour
No room for ambiguity or misinterpretation on documents about Taiwan Question: ministry
China is urging Japan to honor its commitments to the four political documents in which Japan acknowledges that Taiwan is Chinese territory (01:03). Chinese Premier Li Qiang is discussing the future of the Shanghai Cooperation Organization at a meeting in Russia (12:47). And Hainan Province is making final preparations for independent customs operations that will begin next month (14:20).
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5 days ago
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The Beijing Hour
China, Thailand pledge to align development plans as ties enter another 50 years
The heads of state from China and Thailand have expressed readiness to lead relations into a new era, as President Xi Jinping welcomed Thai King Maha Vajiralongkorn on his first state visit to China (01:16). The Shenzhou-20 astronauts have safely arrived home aboard the Shenzhou-21 spacecraft following a delay caused by a cracked spacecraft window (11:51). And China has slammed Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi's remarks about the Taiwan region, warning Tokyo of heavy prices for any intervention (13:18).
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1 week ago
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The Beijing Hour
U.S. president signs funding bill ending record 43-day government shutdown
The newly-passed bill will fund the U.S. federal government until January, but analysts say the economic losses during the longest shutdown in history are irreversible (01:03). Brazil's COP30 presidency says climate talks are showing good momentum, but it will extend negotiations to buy time for reaching agreements on climate goals (14:36). And China's "Singles Day" shopping festival has set a new record with 14 billion parcels (35:49).
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1 week ago
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The Beijing Hour
China, Spain reaffirm friendly ties, pledge deeper cooperation
Chinese President Xi Jinping and Spanish King Felipe VI have discussed the two countries' long-lasting friendship and pledged to advance ties through 10 newly-signed cooperation documents (01:04). The China Pavilion on the sidelines of COP30 is sharing experiences and wisdom from China's climate response (03:12). And a funding bill that will ensure the reopening of the U.S. government has cleared the Senate before expected approval in the House (19:08).
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Spanish king emphasizes closer China ties during inaugural state visit
Spanish King Felipe VI has discussed trade and economic ties at a forum in Chengdu during his first state visit to China since ascending to the throne (01:02). China is demonstrating its commitments and achievements in tackling climate issues at its pavilion during COP30 in Belem (11:59). And in a major milestone in China's auto industry, NEV sales in October accounted for more than half of all new cars sold in the country (37:16).
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The Beijing Hour
CIIE concludes with $83.4 billion in tentative deals
While exhibitors and buyers struck a record value of tentative deals at the China International Import Expo that concluded on Monday, participants say the event's true impact lies in the lasting partnerships it forges, extending its influence far beyond the six-day fair (01:00). China has pledged to work with the international community to promote green development and address climate challenges (14:21). And the U.S. Senate has passed a bipartisan spending bill in a first step to end the longest government shutdown (24:09).
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Fujian aircraft carrier enters active service
Chinese President Xi Jinping has attended the commissioning ceremony of the country's third aircraft carrier and inspected the vessel that is equipped with electromagnetic catapult launch capabilities (00:58). China's foreign trade in goods climbed 3.6 percent in the first 10 months, led by robust exchanges with ASEAN countries (09:04). And China's vice premier, attending the climate summit in Brazil, has pledged to fulfill the country's climate commitments and urged multilateralism (18:35).
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2 weeks ago
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The Beijing Hour
China's openness increases nearly 30% since 1990: report
The World Openness Report released at a forum running in tandem with the China International Import Expo shows that openness and cooperation are the inevitable path for world peace and development (01:00). China's new measures on facilitating travel and opening up include adding more ports of entry eligible for 24-hour visa-free transit (12:37). And U.S. aviation authorities are cutting air traffic under a shortage of controllers because of the government shutdown (24:25).
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2 weeks ago
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Chinese premier reaffirms development, openness through CIIE
Chinese premier Li Qiang has hailed the China International Import Expo as a bridge connecting the world, and an entrance to the Chinese economy (01:06). A special C919 aircraft featuring iconic landmark and cultural elements of the host region is serving athletes and spectators during the National Games (19:22). And the impacts of the longest government shutdown in U.S. history are spilling over into Canada (23:49).
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2 weeks ago
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Multinational enterprises see investment opportunities through CIIE
As the China International Import Expo gets ready to welcome guests on Wednesday, companies seeking a larger market share through China's opening up expect the CIIE to help them gauge demand and trends (04:55). China's Shenzhou-20 astronauts are coming home from the Tiangong Space Station, after they cooked and shared chicken wings and steak with the Shenzhou-21 crew (12:37). And Senate Democrats and Republicans have discussed a possible off ramp to the U.S. government shutdown, as the Trump administration says it will partially fund the SNAP food aid program (21:16).
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2 weeks ago
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The Beijing Hour
China takes further steps to facilitate tourism
International leaders are beginning to arrive in Shanghai for the International Import Expo, where Chinese Premier Li Qiang will deliver a speech (01:01). China will exempt visa requirements for Swedish passport holders, and allow travel agencies to resume services for tourist groups to Canada (11:04). And British police say there is only one suspect in the weekend stabbing attack, and they don't believe the incident is an act of terrorism (27:15).
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President Xi urges multilateralism, openness at APEC meetings
Chinese President Xi Jinping has proposed efforts to safeguard the multilateral trading system and pledged to share more development opportunities from China (01:04). The Chinese defense minister is calling for peaceful relations between the militaries of China and the United States (32:28). And the United Nations Security Council is urging an immediate end to the violence in Sudan (22:18).
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3 weeks ago
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Chinese, U.S. leaders agree good relations benefit both countries and the world
Chinese President Xi Jinping says the heads of state of China and the United States should steer the direction and ensure the advancement of bilateral ties for the benefit of both countries and the world (01:02). China's Shenzhou-21 manned mission will take four mice to the Tiangong Space Station (13:27). And Hurricane Melissa has killed at least 25 people in Haiti, after leaving a trail of destruction in Jamaica and Cuba (22:13).
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3 weeks ago
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Chinese, U.S. leaders to meet in South Korea ahead of APEC meeting
Chinese President Xi Jinping and U.S. President Donald Trump are meeting in Busan ahead of the APEC meeting in Gyeongju, South Korea (01:04). The China Securities Regulatory Commission has launched a new plan to streamline the qualified foreign investor regime as part of the country's new measures to further open the market (36:19). And Melissa has hit Cuba and Jamaica as one of the strongest hurricanes on record in the region (23:23).
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3 weeks ago
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China, ASEAN sign protocol for Free Trade Area 3.0
The upgraded China-ASEAN Free Trade Area covers nine new sectors such as the digital economy and green economy that the two sides are hoping to work on together for regional prosperity (01:06). Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi has spoken with U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio about developing one of the world's most important bilateral relationships (11:03). And China's central bank has resumed trading treasury bonds in the open market (36:52).
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3 weeks ago
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Chinese Premier urges new successes for East Asia, closer ties with ASEAN
Chinese Premier Li Qiang has highlighted the economic resilience and vitality in East Asia, and pledged to strengthen the alignment of development strategies with ASEAN (01:06). China and the United States have reached a basic consensus on arrangements to address each other's trade concerns after talks in Malaysia (09:01). And major industrial firms in China have reported a 3.2 percent rise in profits in the first nine months (38:10).
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3 weeks ago
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The Beijing Hour
Breaking news, business, up-to-date sports, and the hottest entertainment happenings, from the unique Chinese perspective.