In this special program, we focus on the challenges and opportunities of global governance today. Over the decades, the United Nations has gathered most countries together, with the hope to take on common problems and find shared solutions. How much does the UN platform still matter today in a more fragmented world?

Chinese President Xi Jinping has delivered his New Year address and reviewed the country's economic, social and technological development. He also addressed key issues around national security and global governance, and laid out the country's direction for the new year. What are China's most significant achievements in 2025, and what challenges and opportunities may lay ahead in 2026?

Figures from the China Film Administration show that China's box office revenue in 2025 exceeded 50 billion yuan, or around 7 billion U.S. dollars, by December 13. What does that tell us about Chinese consumer confidence? What does the number tell us about the influence of Chinese films within the global film industry?

Multiple forces of the Chinese People's Liberation Army Eastern Theater Command started drills code-named "Justice Mission 2025" around Taiwan on Monday. Our guests shared their views in the panel discussion.

As the global economy navigates transitions, emerging markets like China are driving growth with a focus on green transformation and high-quality development. The New Development Bank (NDB) plays a key role by funding infrastructure and sustainable projects in these economies. Here's our latest conversation with Dilma Rousseff, President of the New Development Bank.

2025 marks the 10th anniversary of the Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank. In a decade, the AIIB has approved over 68 billion U.S. dollars for more than 350 projects across roughly 40 economies. What role do multilateral lenders like the AIIB play, and how has the bank adapted to a rapidly changing global landscape?

The trajectory of China-U.S. ties remains a central question for global stability. Will American businesses return to China, and how can countries navigate rising trade barriers and economic uncertainty?

French President Emmanuel Macron penned a piece in the Financial Times this week, calling for "immediate and coordinated action" to rebalance economic relations between the EU and China. What is the nature of China-EU economic and trade ties? How do China-EU and U.S.-EU relations influence each other?

Will AI bring international competition, confrontation, or cooperation between the U.S. and China? Two industry experts discuss the possible benefits and challenges ahead for AI governance.

Boosting domestic demand is seen as a crucial step to ensuring the Chinese economy's long-term growth and stability. Key to these plans is the Hainan Free Trade Port that will begin island-wide independent customs operations on December 18. How mature is China's opening-up efforts? How far could Hainan go as an international free trade port?

The International Monetary Fund has raised its forecast for China's economic growth for 2025 to 5%, up by 0.2 percentage points from its previous estimate in October. What are the reasons behind it?

China held the "1+10" Dialogue with heads of major international economic organizations in Beijing this week. The Global South now collectively has a way bigger stake, with over 40 percent of total world trade. Yet, developing nations hold just 25 percent of global financial market value. What will it take to better tap into the huge potential of the Global South?

The new U.S. National Security Strategy marks a strategic shift toward a revived "Monroe Doctrine," prioritizing U.S. primacy in the Western Hemisphere. It also moves away from the 2017 framework that labeled China a "strategic competitor." How will this redefine approach impact the global order and major powers?

The results of the eighth-term Legislative Council election of China's Hong Kong Special Administrative Region have been unveiled. A Hong Kong and Macao Affairs Office of the State Council spokesperson said the election is important for high-quality democracy that aligns with China's "One Country, Two Systems" policy. What do the election results mean?

"Zootopia 2," the sequel to the 2016 hit of the same name, is doing quite well among Chinese audiences. The animated flick has seen a record single-day haul for a foreign film in China. What does it tell us about the power of the Chinese film market?

Chinese President Xi Jinping says China and France should seize opportunities to expand cooperation, as he welcomed French President Emmanuel Macron in Beijing. They jointly witnessed the signing of several cooperation documents on nuclear energy, agriculture, food, education and ecological environment. What's the significance of this interaction between the two presidents?

French President Emmanuel Macron is paying a state visit to China, marking the beginning of a new 60-year cycle in bilateral relations. How will the two countries cooperate for a better future?

Experts share their perspectives on why strong China-EU relations are vital to Europe. They say the affluent achievements so far prove that win-win results are possible between the two sides based on mutual interest.

Tensions are rising in East Asia. As Japan remains recalcitrant over the Taiwan question, China responds with firm opposition and economic measures. Meanwhile, Chinese naval drills in the Yellow Sea and East China Sea signal a hardening stance. A world-renowned U.S. economist explains the situation from economic and geopolitical perspectives.

Are top contacts between the Chinese and American presidents the hands that push a momentum toward stable relations? How are the two leaders defining diplomacy over the Taiwan Question and trade? How are relations shaped with a series of talks and regular communication?