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The Beijing Hour

China Plusradio.cgtn.com

Breaking news, business, up-to-date sports, and the hottest entertainment happenings, from the unique Chinese perspective.

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Heavy rains batter south China

NATO member states agree to raise their defense spending to five percent of GDP annually by 2035 (01:11). The United States will hold talks with Iran on a possible deal over Iran's nuclear program (09:03). Heavy rains are battering large parts of southern China (23:07).

Jun 26, 20251 hr

China to open its door wider to the world: premier

At the Summer Davos forum, Chinese Premier Li Qiang says the country will continue to foster a first-class business environment (01:02). The Iranian parliament approves a bill to suspend cooperation with the International Atomic Energy Agency (09:26). NATO is holding its annual summit in the Netherlands (24:13).

Jun 25, 20251 hr

Xi calls for deeper Belt and Road cooperation between China, Singapore

Chinese President Xi Jinping calls on China and Singapore to deepen Belt and Road cooperation (01:04). China will hold a military parade to mark 80th anniversary of the victory in the war against Japanese aggression and the World Anti-Fascist War (02:56). Israel accuses Iran of violating a ceasefire shortly after agreeing to it, Tehran denies the claim (13:10).

Jun 24, 20251 hr

Xi calls for deeper China-New Zealand ties

Chinese President Xi Jinping calls for further development of China-New Zealand relations (01:02). Residents in Tehran continue to flee the Iranian capital amid Israeli attacks (05:45). Over 110 Chinese nationals in Israel evacuate to Egypt (12:25).

Jun 20, 20251 hr

China willing to play a constructive role in restoring peace in the Middle East: Xi

Chinese President Xi Jinping says the country is willing to play a constructive role in restoring peace in the Middle East during a phone call with Russian President Vladimir Putin (01:01). New Zealand Prime Minister Christopher Luxon is on an official visit to China (18:46). The United States is threatening a possible travel ban on 36 countries (23:03).

Jun 19, 20251 hr

Xi outlines plans for building closer China-Central Asia ties

Chinese President Xi Jinping outlines plans for building closer ties with Central Asian countries (00:59). The conflict between Israel and Iran enters a sixth day (17:22). A youth delegation from Taiwan is visiting the Chinese mainland (26:54).

Jun 18, 20251 hr

China ready to work with Kazakhstan to contribute to peace, development: Xi

Chinese President Xi Jinping meets counterparts from Central Asian countries ahead of the second China-Central Asia Summit (00:59). An Israeli airstrike hits Iran’s state television broadcaster (14:27). The third China International Supply Chain Expo will be in Beijing in July (37:00).

Jun 17, 20251 hr

Xi to attend second China-Central Asia Summit in Kazakhstan

Chinese President Xi Jinping is in Kazakhstan to attend the second China-Central Asia Summit (00:56). Iran and Israel continue to trade fire with missiles and airstrikes (12:50). The suspect who allegedly shot dead a U.S. democratic lawmaker and her husband in Minnesota is in custody (23:57).

Jun 16, 20251 hr

India launches investigation into deadly plane crash in Gujarat

Iran launches drones toward Israeli territory following Israel's attacks on Iran's military and nuclear targets (01:02). A formal investigation into the deadly plane crash in Gujarat, India, is underway (14:30). The fourth China-Africa Economic and Trade Expo features 30 trade and economic events (21:55).

Jun 13, 20251 hr

Beijing calls for sound and sustainable China-U.S. economic and trade ties

China calls for sound and sustainable economic and trade ties with the United States (01:01). The fourth China-Africa Economic and Trade Expo kicks off in Changsha (08:44). The overnight curfew remains in effect in Los Angeles for another night amid the federal immigration crackdown (19:56).

Jun 12, 202559 min

China urges the U.S. to resolve trade disputes through dialogue and cooperation

Chinese Vice Premier He Lifeng urges the United States to resolve trade disputes with China through dialogue and cooperation (01:03). China is set to begin zero-tariff treatment for 53 African countries (12:03). The mayor of Los Angeles declares a curfew in the downtown area amid clashes between protesters and law enforcement officers over immigration raids (18:03).

Jun 11, 20251 hr

China, U.S. hold trade talks in London

China and the U.S. hold fresh trade talks in London (01:01). U.S. law enforcement officers and protesters continue to clash over immigration raids in Los Angeles (11:07). Participants at the UN Ocean Conference call for protections for the marine environments (23:07).

Jun 10, 20251 hr

UN Ocean Conference opens in France

Chinese Vice Premier He Lifeng meets the U.K. Chancellor of the Exchequer ahead of the first meeting of the China-U.S. economic and trade consultation system (1:01). Tensions in Los Angeles escalate amid protests against U.S. President Donald Trump's deployment of the National Guard (8:23). Participants at the UN Ocean Conference discuss ways to conserve and sustainably use the ocean (25:44).

Jun 09, 20251 hr

Dialogue, cooperation only correct choice for China, U.S.: Xi

Chinese President Xi Jinping says dialogue and cooperation are the only correct choice for China and the U.S. during a phone call with U.S. President Donald Trump (1:03). UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres urges the international community to keep alive the two-state solution amid the humanitarian crisis in Gaza (14:13). Political tensions flare in the Democratic Republic of the Congo as former President Joseph Kabila faces accusations of aiding the M23 rebel group (20:59).

Jun 06, 20251 hr

U.S. doubling of steel and aluminum tariffs sparks criticism

U.S. trade partners criticize Washington's doubling of tariffs on steel and aluminum imports (0:58). Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi calls for healthy and stable relations with Japan (14:49). The 54th World Environment Day has a focus on solutions for plastic pollution (23:27).

Jun 05, 20251 hr

Lee Jae-myung becomes South Korea's 21st president

Lee Jae-myung takes the oath of office as South Korea's new president (1:07). The U.S. raises tariffs on imported steel and aluminum to 50%, doubling the previous rate (12:39). Gaza Humanitarian Foundation announces temporary closure of its aid distribution centers amid recent chaos (16:10).

Jun 04, 20251 hr

Dragon Boat Festival celebrations held across China

People across China celebrate the Dragon Boat Festival with folk activities (03:00). Russian officials say explosions caused the collapse of two bridges and derailed trains in Bryansk and Kursk (13:00). Karol Nawrocki wins Poland's presidential runoff election (22:50).

Jun 02, 20251 hr

China leads efforts in setting up new global mediation body

China is among the more than 30 founding members of the International Organization for Mediation in Hong Kong (1:05). A U.S. federal judge has extended the block on the Trump administration's attempt to bar foreign students from entering Harvard, while a court temporarily reinstated the president's tariffs (11:03). And Israel has approved 22 more settlement sites in the West Bank (25:44).

May 30, 20251 hr

China, Pacific Island countries pledge mutual support, closer trade ties

China has announced projects to help Pacific Island countries to resist climate change over a three-year period (1:05). China says the U.S. announcement to revoke visas for Chinese students is discriminatory (11:51). And China has launched its asteroid sampling Tianwen-2 mission (17:47).

May 29, 20251 hr

Pacific Island countries appreciate respect from China

Pacific Island countries attending a ministerial meeting in Xiamen say China treats them as equals and with respect, as they look to expand cooperation (0:58). Hungry Palestinians in Gaza have swarmed a U.S.-backed aid hub in a scene that the United Nations described as heartbreaking (13:17). And the Trump administration is threatening to terminate up to 100 million U.S. dollars of federal contracts with Harvard University (21:46).

May 28, 20251 hr

Chinese premier calls for three-pronged approach to support free trade

Chinese Premier Li Qiang has pledged to work with the Association of Southeast Asian Nations and the Gulf Cooperation Council on free trade and the implementation of the Global Civilization Initiative (1:02). Some European countries have removed the range limit for weapons supplied to Ukraine, a move that Russia has called dangerous (21:37). And activities marking Jerusalem Day have drawn condemnation from the Israeli opposition and the Palestinian Authority (22:16).

May 27, 20251 hr

Chinese premier in Malaysia to attend first summit with ASEAN, Gulf countries

Chinese Premier Li Qiang is in Malaysia to attend the ASEAN-GCC-China Summit after wrapping up an official visit to Indonesia, where he stressed peaceful co-existence and the Bandung Spirit (1:00). Russia and Ukraine have completed the largest prisoner swap in over three years, as they claim drone attacks from each other (11:35). And senior U.S. education insiders warn that the Trump administration's crackdown on international student enrollment is threatening universities beyond Harvard (26:18)...

May 26, 20251 hr

China-CEEC Expo remains relevant, appealing: attendees

Participants at the China-Central and Eastern European Countries Expo are discovering new opportunities, as they acknowledge China and the event's role in upholding free trade (1:02). U.S. federal authorities have charged the man accused of killing two Israeli embassy staffers with murder (11:51). And nutrition supplies and food aid are among the first items that Gazans have received in 11 weeks (17:05).

May 23, 20251 hr

Expo connects China with Central, Eastern Europe and beyond

The China-CEEC Expo has attracted companies from 14 countries in Central and Eastern Europe, along with several more in Europe that hope to win a share of the Chinese market through this platform (1:03). A gunman shot dead two Israeli embassy staff in Washington (12:45). And China’s Shenzhou-20 crew has completed its first spacewalk outside the Tiangong Space Station (32:03).

May 22, 20251 hr

President Xi underlines manufacturing, culture preservation in Henan

On a tour of Henan Province, Chinese President Xi Jinping has emphasized mastering core technologies in manufacturing, preserving cultural heritage, and pursuing high-quality development (1:00). China and ASEAN are targeting the end of the year to sign the 3.0 version of their free trade deal (10:35). And the World Health Assembly has adopted the global pandemic agreement (24:38).

May 21, 20251 hr

President Xi stresses manufacturing in Henan to advance Chinese modernization

Chinese President Xi Jinping has urged Henan Province to advance Chinese modernization with high-quality development and efficient governance (31:42). Chinese officials have reiterated the country’s openness to foreign investment (9:49). And Russia and Ukraine have signaled readiness to negotiate for peace, after the leaders spoke with U.S. President Donald Trump (1:00).

May 20, 20251 hr

Chinese economy shows resilience with steady growth in April

China's retail sales expanded 5.1% in April and value-added industrial output grew 6.1%, showing strong momentum despite a challenging external environment (1:00). The foreign ministers of China and Denmark pledge to work together for multilateralism as the two countries mark 75 years of diplomatic ties (11:55). And Israel's military has begun extensive ground operations in Gaza, while allowing in limited amounts of food (20:52).

May 19, 20251 hr
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