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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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UNESCO inscribes Spring Festival on intangible cultural heritage list

South Korea’s opposition is preparing to vote on a motion to impeach President Yoon Suk-yeol, while the ruling People Power party vows to oppose the move(01:04). UNESCO has inscribed the Spring Festival on the Representative List of the Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity(09:39). The China Council for the Promotion of International Trade condemns the United States for its misuse of semiconductor export control measures(41:10).

Dec 05, 20241 hr

UNSC holds emergency meeting over Syria amid intensifying conflict

Opposition parties in South Korea submit a motion to impeach President Yoon Suk-yeol who declared an emergency martial law(01:04). The U.N. Security Council holds an emergency meeting over Syria as the conflict intensifies(10:30). Chinese industrial associations urge domestic companies to exercise caution when purchasing U.S. chips(42:31).

Dec 04, 20241 hr

Three years on, China-Laos Railway spurs regional economic growth

The China-Laos Railway has spurred regional economic growth since it started operation three years ago(01:00). The United Nations chief calls for an immediate cessation of hostilities as violence escalates in Syria(16:10). China's central bank says it will maintain a supportive monetary policy stance in 2025(37:01).

Dec 03, 20241 hr

Syria faces renewed violence amid rebel offensive

Syria faces renewed violence amid a new offensive by rebel forces(01:00). China and the five Central Asian countries vow to further advance cooperation(31:38). China's factory activity expands at the fastest pace in five months(39:12).

Dec 02, 20241 hr

China's total length of rural roads enough to circle equator over 110 times: white paper

Israel and Hezbollah accuse each other of breaching the ceasefire (01:09). A white paper says the total length of rural roads in China is enough to circle the equator over 110 times (09:48). The Australian prime minister says the world's first law banning children younger than 16 from accessing social media will ensure the safety of the country's youth (23:49).

Nov 29, 20241 hr

Remains of 43 fallen Chinese soldiers return home from South Korea after 70 years

The remains of 43 fallen soldiers from the Chinese People's Volunteers who died during the War to Resist U.S. Aggression and Aid Korea have returned home(05:26). Displaced Lebanese people return home as a ceasefire deal between Hezbollah and Israel takes effect(15:21). Chinese self-driving startup Pony AI begins trading on the Nasdaq stock exchange(39:49).

Nov 28, 20241 hr

More people realize U.S. harming, not protecting Taiwan: mainland spokesperson

A 60-day ceasefire deal between Israel and Hezbollah takes effect(01:01). A Chinese mainland spokesperson says an increasing number of people in Taiwan have realized that the United States is harming the island instead of protecting it(13:15). China's industrial sector experiences mild revenue growth during the first ten months(38:22).

Nov 27, 20241 hr

Second China International Supply Chain Expo attracts more foreign exhibitors

The Second China International Supply Chain Expo attracts more foreign exhibitors this year, with around half coming from the U.S. and Europe(38:15). Chinese President Xi Jinping holds talks with visiting Samoan Prime Minister Fiame Naomi Mata’afa(01:02). U.S. consumers are paying less for groceries ahead of the Thanksgiving holiday(14:16).

Nov 26, 20241 hr

Samoan PM in Beijing, climate change high on agenda

Samoan Prime Minister Fiame Naomi Mata’afa and her delegation are in Beijing for an official visit to China(01:01). China is on alert for snowstorms and a cold wave, with blizzards expected to hit parts of the country’s northeast(12:29). Volkswagen's decision to cut production in Slovakia has raised alarm bells in the country's automotive sector, a cornerstone of its economy(40:17).

Nov 25, 20241 hr

China rolls out targeted measures to boost foreign trade

China has announced measures to further boost the growth of its foreign trade(01:08). Negotiators are trying to reach an agreement on new climate funding as COP29 draws to a close(25:19). And the World Internet Conference is wrapping up its summit in eastern China(39:09).

Nov 22, 20241 hr

China, Brazil elevate bilateral ties aimed at shared future

China and Brazil have agreed to elevate bilateral ties after a meeting between their presidents in Brasilia(01:03). Global tech leaders have gathered for the World Internet Conference Wuzhen Summit(37:58). And a Chinese tennis star earns a nomination for a major year-end award(47:25).

Nov 21, 20241 hr

G20 leaders launch Global Alliance against Hunger and Poverty

G20 leaders have launched the Global Alliance against Hunger and Poverty in Rio de Janeiro(01:09). European Union foreign ministers have gathered in Brussels to discuss the ongoing conflict in Ukraine(14:29). And China expects to continue its economic recovery momentum through the end of the year(37:55).

Nov 19, 20241 hr

President Xi calls for enhancing China-Brazil ties

The Chinese president has hailed the country's strong ties with Brazil as he visits the South American nation for the G20 summit(00:49). Air China strikes a deal to buy COMAC's new wide-body passenger jet(39:03). And four bronze animal heads from Beijing's Old Summer Palace are on display in Macao(53:14).

Nov 18, 20241 hr

President Xi expects cross-Pacific route to boost prosperity of Asia and South America

Chinese President Xi Jinping says in a signed article that China is ready to work with Peru to support multilateralism, as he highlights the Chancay Port’s role in bringing Asia and South America closer(01:03). U.S. President Joe Biden and President-elect Donald Trump have met at the White House and agreed on a smooth transition of power(12:31). And Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan says Turkiye has severed ties with Israel and has no intention to take steps to improve relations(16:58)....

Nov 14, 20241 hr

Chinese president begins visit to Peru for APEC summit, state visit

Chinese President Xi Jinping has begun his visit to Peru ahead of the APEC leaders’ meeting, as the South American country hails China’s infrastructure investment(01:01). China is calling for more financial support for developing countries at the UN climate conference in Azerbaijan(11:45). And flying cars are stealing the spotlight at Airshow China as part of the display of civilian aviation technology(41:21).

Nov 13, 20241 hr

China's newest stealth fighter jet debuts at airshow in Zhuhai

China's much anticipated J-35A fighter jet is leading the headlines at Airshow China in the southern city of Zhuhai(21:12). APEC business insiders are discussing global challenges in equity, sustainability and trade before the leaders' summit in Lima(03:00). And China's special envoy for climate change is calling for multilateral cooperation at COP29, as the conference finds ways to secure one trillion US dollars in annual financing for developing countries(12:27).

Nov 12, 20241 hr

80 billion USD of deals signed at CIIE

Chinese President Xi Jinping is attending the APEC leaders' meeting in Lima as 2024 marks 10 years since he proposed the idea of building a community with a shared future with countries in Latin America and the Caribbean(01:01). Exhibitors and buyers have inked 80 billion U.S. dollars of tentative deals at the China International Import Expo in Shanghai(08:33). And Chinese consumers are exploring some new trends during the country's biggest online shopping festival thanks to government incentive...

Nov 11, 20241 hr

Trade a stabilizing force in China-U.S. ties: businesses

Chinese President Xi Jinping is set to travel to Peru and Brazil to attend APEC and G20 meetings and pay state visits to the two countries (01:10). American companies at the China International Import Expo see trade as a stabilizing force and a connection between China and the United States (14:08). And visa-free entry into China takes effect for nine more countries (20:16).

Nov 08, 20241 hr

Italian president pays state visit to China

Chinese President Xi Jinping has congratulated U.S. president-elect Donald Trump, expressing hope for good bilateral relations in the new era(01:01). Italian President Sergio Mattarella is paying a state visit to China as the two countries mark 20 years of their Comprehensive Strategic Partnership(08:29). And Germany's government coalition has collapsed after Chancellor Olaf Scholz fired the finance minister(17:46).

Nov 07, 20241 hr

China to expand winter sports economy to 1.2 trillion yuan by 2027: guideline

U.S. Republican presidential candidate and former president Donald Trump has declared victory, as his party is also projected to take control of the Senate (01:03). A guideline says China will expand its winter sports industry to 1.2 trillion yuan by 2027 with better infrastructure and services(31:49). This year's China International Import Expo in Shanghai has a New Materials Zone for the first time to focus on electronic, biological, and low-carbon materials (37:55).

Nov 06, 20241 hr

China sends strong signals of opening up from CIIE

Chinese Premier Li Qiang has pledged commitment to opening up in his address to the China International Import Expo, which is welcoming a record number of exhibitors this year(01:10). The private Caixin services PMI indicates that the expansion in China's services sector is accelerating(42:10). Continuous rain in Spain has hit Barcelona after causing historical flooding in the Valencia region(18:09).

Nov 05, 20241 hr

Shenzhou-18 mission brings home nearly 35kg of samples

China's Shenzhou-18 astronauts have returned from their six-month mission at the Tiangong Space Station and brought back samples from in-orbit scientific experiments including life sciences(01:06). The Kazakh prime minister is among the government officials arriving in Shanghai to attend this year's CIIE which has attracted a record number of exhibitors(11:01). And residents in Valencia vented their anger at the government's flood response during a visit by the Spanish King, as the region begins...

Nov 04, 20241 hr

Typhoon Kong-rey kills at least 3 in Taiwan, moving northeast after reaching mainland

Taiwan is cleaning up after Typhoon Kong-rey killed at least three people on the island, as coastal regions on the Chinese mainland prepares for an unusual path of this autumn typhoon(01:09). Flash flooding has killed more than 150 people in Spain as rescue efforts continue in hardest-hit Valencia(06:37). And Israel has set allowing the return of residents to the north as a condition for a ceasefire with Hezbollah(20:10).

Nov 01, 20241 hr

China rejects EU ruling on EV tariffs, remains open to cooperation: ministry

China says the European Union ruling on tariffs for Chinese electric vehicles failed to address concerns from industries; Beijing also pledged an open attitude in cooperation between auto industries(01:04). Finland’s president has spoken with students and faculty at Fudan University in Shanghai as part of his state visit to China(10:51). And Lebanon has expressed hope for a ceasefire between Israel and Hezbollah under a U.S. backed plan(16:30).

Oct 31, 20241 hr

Shenzhou-19 crew enters Tiangong Space Station

China's Shenzhou-19 astronauts are now inside the Tiangong Space Station together with the Shenzhou-18 crew, who will head home after handing over the work(01:04). China has rejected EU tariffs on Chinese-made EVs and expressed hope for a solution through ongoing negotiations(09:24). And China's ambassador to the United Nations has encouraged the Security Council to explore more actions for a ceasefire in Gaza(17:40).

Oct 30, 20241 hr

Chinese president welcomes Finnish counterpart

Chinese president Xi Jinping has held talks with his Finnish counterpart, Alexander Stubb, who is on a state visit(01:09). China's Shenzhou-19 mission will have fruit flies as part of its life science experiments inside the Tiangong space station(12:05). And China is urging restraint and a cessation to hostilities in the Middle East at a UNSC emergency meeting(20:51).

Oct 29, 20241 hr

Separate EU talks with Chinese car companies harm trust: ministry

Finnish President Alexander Stubb is paying a state visit to China as the two countries mark 74 years of diplomatic ties(01:07). China's commerce ministry says the European Union's direct price negotiations with companies, parallel to official EV tariff talks, will damage trust and disrupt progress(31:10). And Japan's ruling LDP has lost its parliamentary majority(10:11).

Oct 28, 20241 hr

China to remain rooted within Global South: President Xi

The Chinese president has voiced support for the development of the Global South, and called on BRICS Plus partners to pool strength and wisdom(01:04). China has marked the success of its first reusable satellite mission(12:31). And the IMF is warning of low growth and high debt in the global economy(37:30).

Oct 25, 20241 hr
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