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China has vowed a swift reaction if the U.S. goes ahead with more tariffs on Chinese goods (23:42). The Central Committee of China's CPC Political Bureau has reviewed a draft of the government work report ahead of the annual "Two Sessions" meetings (01:06). The U.S. and Ukrainian presidents will meet to sign a deal on Ukraine's minerals and rare earth resources (13:41).
China's foreign minister has met with his New Zealand counterpart, calling on the two sides to keep their Comprehensive Strategic Partnership on the right path (01:08). Ukraine's parliament has approved an agreement with the United States regarding minerals that are critical for technology (10:08). Chengdu's low-altitude economy is improving rural medical care and boosting tourism (21:12).
British PM Keir Starmer has pledged to up his country's defense spending ahead of a trip to Washington (08:47). The U.S. and Ukraine have reportedly agreed on a deal involving Ukraine's mineral resources (01:04). Hamas says it has reached a deal with Israel to end a standoff over their prisoner swap deal (15:16).
The Chinese president has held phone talks with his Russian counterpart, with the two sides reaffirming friendship and support for common development (01:03). Israel is expanding its military operations in the West Bank, the first time since 2002 (11:24). China is preparing for its annual political season featuring meetings of the top legislature and the political advisory body (23:37).
China has released this year's No. 1 Central Document, introducing New Quality Productive Forces in agriculture for the first time (01:03). Feb. 24, 2025 marks three years of conflict between Russia and Ukraine (08:55). Germany's conservatives have won the country's general election (24:44).
At a G20 meeting in South Africa, the Chinese foreign minister has called for joint efforts to build a safer world (01:00). World economies are bracing for the effects of US tariffs (17:09). China's "Science and Technology Backyard" program aims to boost development in rural areas (22:30).
The Russian president says troops have retaken territory in the Kursk region that had been occupied by Ukraine, but Kyiv has rejected the claim (01:05). Hamas has proposed an exchange of all remaining hostages and prisoners for the next phase of the ceasefire with Israel (12:25). China is gearing up for the annual political meetings known as the "Two Sessions." (21:14)
Presiding over a UN Security Council meeting, the Chinese foreign minister has called for a more fair and equitable global governance system (01:04). U.S. and Russian officials have held talks in Saudi Arabia on the Ukraine issue and bilateral ties (09:12). Enthusiasm in China's private sector is growing after President Xi Jinping's address to a symposium in Beijing (21:49).
Israel is working on retrieving more hostages from Hamas, as the conflict in Gaza reaches 500 days (26:58). The Chinese president has urged the country's private sector to seize opportunities and help drive China's modernization (01:05). The American and Russian foreign ministers are meeting in Saudi Arabia to discuss fractured bilateral ties and the situation in Ukraine (14:50).
The Chinese president has delivered a speech at a symposium in Beijing on the development of the country's private enterprises (01:03). A very tense edition of the Munich Security Conference has wrapped up in Germany, with global opinion divided on a host of issues (09:13). Israel's security cabinet is set to discuss the next phase of the Gaza ceasefire, as U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio visits the region (20:24).
On the final day of the Asian Winter Games, Team China continues to lead the medal tally with over 30 golds (21:38). China and the UK have revived talks with meetings in London after years of diplomatic tensions (01:00). The U.S. has announced reciprocal tariffs on all countries with trade levies on American goods (09:12).
Canada and the European Union are looking to strengthen trade ties, in response to U.S. tariffs and trade issues(13:30). Donald Trump says he has reached an agreement with his Russian counterpart regarding peace negotiations in Ukraine (01:03). China continues to dominate the medal count on the penultimate day of the Asian Winter Games in Harbin (21:04).
Leaders from all over the world are criticizing the Trump administration's newly proposed 25 percent tariffs on steel and aluminum (01:06). Israel is threatening to restart the war in Gaza if Hamas doesn't release more hostages this weekend (11:08). Team China continues to take home the gold at the Asian Winter Games in Harbin as the country celebrates Lantern Festival (20:29).
China has unveiled an action plan to expand and improve senior-friendly train services to create more inclusive and enjoyable travel experiences for the elderly (36:59). The U.S. president has signed an executive order raising tariffs on all steel and aluminum coming into the country (01:02). The Gaza ceasefire appears to be in jeopardy as Israel and Hamas trade accusations (10:37).
China's countermeasures against increased U.S. tariffs have taken effect (01:04). An Israeli delegation has arrived in Doha for another round of ceasefire talks involving Hamas (06:40). World leaders and tech experts have gathered in Paris for talks on the future of artificial intelligence (22:00).
Chinese President Xi Jinping said Harbin will present a sports event with Chinese characteristics and elements of various Asian cultures, speaking ahead of the opening of the Asian Winter Games (00:59). The UN says the crisis in the Democratic Republic of the Congo is getting worse as rebels advance across the country (12:33). US allies under the threat of American tariffs are seeking new trade partners (21:09).
Chinese President Xi Jinping has been hosting World leaders in Beijing and will see more ahead of the Asian Winter Games opening ceremony in Harbin on Friday (01:51). Leaders from all over the World are condemning the U.S. plan to expel Palestinians from Gaza (09:53). And China has a new highest-grossing film of all time (53:02).
China is among countries opposing forced resettlement of the Palestinian people after U.S. President Donald Trump vowed to take over Gaza (07:01). China's expanded trade-in subsidy policy for consumer goods fueled a surge in digital product and home appliance sales over the Spring Festival holiday (38:09). China's Spring Festival film season has set new records, with box office revenue reaching more than 10 billion yuan (53:28).
China has announced tariffs on coal, LNG, and vehicles from the United States in response to U.S. tariff hikes on imports from China (01:10). Chinese moviegoers have set new records in box office and cinema visits (12:08). And Harbin is all set to host the Winter Asian Games (17:59).
China’s total box office revenue so far this year has topped 10 billion yuan and surpassed North America to become the world’s largest film box office market (01:15). Harbin has hosted the torch relay for the Asian Winter Games along a historical and cultural route (07:25). And Canada has announced a list of goods subject to tariffs on U.S. imports while Mexico has vowed retaliation following Washington's imposition of 25% tariffs on its major trade partners (14:37).
Chinese New Year celebrations are in full swing, with people from all over the world participating (04:09). A mid-air collision just miles from the White House between a passenger jet and a military helicopter has claimed many lives (08:28). Israel and Hamas begin another swap of prisoners for hostages (21:15).
Celebrations are underway across China on the first day of Year of the Snake (1:03). Qatar confirms Gaza Ceasefire progress, preparing for the next phase of talks (15:37). Trump’s order to pause all federal funding is meeting opposition (23:00).
It is Chinese New Year's Eve and people across the country are celebrating as they prepare to usher in the Year of the Snake (01:08). Hundreds of thousands of Palestinians are now returning to their homes in northern Gaza as a ceasefire holds (15:09). The U.S. has pulled back on its threats of tariffs targeting Colombia after the two countries reached an agreement (23:33).
A festive atmosphere is sweeping across China as the country prepares to usher in the Year of the Snake this week(1:06). Lebanon says it will adhere to the ceasefire with Israel at least until the new deadline of February 18th(18:10). Rebels in the Democratic Republic of the Congo say they have captured Goma, the largest city in the east of the country(24:09).
China and Nauru are marking the first anniversary of the resumption of diplomatic ties(1:07). U.S. President Donald Trump says in a virtual speech to the Davos meeting that his government looks forward to getting along with China(10:10). UN Security Council members discuss the plight of children in Gaza(17:52).
The UN chief has issued a stark warning for humanity in his speech at the World Economic Forum Annual Meeting in Davos(1:08). China plans to promote the modernization of agriculture and rural areas to a new stage by 2027(9:24). The South Korean president has attended the fourth hearing of his impeachment trial(19:20).
At the Davos meeting in Switzerland, Chinese Vice Premier Ding Xuexiang calls for a multilateral effort to promote open and inclusive development(1:04). The WHO expresses regret over the U.S. withdrawal from the organization(8:42). A fire at a ski resort in Turkiye has killed 76 people(19:30).
U.S. President Donald Trump has reversed several of his predecessor's executive orders following the inauguration(1:05). Rescue and relief efforts are underway in Taiwan after a 6.2-magnitude earthquake(13:59). The South Korean president has attended the third hearing of his impeachment trial(20:27).
Israel and Hamas complete the first swap of prisoners and hostages under the ceasefire deal(1:05). TikTok restores services in the U.S. after President-elect Donald Trump said he would reinstate the app's access after he returns to the White House(17:35). The Myanmar government and the Kokang armed group reach a formal ceasefire agreement under China’s mediation(31:52).
Data shows that China’s economy expanded by five percent in 2024, meeting its growth target(1:13). Disaster relief runs smoothly in China’s quake-hit Xizang(9:36). South Korea’s anti-corruption agency is filing a request to extend the detention of the impeached president(22:38).
