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Generation Global: Navigating a Changing World, Ep. 5

What do you do when you don't speak the same language but still want to connect? For a group of students from Yale University, the answer was simple: you sing. This March, The Whiffenpoofs acappella choir set out on a tour across China. Round Table's Yushan talked to three members of the team about their journey, the experiences they had, and the stories they want to share.

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5 DAYS AGO

South African apples first arrival under China's expanded zero-tariff policy

China's zero-tariff policy for 53 African countries has taken effect, a move that analysts say will enhance South-South cooperation (00:53). The May Day holiday in China is a chance for travel and boosting consumption (10:31). And the third phase of the Canton Fair offers displays that address consumer needs for health and wellness, as well as emotional companionship (36:55).

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5 DAYS AGO

Can China's new rules improve the future of gig workers?

China has unveiled new guidelines to better protect gig workers, such as deliverymen and ride-hailing drivers, a group that now numbers over 84 million people. What real changes will these measures bring? And what could this mean for China's broader labor market? Host Dou Hongyu is joined by Soo Hee Lee, Professor in Organisation Studies with the University of Kent; Mike Bastin, China observer and senior lecturer at the University of Southampton; and Chen Jiahe, Chief Investment Officer at Novem Arcae Technologies, to delve into these questions.

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54 min
28 APR

China blocks Manus acquisition: What signal does this send?

① China blocks foreign acquisition of Manus project. What signal does this send? (00:46) ② Putin voices support for Iran — impact on U.S.–Iran talks?(11:35) ③ Merz criticizes U.S. strategy in Iran conflict. Where is transatlantic relations heading? (24:00) ④ CATL unveils six-minute EV battery charging. What does this mean for EV industry transformation? (34:20) ⑤ China adds 38 new university majors. What does this reveal about future talent priorities? (43:45)

28 Apr

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52 min
2 DAYS AGO

Israel issues new forced displacement orders in southern Lebanon

Israel has issued new evacuation warnings in southern Lebanon, including areas outside its occupied zones.

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20 APR · BONUS

The Birth of Chinese Characters: The Story of Cangjie

Special Bonus Episode for UN Chinese Language Day! Have you ever wondered where the world's oldest continuous writing system came from? Today, we're stepping back thousands of years to meet Cang Jie, the legendary figure believed to have created Chinese characters. Legend says his innovation was so extraordinary that the heavens were moved to shower the earth with grain as a celestial reward – a miraculous event we still celebrate today as Grain Rain (Gǔyǔ).

20 Apr · Bonus

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2 DAYS AGO

China achieves large-scale births of cloned yaks

1. China achieves large-scale births of cloned yaks 2. China strengthens protection of rights, interests in new occupations 3. Ecological protection in north China, Yellow River basin sees notable gains

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5 DAYS AGO

How AI is rewriting the rules of work

Have you imagined your career in five years? This International Workers' Day, we examine human value in the age of automation. Who loses ground and who finds an unexpected path? The jobs that last might surprise you, because digital skills only go so far. The real advantage is something slower, messier, and deeply human. On the show: Fei Fei, Niu Honglin & Steve

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6 DAYS AGO

China's zero‑tariff policy for Africa: How will it boost African economies?

① China to grant zero-tariff access to all African countries with diplomatic ties. How will this boost African exports to China and shared development? （00:55） ② Australia FM visits China. Why now? （13:45） ③ Trump and Putin discuss Iran war and Ukraine ceasefire. What’s really on the table? （23:50） ④ China opens first cross-Bohai drone logistics route. Is low-altitude economy reshaping northern China’s supply chains? （33:00） ⑤ China sees rise in vocational degrees as students prioritize skills over elite universities. Why are graduates “returning” to vocational training? （43:25）

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53 min
4 DAYS AGO

EU "keeps options open" if U.S. breaches trade deal: spokesperson

A European Commission spokesperson says the European Union will keep options open to protect its interests if the U.S. breaches the trade agreement between the two sides, after U.S. President Donald Trump threatened that he will raise tariffs to 25 percent on cars and trucks imported from the E.U. next week.

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