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With in-depth panel discussions on domestic and global news and current affairs, World Today gives you the story behind the headlines.

  1. 2 HR AGO

    US exit from key UN climate treaty: Where will it hit America most?

    ① Xi calls on China and Finland to deepen cooperation across sectors. Where can China–Finland collaboration create the most impact for businesses and communities? (00:50) ② China leads in AI patents as IP-intensive industries grow. What does this mean for China’s tech competitiveness? (12:41) ③ US exit from key UN climate treaty draws UN criticism. Where will this hurt America most economically and strategically? (24:40) ④ U.S. immigration policy faces backlash after fatal shooting of another citizen. Where is enforcement turning into violence on American streets? (34:37) ⑤ Chinese university opens School of Space Exploration to train future talent. How might it power China’s next leap in deep space? (44:52)

    52 min

  2. 1 DAY AGO

    Europe’s flurry of China visits: what’s driving the new engagement?

    ① Finland seeks closer business ties with China through PM’s visit. How could this reshape Finland’s role in EU-Asia trade? (00:46) ② Beijing’s commercial space expo highlights rapid growth in industry. What new opportunities does China’s space boom create? (12:16) ③ US defense plan focuses on homeland, limits help to allies. What's behind the recent shift in US defence strategy? (24:59) ④ Russia, Ukraine, and US peace talks conclude without a deal. Does this signal a prolonged stalemate? (33:59) ⑤ France to ban social media for children under 15 by September. Can it curb online risks for minors? (43:15)

    53 min

  3. 4 DAYS AGO

    Davos 2026: China in the spotlight amidst global turmoil

    This year’s World Economic Forum in Davos unfolds against what an official release describes as the most complex geopolitical environment in decades. As 2026 begins under growing strain, what economic risks lie ahead—and what constructive role can China play? Host Ge Anna is joined by Yan Liang, Professor of Economics, Willamette University; Peter Chang, Former Deputy Director, Institute of China Studies, University of Malaya; and Li Lun, Assistant Professor of Economics at Peking University.

    55 min

  4. 5 DAYS AGO

    The impacts of US withdrawal from WHO

    ① We take a look at the progress made in China’s agricultural modernization and rural revitalization in 2025. (00:54) ② The US withdrawal from the World Health Organization has taken effect. How could it affect global health governance? (14:12) ③ Against the backdrop of US pressure over Greenland, European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen says the EU is at a crossroads towards more independence. How determined is Europe? (24:55) ④ Japan has halted the restart of the world’s largest nuclear power plant after safety alarms were triggered. We explore the restart’s potential risks. (34:42) ⑤ The British government has approved China’s plan for constructing a new embassy in London. The plan had stalled for years due to a so-called security concern. Why is the concern illegitimate? (45:18)

    53 min

  5. 6 DAYS AGO

    What has enabled China to make history at U23 Asian Cup?

    ① China’s vice premier has delivered a message of free trade, multilateralism, cooperation and dialogue at the World Economic Forum. We explore China’s determination to be a stabilizing force amid global turbulence. (00:56) ② China’s R&D spending intensity surpassed OECD economies for the first time in 2025. What does it tell about China’s economic transformation? (13:56) ③ EU lawmakers have reportedly agreed to hold off on ratifying a key trade deal with the US following President Donald Trump’s tariff threats over Greenland. What is the EU’s message to the White House? (24:56) ④ US and Russian officials have held what they call constructive closed-door talks on the Ukraine conflict at the World Economic Forum. Is it time for optimism about the peace process? (33:58) ⑤ At the U23 Asian Cup, China has entered the final for the first time. Does it provide any guiding spirit for China’s future football development? (44:09)

    53 min

  6. 20 JAN

    Can subsidies help Germany transition to EVs?

    ① China has unveiled a special guarantee program to support private investment, and a new plan is underway to spur consumption. We look at China’s strategy of focusing on targeted support for specific areas to bolster its economy. (00:51) ② Why is China being widely discussed as a stabilizer for global growth and a key driver of future innovation at this year’s Davos Forum? (13:33) ③ Germany has reintroduced electric vehicle subsidies in efforts to accelerate the transition to less polluting cars. Will it work? (24:59) ④ Japan’s prime minister has called a snap election three months after she took office. Can she reverse her party’s recent run of poor election results? (34:27) ⑤ What has enabled Chinese universities to overtake Harvard to top a major global research output ranking? (43:14)

    53 min

  7. 19 JAN

    Behind China’s 5% economic growth in 2025

    ① China’s economy grew by 5% last year, meeting the country’s target. We explore a series of factors underpinning China’s growth in 2025. (00:51) ② China’s Shenzhou-20 spacecraft has returned to Earth after spending nine months in orbit. We look at how its experience raises concerns about the danger to space travel posed by space debris? (13:38) ③ Will the US tariff threats over Greenland risk a dangerous downward spiral in transatlantic ties? (24:52) ④ The Pentagon has reportedly placed some 1,500 active-duty soldiers on standby for possible deployment to Minnesota, as protests continue against raids carried out by ICE officials. How far can President Trump push the boundaries of his power in Minnesota? (34:57) ⑤ The Syrian government has announced a ceasefire with the Kurdish-led Syrian Democratic Forces. Will it pave the way for renewed dialogue and cooperation towards a unified Syria? (45:49)

    53 min

  8. 16 JAN

    Panel: How can Europe defend Greenland from Trump?

    US President Donald Trump and his administration appear to be insistent on taking control of Greenland – by force if necessary. Following a recent meeting between senior Trump administration officials and Denmark’s foreign minister, Copenhagen said a fundamental disagreement over the autonomous Danish territory remains. Is the US threat to annex Greenland generating yet another crisis in transatlantic relations? How can Europe defend Greenland from possible US moves? Host Ding Heng is joined by Timo Kivimaki, Professor of International Relations at the University of Bath; George Tzogopoulos, Senior Research Fellow at CIFE, a France-based research organization; Jin Ling, Director of the Department for European Studies, China Institute of International Studies.

    54 min
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With in-depth panel discussions on domestic and global news and current affairs, World Today gives you the story behind the headlines.

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    China Plus
  • Creator
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  • Years Active
    2014 - 2026
  • Episodes
    201
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