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U.S. moves to reopen the Strait of Hormuz by force. Will it reignite wider conflict?

①China calls for staying on alert over Japan's nuclear move. Why is Japan's nuclear ambition a greater concern now? (00:46) ②The U.S. moves to reopen the Strait of Hormuz by force. How big is the risk of hostilities resuming? (13:53) ③Germany warns the European Union will retaliate if the U.S. raises auto tariffs to 25%. How will the trade disputes affect transatlantic relations? (24:47) ④China's service sector drives growth with AI unlocking new potential. How is AI creating consumption scenarios? (33:04) ⑤A young Chinese Snooker player wins 2026 World Championship in historic victory. How has Chinese snooker produced world champions? (42:42)

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53 min
2 DAYS AGO

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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41 min
29 APR

UAE to exit OPEC, more than an oil story

① CPC leadership meeting calls for stronger confidence in economic work. What does this reveal about China's development momentum? (00:45) ② UAE to exit OPEC, OPEC+ from May 1st. What's next for global oil prices and energy markets? (14:10) ③ Japan's push to revise Self-Defense Forces rank titles signals military expansionist motives: Pakistani expert (24:30) ④ Brazilian president enacts Mercosur-EU free trade agreement. What does it mean for Latin American–EU trade relations? (35:10) ⑤ Boom in coffee consumption exemplifies new opportunities for agricultural imports in China. How can the Chinese market drive mutual benefits for foreign agriculture? (44:40)

29 Apr

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53 min
24 APR

Robots on the run: China’s humanoid leap

At a half-marathon in Beijing, humanoid robots stunned spectators by outperforming the fastest human runners and dramatically surpassing last year’s robotic champion. What's behind this rapid progress in humanoid robotics in China? How will they evolve in the near future, and what could that mean to our daily lives? Host Dou Hongyu is joined by John Gong, a professor with the University of International Business and Economics, Muhammad Ali Nasir, Professor of Economics at the University of Leeds, and Liu Shaoshan, Director of Embodied Intelligence, Shenzhen Institute of Artificial Intelligence and Robotics for Society, to explore the breakthroughs behind China’s humanoid robots and examine how they may change the way we live and work.

24 Apr

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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
3 APR

Inside China's new trends of leisure spending

From RV camping and cruise tourism to low-altitude flights, many Chinese people are not just traveling, they are traveling differently. What is driving this change? Is it simply a rebound in consumer confidence, or does it point to a broader shift in how people choose to spend? And what could it mean for local economies and China’s long-term growth? Host Dou Hongyu is joined by Professor John Gong from the University of International Business and Economics, Assistant Professor of Economics Li Lun with the School of Economics at Peking University, and Mario Cavolo, Founder and CEO of M Communications Group, also a senior fellow at the Center for China & Globalization, to explore these questions.

3 Apr

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51 min
30 APR

Imperfect is the new perfect

What if perfection is boring? A Chinese reality show is putting that question to the test live on air. No retouches. No second takes. Just glorious, awkward, unfiltered authenticity. When did we stop wanting perfection and start wanting someone who sounds exactly like the rest of us? / Awake at night? Don't check the time (13:50) On the show: Steve, Fei Fei & Yushan

30 Apr

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21 min
17 APR

It's time for looted art to come home

France just made it easier to return looted artifacts from the colonial era. Sacred objects. Royal treasures. So what does that mean for China, a country that lost countless relics to foreign powers over the past two centuries? /For Travel China through film EP3, our picks today is "The Grandmaster". So where will this journey take us (18:10)? On the show: Steve, Yushan & Yushun

17 Apr

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25 min
24/01/2025

China’s evolving serpent legacy: Ferocious treasures, from rituals to households

Why has the snake, often feared, been revered in Chinese culture and become one of the 12 zodiac animals? How is it portrayed in artifacts, and what does it symbolize in China compared to other cultures? In this episode, we explore the serpent's evolving meanings in Chinese civilization. Special Thanks: Liu Yanfeng

24/01/2025

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16 min
28 APR

Can staying apart keep you together?

One partner here, the other there. Different cities for some. Separate homes in the same crowded metro for others. And strangely, they all say the distance keeps them together. Is planned weekend intimacy the future of love, or just a slow goodbye? / Would you give up your lunch break to go home early (14:02)? On the show: Steve, Fei Fei & Yushan

28 Apr

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21 min

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