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A cross-border bridge becomes a new point of US-Canada friction

① A senior CPC official has stressed supporting patriotic pro-reunification forces in Taiwan and striking hard against separatists. Why is the Chinese mainland justified to do so? (00:55) ② We analyze China’s provincial GDPs for 2025 and explore why “how fast” the economy grows becomes less important than “how well” it grows. (13:37) ③ South Africa’s Cyril Ramaphosa has expressed support for Russia's efforts to end the Ukraine war in a call with Vladimir Putin. How are the two sides developing their ties amid global uncertainties? (25:02) ④ Survivors of Jeffrey Epstein’s abuse are renewing their calls for the full release of files tied to Epstein’s sex-trafficking network. What have led to their deep sense of frustration? (35:21) ⑤ Donald Trump has threatened to block the opening of a new US-Canada bridge, demanding that Canada turn over at least half of the project’s ownership and agree to other US demands over cross-border trade issues. Does the threat make sense? (44:20)

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53 min
6 DAYS AGO

Beyond gold and the dollar: How's RMB emerging as a safe haven?

Gold prices are swinging sharply, while the appeal of the U.S. dollar as the world's dominant reserve currency appears to be gradually eroding. Does de-dollarization force the world to rethink safe havens — beyond dollar and gold. And where does the Renminbi stand in this shifting landscape? To explore these questions, host Ge Anna is joined by Yan Liang, Professor of Economics at Willamette University; Sean Chang, Associate Professor of Practice in Finance at the University of Hong Kong; and Chen Jiahe, Chief Investment Officer at Novem Arcae Technologies.

6 days ago

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53 min
28 JAN

UK PM leads major business delegation to China. How vital is China for Britain’s economy?

① UK PM leads major business delegation to China. how vital is China for Britain’s economy? (00:47) ② Chinese EV makers set sights on UK market as Beijing and London move to strengthen economic ties. How can Chinese NEVs seize growth opportunities in the UK? (15:33) ③ China urges Japan to correct fallacies in Takaichi’s remarks on Taiwan. How might Japan’s repeated provocative statements affect regional stability and Tokyo’s strategic calculations? (25:00) ④ China's retail sales hit 50-trillion-yuan (about $7.2 trillion) mark. What sectors are driving this unprecedented consumption growth? (33:27) ⑤ India, EU sign several pacts after 20 years. How will this landmark deal influence U.S. leverage over its traditional partners? (44:07)

28 Jan

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52 min
5 FEB

Xi’s key messages in his calls with Trump and Putin

① President Xi Jinping has held a phone call with Donald Trump and a virtual meeting with Vladimir Putin on the same day. Will China maintain a stable relationship with the US while further developing close ties with Russia? (00:55) ② What’s behind the Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi’s renewed call for constitutional change to recognize the Self‑Defense Forces? (24:57) ③ Are Russia and Ukraine edging closer to peace as they hold US-brokered talks in Abu Dhabi? (35:11) ④ Germany’s Friedrich Merz is on a two-day Gulf tour with a mission to diversity Berlin’s partnerships. To what extent is the trip prompted by the increasingly contentious transatlantic relationship? (44:23)

5 Feb

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54 min
3 FEB

Your shopping receipt is now a paycheck

Buying something and pocketing the receipt is a universal, forgettable ritual. But across China, that small slip of paper is being weaponized for the economy. Dozens of cities are transforming routine purchases into a nationwide policy experiment, using receipts as a direct lever to stimulate consumer spending and modernize how taxes are tracked. / There's no such thing as "hangry" (17:32). On the show: Niu Honglin, Steve & Yushan

3 Feb

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28 min
23 JAN

China's U-23 breakthrough: A new beginning for Chinese football?

This week on Sideline Story, we turn to a rare bright moment for Chinese football. China's U-23 national team has made history by reaching the Asian Cup final for the first time, the country's best result at any level in over twenty years. But beyond the result, what made this team different? From defensive discipline and tactical flexibility to a new wave of young talent, we look at what this U-23 side got right and whether it offers a realistic blueprint for the future. So is this just a memorable tournament run, or the start of a genuine reset for Chinese football?

23 Jan

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26 min
30 JAN

Panel: Why are US allies making nice with China?

UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer is the latest leader of a US ally to visit China in pursuit of renewed ties. He says it is vital to build a more sophisticated relationship with China. Apart from Starmer, China has hosted leaders of South Korea, Canada, Finland, and Ireland since the start of 2026. All these countries have been hit by Washington’s so-called reciprocal trade tariffs over the past year, and a few have found themselves at odds with US President Donald Trump over his desire to take control of Greenland. Why are some of Washington’s closest allies looking to China for reliable relations? Host Ding Heng is joined by Muhammad Ali Nasir, Professor of Economics at the University of Leeds in Britain; Liang Linlin, Director of Communication and Research with China Chamber of Commerce to the European Union; Professor Cui Hongjian from Beijing Foreign Studies University’s Academy of Regional and Global Governance.

30 Jan

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54 min
30 JAN

Is trying the new buying?

What if the newest trend in shopping isn't buying, but trying? Free tastes, test drives, and no-questions-asked returns are reshaping malls into showrooms for a growing trial economy. For consumers, the risk feels almost nonexistent. For brands, trust becomes the currency. But when does trying stop functioning as a preview and start replacing purchase altogether? And what happens when the free samples run out? On the show: Steve, Yushun & Yushan.

30 Jan

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28 min
29 JAN

When weather forecasts become financial forecasts

Markets are seen as rational systems driven by data, while weather seems purely physical and unpredictable. China's meteorological authorities and the Fudan University are now bridging this divide. They have unveiled "Shangji," a pioneering AI model designed to decode the hidden patterns that connect weather forecasts directly to stock market moves. / Can your workout actually be hurting you (18:02)? On the show: Niu Honglin, Steve & Fei Fei.

29 Jan

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25 min
4 FEB

Airborne answer to healthcare gaps

Around the world, specialized healthcare is often limited by geography. China is now testing a novel solution to close that gap. Instead of evacuating patients, this experiment brings care to them by flying the hospital itself. On the show: Niu Honglin, Steve & Fei Fei

4 Feb

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29 min

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