The Hub with Wang Guan China Plus

China and Venezuela have elevated their relations to an all-weather strategic partnership. What does that mean for bilateral ties? Venezuela has come under intensifying U.S. sanctions in recent years. How has that impacted lives and businesses in the country? Our guest today is Nicolas Maduro Guerra, Chairman of China-Venezuela Parliamentary Friendship Group.

German Chancellor Olaf Scholz was in China from April 14 to 16 for his second visit since assuming office. As we commemorate the 10th anniversary of the comprehensive strategic partnership between China and Germany, how significant is this visit in shaping the future trajectory of China-Germany relations? And with German direct investment in China reaching a record high last year, how can German businesses further tap into China's vast growth potential in the coming years?

Yunnan, a province that stands proudly at China's southwestern border, is renowned for its awe-inspiring sceneries and a kaleidoscope of ethnicities. Yet, behind its picturesque façade, Yunnan confronts the harsh realities of rugged terrain and its landlocked status. The province is now redefining its strategic significance, transforming into a key hub of the dynamic markets of South and Southeast Asia. How has Yunnan overcome its socioeconomic challenges while shifting focus onto sustainable growth? In this episode of the Forefront, we talk to Wang Ning, secretary of the CPC Yunnan Provincial Committee.

The journey of President of the General Assembly of Pest County of Hungary Szabó István's recent delegation to various places across China underscores the growing importance of provincial exchanges in strengthening bilateral relations. What's the outcome of this visit? How will provincial-level cooperation enhance the overall bilateral relationship?

This year's China Development Forum saw Chinese Premier Li Qiang addressing the opening ceremony and has participants from around the world, including policymakers and CEOs from multinational companies. Once again, the Chinese economy is in focus. Is China's economy losing momentum? Is China still a top choice for investors from around the world? On the sidelines of the meetings, we caught up with some participants from the forum.

On March 24, 1999, without the authorization of the United Nations Security Council, the U.S.-led NATO initiated a bombing campaign against the former Federal Republic of Yugoslavia. The bombing campaign lasted for 78 days, resulting in significant casualties among innocent lives and causing extensive property and other damages. Now, 25 years on, what do people still remember about those days? What are the views of the ordinary people in that region on NATO?