The Auto China 2026 opened on April 24, showcasing nearly 1,500 vehicles over a 10-day exhibition. China is no longer just the world's largest car market—it is becoming a technology and innovation powerhouse, especially in electric and intelligent vehicles. What are the most impressive trends emerging at this year's show?

China’s economy is showing fresh signs of resilience. Profits at major industrial enterprises rose by more than 15 percent compared to a year earlier. High-tech manufacturing stood out, with profits surging by more than 47 percent. At the same time, global ratings agency Moody’s has affirmed China’s sovereign credit rating at A1 and revised the outlook to stable. What is the current state of China’s economy? What is driving its growth momentum? Can it weather external shocks?

Chinese companies are reporting earnings, and the numbers are turning heads. Corporate profits in many sectors are strong, factory gate prices are rising for the first time in years, and China's most innovative companies are making their mark on the global stage. Is this the beginning of a sustained earnings recovery? And with Chinese stocks trading at a discount to global peers, is now the moment for international investors to take a closer look?

China’s humanoid robots have made a remarkable leap in endurance and autonomy. At the Beijing E-Town 2026 humanoid robot half-marathon, an Honor robot finished the race in around 50 minutes. This is faster than the human half-marathon world record. What’s more, nearly 40 percent of this year’s robots navigated the course autonomously rather than relying on remote control. What is driving this rapid leap forward? What does this say about the pace of humanoid robot development in China? How different are the U.S. and China in their approaches to robotics development, from government policy and private sector roles to data, talent, and infrastructure?

China's GDP grew 5 percent year on year in the first quarter, underscoring the economy's resilience amid a complex and uncertain global environment. Policymakers continue to prioritize expanding domestic demand and advancing high-quality growth. Experts weigh in on how effective these policies have been and what signals lie behind the numbers.

China’s economy is showing fresh momentum. In the first quarter, total foreign trade grew 15 percent, with exports rising nearly 12 percent, and imports surging nearly 20 percent. This strength comes at a time of growing global uncertainty. The International Monetary Fund has downgraded its global economic outlook, warning that Middle East tensions and energy disruptions could weigh heavily on the world economy. What does China’s strong trade performance mean for the global economy? Can it help anchor stability in an increasingly uncertain world?

China's 15th Five-Year Plan unveils a new blueprint for growth, prioritizing digital innovation, industrial upgrading, and domestic consumption.

China's A-share market weathered Middle East turbulence in the first quarter, as IPO funding surged and major indexes remained stable. All 30 new listings posted gains on their debuts, averaging 164 percent. Total IPO proceeds jumped 56 percent year-on-year to nearly 26 billion yuan in the first quarter. What is driving this remarkable growth? What does it reflect about the strength of China’s economy?

As China's 15th Five-Year Plan unveils a new blueprint for growth, what signals are defining the trajectory of this global powerhouse? And where do the true opportunities lie?

From high-level forums and global expositions to real-time economic indicators, we are tracking the momentum reshaping the nation. In our first episode, we sit down with global executives at the China Development Forum to discuss why they are doubling down on China and what they foresee for the future.

Chinese President Xi Jinping has sent a congratulatory message to mark the inauguration of the World Data Organization. He noted that as the world rapidly enters the intelligent era, data is increasingly playing a key role as a fundamental resource and an engine of innovation. President Xi emphasized that China will uphold the principles of consultation, joint contribution, and shared benefits, and work with all parties to build consensus on data governance rules. Why do we need this kind of organization for global data governance? Why is it based in Beijing?

Host Zhao Yang spoke with Qu Qiang, Fellow of Belt and Road Research Center at Minzu University of China；Yan Liang, Professor of Economics, Willamette University；Andy Mok, senior research fellow at the Center for China and Globalization.