Dialogue

China has expanded export controls on rare earth elements following Washington's new measures that Beijing regards as violating the Madrid agreement. In response, the U.S. president has threatened a 100-percent tariff on Chinese goods. Why does Washington continue to impose punitive measures on China despite the Madrid agreement? What does Beijing's tightening of rare earth exports mean for U.S. industries? As the U.S. imposes new fees on Chinese vessels and Beijing prepares to respond, are we witnessing the start of another round of trade war between the two sides?

With both Israel and Hamas confirming the first phase of a Gaza ceasefire agreement, there is finally a moment of respite after more than two years of devastating conflict. While lasting peace remains uncertain, this breakthrough has been widely welcomed by the international community. So, how will the initial agreement be implemented? What challenges lie ahead? And who will take the lead in rebuilding and governing Gaza after the war?

China's 14th Five-Year Plan is coming to an end. Since 2021, the blueprint has guided the country through pandemic shocks, trade tensions and a slowing global economy, while driving new industries, stronger R&D and a push for greener growth. But not every goal has been met and challenges remain. What will the next plan need to deliver? How can China break through bottlenecks, sustain high quality growth, and balance development with national security in uncertain times?

Beginning 5,000 years ago with cultures like Liangzhu, diverse Chinese regional civilizations interacted and integrated, ultimately forming the unified foundation of Chinese civilization.

Two years into the Israel-Hamas conflict, new talks begin. Can deep divisions be overcome for a hostage deal and a path toward peace and reconstruction?

Over the past years, China has experienced a significant transition in its energy sector. With constant environmental progress, the country is getting greener and cleaner. How has China achieved this? What is its global impact? What are some of the challenges at China aims to achieve carbon neutrality in 2060?

From the world's largest high-speed rail network to ground breaking space exploration and cutting-edge AI industries, China has rapidly transformed into a global tech powerhouse. What's the story behind this remarkable transformation? How are tech advancements impacting our life and even global cooperation? What are China’s future goals of tech innovation? And what are the implications for the world? To unpack these questions, we embark on a journey of China’s tech revolution with our guests.

U.S. President Donald Trump has unveiled a 20-point peace plan to end the conflict in Gaza following talks with the Israeli prime minister. The plan calls for an immediate end to fighting, the disarmament of Hamas, and the withdrawal of Israeli troops from Gaza. Is the plan sincere and fair? Will Hamas and the Palestinian people accept it? Can it truly bring peace and stability to the region?

China is celebrating the 70th anniversary of the founding of Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region. What lessons can be drawn from its development path? What challenges still lie ahead? How will the northwestern region's future shape China and its neighbors?

This year marks the 70th founding anniversary of the Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region. Once an isolated and barren land, the far-western Chinese region is now a vibrant hub where people of all ethnic backgrounds enjoy peace and prosperity. What transformations has the region experienced? What have been the challenges along the way and what opportunities still lie ahead for this developing region?