Demonstrations have been intensifying on college campus across the United States, with students calling for a permanent ceasefire in Gaza and suspension of U.S. military aid to Israel. Despite certain U.S. politicians branding the demonstrators as anti-Semitic, and hundreds of students being arrested, the anti-war protests continue to gain momentum, and have even spread to the U.K. and France. Will the U.S. college protests make a difference on the ground in Gaza? How will the U.S. government respond to student demands? As Israel approves plans to invade Rafah, will the protests continue to escalate?

Experts share their opinions on issues such as the protection for overseas Chinese in Pakistan, the progress of the China-Pakistan Economic Corridor and efforts made by Pakistan to tackle power shortages. They also discuss the Pakistani government’s priorities, China's role in helping coordinate development in Pakistan and Pakistan's advantages in attracting foreign investment.

Experts share their perspectives on the responsibilities of nuclear powers and U.S. policy on use of nuclear weapons. They also discuss the concept of mutually assured destruction and ways to achieve a sense of assurance and safety.

Recently, world attention has been focused on the increasing tensions between Iran and Israel. The U.S. and E.U. have strongly condemned Iran for its April 14th attack on Israel and voiced support for Israel by launching a series of sanctions against Iran’s economy, energy and military institutions. But no condemnation was ever issued on Israel’s initial strike. Russia was sanctioned for launching what it calls a special military operation in Ukraine while Israel has immunity from punishment even after the deaths of around 34,000 civilians because of its incursion into Gaza. Why does the West have such different attitudes toward different nations and people? How will this favoritism by the West for Israel impact the situation in the Middle East and beyond?

Experts share their perspectives on issues such as how the Silk Road connects diverse civilizations and how to foster exchanges and mutual learning among civilizations. They also look at China’s role in promoting cultural exchanges and the dynamics of cultural cooperation projects.

French President Emmanuel Macron has called for a truce during the 2024 Paris Olympics. Analysts share their opinions on the reasons behind Macron’s proposal, lessons from history and the sportsmanship and diplomacy of the Olympics.

China's GDP grew by 5.3% in the first quarter over the same period last year, thanks to strong high-end manufacturing. Data shows an increase in retail sales, growth in national investment, and an increase in imports and exports, all showing a steady recovery of the Chinese economy. What else does the most recent data show? What were some of the highlights of the first quarter?

Iran, for the first time, has launched attacks on Israel with drones and missiles. Tehran said the attack was in response to a strike on its consulate in Damascus at the beginning of the month, which killed seven officials. How will Israel respond? What are the chances this could escalate into a wider conflict?

The secretary general of a leading international medical humanitarian organization shares his opinions on issues such as the living conditions throughout Gaza, the priority of aid work and pressures facing the remaining hospitals in the region.

From the bombing of Iran's consulate in Damascus to the raid of the Mexican embassy in Quito and the killing of more than 200 humanitarian workers in Gaza, are we entering a stage where international norms and laws are under attack? At the same time, the United States, a permanent UN Security Council member, re-defined the Council's resolution calling for an immediate ceasefire as "unbinding," arguably the first time in UN history. Is international law no longer binding? Is the current international order declining?