Central Asian nations buckle down to the business of regional cooperation through growing links such as rail and digital connectivity. How are these working out so far? Answers from a strategist under the Kyrgyz President and an Uzbek tech company CEO.

As the second China-Central Asia Summit wraps up in the Kazakh capital, Astana, we have insights from top Kazakh economy, energy and finance officials along with China's international trade council chair in a special program -- Connecting Central Asia.

Chinese President Xi Jinping has delivered a keynote speech at the second China-Central Asia Summit in Astana. In his speech, President Xi stressed the China-Central Asia Spirit, which focuses on “mutual respect, mutual trust, mutual benefit, and mutual assistance for the joint pursuit of modernization through high-quality development.” He also said all summit parties are signing a treaty on permanent good-neighborliness, friendship and cooperation. How can the meeting forge a closer community toward a shared future amid global headwinds? What's on the agenda?

The 2025 China-Central Asia Summit is taking place in Astana this week amid global uncertainty and shifting dynamics. Leaders from China and central Asia will join forces to strengthen regional stability, shared prosperity, and a more inclusive world order. Our guests shared their perspectives.

Open source is a crucial factor in motiving and nurturing innovation. As artificial intelligence is transforming the innovation agenda worldwide, open source AI has become the mainstream. Industry insiders share their insight on how open source for all works.

In this episode, we focus on the barriers to education exchanges between China and the United States. Learn about the big picture from an early Internet pioneer in China on how both sides benefit from academic opportunities and melting pot interactions.

Visionary leaders from across the UN system share their perspectives on issues such as the impact of World Environment Day, climate action, environmental justice and the transition to renewable energy.

Security measures on the application of facial recognition technology have taken effect in China. The technology has been widely used for mobile devices, law enforcement, access control and more. Experts share their opinions on issues related to privacy, tech innovations and the efficiency of regulations.

The United States Court of International Trade versus Trump administration tariffs. What's next after the court rules against most of the sweeping tariffs since Trump took office. Why the court decision? Could the Trump tariffs hold?

Chinese-American stand-up comedian Jimmy O. Yang is back on a comedy tour in China after two decades in America. So, what jokes do Chinese audiences lap up? How has being a mixed culture child helped him draw the laughs? Hear from Jimmy O. Yang as a Bridge Builder.