World Insight with Tian Wei

About 130 countries and regions are attending the 7th China International Import Exposition (CIIE) from November 5 to 10 in Shanghai. The theme this year is “New Era, Shared Future". A record number of exhibitors are participating. Chinese Premier Li Qiang delivered the expo's keynote speech at its opening ceremony. So, what are the highlights of the CIIE this year? What does the world expect from the expo and China?

The recent spike in Middle East hostilities has underscored the urgency of a ceasefire. With the Middle East situation getting more serious, what can be done to keep the already dire humanitarian crisis from worsening?

The Beijing Central Axis, a new UNESCO World Heritage site, embodies the essence of Chinese civilization and history. For a deep dive into the stories and significance of the iconic landmark, our host Tian Wei sat down with some experts to explore its role in cultural heritage preservation in our special program "Legendary Cities: Beijing's Central Axis".

Strengthening multilateral cooperation among Global South members was the topic at the BRICS Summit in Kazan, Russia. We spoke with the Secretary-General of the Shanghai Cooperation Organization, who says BRICS and the SCO share common goals. And is learning Chinese a good career move? Two language teachers at the Confucius Institute in Kazan, Russia, share their insight.

China’s voice has been well heard as a strong advocate for the Global South at the BRICS and BRICS Plus meetings in Russia. The strong call for peace as well as China’s commitment to establishing centers for cooperation and capacity building for the Global South is most welcomed. Participants from conflict-inflicted Lebanon at the meeting express strong support for China's call for an immediate ceasefire in the Middle East.

The BRICS group meets for the first time in Kazan, Russia, since their enlargement early this year from five to ten members. Our host Tian Wei sat down with Russian scholar, Pro. Alexander Lukin, for his take on how the group will embrace its cultural diversity to facilitate cooperation.

The BRICS summit is underway in Russia with five new members. American economist Jeffrey Sachs shares his perspectives on how the expanding group will influence global order and how BRICS cooperation can contribute to world peace.

Media professionals from BRICS countries share their perspectives on issues such as global connectivity, mutual respect, equality and green transition.

Children often bear the brunt of global crises, from conflict displacement to natural disasters and extreme poverty, which has disrupted millions of lives. The United Nations Children's Fund, or UNICEF, has been intensifying its work to address not only immediate humanitarian needs but also long-term development challenges. Together, China and UNICEF have made significant progress in addressing key issues affecting children. On these and more, we spoke to UNICEF Executive Director Catherine Russell to find out how the organization is working to support children every step of the way.

For the past nine-odd years, the Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank or AIIB has emerged as a crucial player in global infrastructure development. With over 100 member countries and economies, it reflects a commitment to building a sustainable future through investment in vital projects. As the world tackles climate change, the AIIB is at the forefront of promoting green financing. It’s not just about building roads and bridges, but also about building a sustainable future. In an exclusive interview, Sir Danny Alexander, Vice President for policy and strategy at the AIIB, shed light on how the bank is setting the stage for a resilient future. He also reflected on his journey and life in Beijing.