World Today

Topics include: Canada retaliatory tariffs on US goods come into force. Canada imposes retaliatory tariffs on nearly 13 billion dollars of U.S. goods. Left-wing candidate López Obrador claimes victory in Mexico's presidential election, saying "profound change" is coming. China unveils negative list for foreign investment in Free Trade Zones. Germany's interior minister offers to step sown over Merkel's handling of migrants. LeBron James agrees to join Los Angeles Lakers.

This Sunday marks the 97th anniversary of the establishment of the Communist Party of China.It is a longtime goal to realize moderate prosperity in China by the time of the party's centenary. The target was first raised by Chinese leader Deng Xiaoping and most recently was reaffirmed at the party's key 19th national congress.

Topics include: Gaokao scores gain acceptance in U.S. schools. Pork fat is announced as top ten most nutritious food in the world! Online celebrity economy growing fast in China.  On world cup: Germany knocked out on pair of South Korea goals.

Topics include: Xi Jinping and James Mattis agreed that the common ground between China and the US far outweighs their differences. Trump says he is likely to meet Putin next month. China issues white paper on WTO. Australia is set to pass foreign interference laws.Defending champion Germany was shockingly knocked out of World Cup by South Korea.Lard is believed to be healthier that thought.

Topics include: North and South Korea agree to conduct joint study on connecting railways over border.The U.S. is pressing others to terminate Iran oil imports in months. Trump hails Supreme Court's backing of travel ban on Muslim-majority countries.Ethiopia receives first Eritrean delegation in 20 years. Argentina strike late to advance to World Cup knockout stages..

Topics include: China and the EU stand Against Trade Protectionism. Harley, stung by tariffs, shifts some production overseas. US defense secretary Jim Mattis visits China. Argentina brought to a standstill by general strike. Trump Takes His Time Supporting Sanders After Restaurant Rejects Her. Jeff Bezos' Blue Origin Will Start Selling Tickets to Space Next Year.

Topics include: Erdogan wins in Turkey's presidential race. Dozens injured in Zimbabwe rally blast. China cuts reserve requirement ratio. Education minister calls for more challenging college curriculum. Restaurant refuses service to White House press secretary over political differences.

Topics include:  WHO says Video game

addicts are mentally ill.  China to build

national AI-assisted translation platform. KFC to provide vegan

food in the UK and Ireland.  Alipay helps Chinese

fans enjoy World Cup in Russia.

Many thanks for joining us to talk about this big topic. We will call you a little before 19:00 Friday evening Beijing Time (GMT+8). Studio guests are advised to arrive at CRI HQs around 18:50. Global economic and strategic new order has been discussed for decades. It seems more relevant today after what happened at this year’s G7 summit and amid all the trade conflicts between the US and other major economies..

Topics include: Donald Trump backs down on migrant family separations policy. Papua New Guinea's Prime Minister arrives in China for a week-long visit. South Korean President Moon Jae-in heads to Russia for the first state visit in 19 years. China Signals Reserve Ratio Cut Coming to Help Small Firms. New study finds that IQ scores have been steadily falling for the past few decadesNew Zealand Prime Minister gives birth to a baby girl.