World Today

① Wang Yi's trip to Thailand: How can pragmatic cooperation be deepened? (00:43)

② The Qatari prime minister says a framework on a phased ceasefire in Gaza has been reached. Is it laying the groundwork for a way forward? (14:56)

③ German economic experts warn of consequences of decoupling from China. (24:56)

④ A new report confirms housing has become unaffordable for 22 million Americans. (35:59)

⑤ Chinese embassy cautions students after “interrogating, harassing” treatment at U.S. border. (45:24)

① How China and France navigate global challenges together? A look into the 60-year diplomatic ties and future prospects. (00:57)

② What joint initiatives have China and the U.S. agreed upon? Insights from Wang Yi and Sullivan talks. (12:01)

③ What's fueling the Texas vs. U.S. federal government standoff on immigration? (25:52)

④ Arab nations strongly criticize the Western decision to suspend funding for the UNRWA for Palestine refugees. (36:34)

⑤ Record-breaking spring festival travel rush kicks off in China as the economy continues to boom in 2024. (44:58)

As more and more Chinese people return to their pre-pandemic leisure habits, local cultural and tourism bureaus in various parts of the country are exploring new and creative ways to attract tourists. Some bureau bosses have made themselves stars with costume dances, impromptu singing, and historical reenactments. Others resorted to the influence of celebrities, asking for their help to introduce culture and tourist sites.

What does such competition tell us about today's China? Apart from tourism, what other opportunities are presenting themselves for cities and provinces in China that are transforming from a reliance on heavy industry to high-quality development? Host Liu Kun is joined by Dr. Zhou Mi, Senior Research Fellow with Chinese Academy of International Trade and Economic Cooperation; Professor Doug Guthrie, Director of China Initiatives at Thunderbird School of Global Management; Mike Bastin, China observer and senior lecturer at the University of Southampton.

①Chinese President Xi Jinping has met with the Prime Minister of Antigua and Barbuda, Gaston Browne. How will the two countries strengthen their cooperation? (00:44)

②China's Central Bank has announced a series of monetary policy adjustments to boost growth. What impact will they have on China's economy? (13:38)

③US Secretary of State Antony Blinken is on a four-nation tour in Africa. We take a closer look at the United States' Africa policy. (24:28)

④Thousands strike against Argentina's President Javier Milei. (33:40)

⑤Multinationals urge Janet Yellen not to let politics stop US Steel deal. (43:09)

①China and Uzbekistan elevate ties to all-weather comprehensive strategic partnership for a new era. What does this mean for bilateral cooperation and exchanges? (00:45)

②China and Nauru have reestablished diplomatic relations. How significant is this for both countries and the broader South Pacific region? (11:14)

③China moves to stabilize the capital market. How much impact will it have on investor confidence and overall market stability? (24:45)

④Shanghai breaks foreign investment record; Guangdong's GDP surpasses $1.83 trillion in 2023. (34:32)

⑤Donald Trump wins New Hampshire primary. (44:24)

①China issues white paper on the legal framework and measures for counterterrorism. (00:38)

②Japanese business leaders visit China for talks. How significant is this for both countries? (13:54)

③Global shipping rates are skyrocketing as Houthi forces continue to attack ships in the Red Sea. (24:36)

④In Germany, hundreds of thousands of people have taken to the streets in protest against right-wing extremism. What triggered these mass protests? (33:55)

⑤UN report suggests international tourism will reach pre-pandemic levels in 2024.(41:15)

①Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi has visited Jamaica on the last stop of his first diplomatic tour of the year. What has been achieved during his trip? (00:43)

②The European Union's top diplomat has accused Israel of funding Hamas. What has led to this statement? (14:24)

③Florida Governor Ron DeSantis has dropped out of the 2024 presidential race and endorsed Donald Trump. How will this affect the New Hampshire primary? (22:37)

④US to ban Pentagon from buying batteries from China's CATL, BYD (31:39)

⑤China Economy: 2023 saw "positive trend in industrial recovery" for world's biggest manufacturer (39:33)

Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi has wrapped up a four-nation tour to the African continent. The trip took him to Egypt, Tunisia, Togo, and Cote d' lvoire.

What were the highlights of Foreign Minister Wang Yi' s African trip? What will be the main focus of China-Africa cooperation this year? How will China adapt its strategies to align with Africa’s evolving development goals and priorities?

Host Zhao Ying is joined by Dr. Karim Ben Kahla, Professor of Governance at Tunis High School of Commerce; Hannah Ryder, CEO of Development Reimagined; and Dr. He Wenping, Africa expert and Senior Research Fellow at Chinese Academy of Social Sciences.

①Chinese Premier Li Qiang says on his official visit to Ireland that the two countries should always regard each other as key cooperative partners. What are the details? (00:50) ②The United States has conducted another round of strikes against Houthi targets in Yemen. What are the consequences? (13:46) ③The U.S., South Korea and Japan have conducted large-scale combined naval exercises in a show of strength against North Korea.(25:00) ④NATO Secretary General Jens Stoltenberg has again defended NATO's role in Asia by hyping the "China threat" theory.(31:50) ⑤Artificial intelligence has taken the center stage at this year's World Economic Forum in Davos, Switzerland.(43:15)

①Chinese Premier Li Qiang has called for the world to stick together in the face of challenges in his address to the World Economic Forum Annual Meeting in Davos. What are the details? (00:50) ②A mainland official says communications between the mainland and Taiwan must be based on the 1992 Consensus, which recognizes the one-China Principle.(13:40) ③China's gross domestic product grew 5.2 percent in 2023. How should we look at the figures? (26:30) ④French President Emmanuel Macron has suggested that for Europe the most significant risk to global order is the Ukraine crisis.(36:35) ⑤Founder of the world's biggest hedge fund firm Ray Dalio has expressed his confidence in China to overcome the current economic hurdles.(44:20)