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China Plus hosts Chat Lounge, a news show with 100 episodes published.
Typhoon Dolphin has brought record-breaking rainfall to parts of eastern and central China, triggering mass evacuations, transport disruptions, and flooding risks. But its impact raises bigger questions about the future
OpenAI, Google, and Anthropic are all cutting prices. Coincidence? Or a sign that Chinese AI is changing the game? As Washington weighs tougher restrictions on Chinese AI models, Silicon Valley is sending a very differen
French luxury brand Louis Vuitton won in court, but is it losing China? A trademark lawsuit against the Chinese tea brand Molly Tea has sparked a nationwide debate over trademark rights, cultural heritage, and brand perc
A Chinese company stepped in to save British Steel when few others would. Six years later, the UK government has stripped it of control. Was this a commercial decision, or another sign that geopolitics is rewriting the r
China's southern island province of Hainan is racing toward a bold milestone: ending the sale of new fossil fuel-powered vehicles by 2030. Why is Hainan leading the way? How close is it to reaching its goal? And could it
Beijing has unveiled a sweeping new package of measures to strengthen Hong Kong's role as the world's leading offshore renminbi hub and an international financial center. But why now? From expanding Bond Connect and offs
Retirement, is it really the end of the road? China doesn't seem to think so. The country has unveiled its first nationwide rules to protect over-age workers, including eligible foreign employees. Why now? Will the new p
China has unveiled a new action plan to stabilize and upgrade foreign investment. Is this just another policy update, or does it signal a deeper shift in China's approach to opening up? Why is the focus moving from marke
They are champions. They are trailblazers. And they're only 12 years old. A group of Chinese youngsters has stunned Europe, becoming the first Asian team to win Italy's prestigious Sigismondi Cup, often called the "Mini
China has unveiled a landmark reform that could affect hundreds of millions of migrant workers and their families. Supporters say it's a breakthrough for fairness and opportunity. Critics wonder whether cities can afford
China's securities regulator has launched a major crackdown on illegal cross-border securities activities, targeting online brokerages operating outside the country's regulatory framework. Why is Beijing acting now after
From new supply chain rules and punitive tariffs to restrictions on Chinese technology in Europe's green transition, Brussels is taking increasingly aggressive steps to reduce dependence on China. But is the EU strengthe
As U.S. President Donald Trump has returned to China, are Beijing and Washington heading toward a tech thaw or merely pausing before tensions further escalate? From chips and AI to EVs, robotics, and space technology, ho
Chinese company Landbridge is fighting to hold on to Darwin Port after Australia said it may reclaim the lease. Landbridge has launched arbitration at the International Center for Settlement of Investment Disputes, poten
China's DeepSeek AI startup has unveiled its latest model, reportedly at just a fraction of the cost of comparable U.S. systems. Could that price edge help it win over users? Reports say the launch was delayed to align w
As the Beijing International Film Festival takes over the city, films are no longer just something we watch in cinemas. They’re connecting tourism, retail, entertainment, and even cutting-edge tech. What does this “film
From AI-powered glasses to flying cars and next generation of humanoid robots, companies from home and abroad have gathered in China’s Hainan province for the 6th China International Consumer Products Expo (CICPE), also
SMILE, a joint China–Europe satellite, is about to capture something we've never seen before: Earth's magnetic shield in action. What is it trying to do? Why does it matter, and how could it affect your phone, your fligh
Since elevating the goal of becoming a "maritime power" in 2012, China has made significant progress. What are the most eye-catching achievements? As the focus shifts from speed to quality, how could China's AI and digit
China's consumer spending has shown a noticeable rebound in the first two months of the year. What are the key drivers? Though the performance beat expectations, it remains the weakest start to a year since 2000, excludi
Dr. Warwick Powell
adjunct professor, supply-chain veteran, blockchain pioneer, author · Queensland University of Technology
5 appearances on this show
Wu Changhua
Global Climate Academy
1 appearance on this show
Yasiru Ranaraja
Belt & Road Initiative Sri Lanka
1 appearance on this show
Yao Shujie
Chongqing University
2 appearances on this show
Chen Jiahe
Novem Arcae Technologies
3 appearances on this show
Dr. Sean Chang
HKU SPACE, the University of Hong Kong
1 appearance on this show
Dr. Zhou Mi
Chinese Academy of International Trade and Economic Cooperation
2 appearances on this show
Dr. Liu Tianbiao
College of Physical Education and Sports, Beijing Normal University
1 appearance on this show
Dr. Yao Shujie
Chongqing University
1 appearance on this show
Dr. Lauren Johnston
AustChina Institute
1 appearance on this show
Liu Baocheng
University of International Business and Economics
3 appearances on this show
Hans-Peter Burghof
University of Hohenheim
1 appearance on this show
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