The Beijing Hour Thailand, Cambodia to resume ceasefire discussions
Dec 22, 2025
Tensions escalate as China rebukes Japan's calls for nuclear weapons, sparking debates on regional stability and tourism impacts. In another significant discussion, China's legislature reviews a new Childcare Services Law aimed at bolstering legal protections for children. Meanwhile, Thailand and Cambodia aim to resume ceasefire talks to address ongoing border conflicts. The podcast also touches on the implications of US-Russian dialogues on Ukraine and the latest developments in sports and economy.
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China Sees Japanese Nuclear Talk As Provocation
- China views senior Japanese officials' calls for nuclear weapons as a blunt provocation against post-war international order.
- The Foreign Ministry urged Japan to retract such remarks and warned the international community to stay vigilant.
Tourism Hit In Kansai After Diplomatic Remarks
- Tourism operators in Osaka and Kyoto reported trip cancellations and revenue drops after Prime Minister Takiichi's remarks on Taiwan.
- Local business owners said sales fell about 30% and the regional economy faced serious impact if declines persist.
Childcare Law Aims To Ease Family Burdens
- China's top legislature began reviewing a draft Childcare Services Law to strengthen legal protections and support birth policies.
- The government pairs subsidies and public childcare expansion to ease childcare burdens and support population development.