The Beijing Hour Chinese FM urges joint efforts, mutual support from China, France to maintain post-war order
Nov 28, 2025
In this discussion, Foreign Minister Wang Yi emphasizes the importance of China and France supporting each other on core issues and preserving WWII outcomes. Field reporters, including Zheng Ibing and Stephen Gibbs, provide insights on Taiwan's reactions to Japan's comments and the U.S. increasing military action against Venezuelan drug cartels. Additionally, Hong Kong authorities report on the tragic high-rise fire that resulted in 128 deaths, while AI expert Andy Mock analyzes generative AI's impact on various industries.
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China Seeks France Backing On Taiwan
- Wang Yi urged China and France, as UN Security Council permanent members, to jointly safeguard WWII outcomes and back each other on core issues.
- He framed Japan's Taiwan comments as violations of China's sovereignty and territorial integrity.
Changde Victims Keep Demanding Justice
- Survivors and lawyers in Changde recounted Japan's bacteriological attacks, citing thousands of victims and decades-long pursuit of justice.
- Local activists and a Japanese lawyer filed cases and sought political remedies after courts denied compensation.
U.S. Military Moves Near Venezuela
- The U.S. signalled expansion of military action against Venezuelan drug trafficking, deploying naval and air assets in the Caribbean.
- Venezuela responded by revoking airline operating rights and warning of foreign threats to national unity.