Joining the discussion are Zoom Ahmed Khan, a research fellow specializing in China-Kyrgyzstan relations; Zhao Ying, who analyzes Trump’s proposal for the Gaza Strip; Hans-Peter Berkhoff, an expert on US-EU trade conflicts; and Chen Jiahe, who delves into China's Spring Festival economic trends. They explore the implications of Trump's provocative Gaza plan, potential trade wars between the US and EU, and the revival of consumer spending in China, particularly during holidays, shedding light on regional cooperation and its challenges.

Dr. Zhou Mi, a Senior Research Fellow at the Chinese Academy of International Trade, and Chen Jiahe, Chief Investment Officer at Novakate Technologies, dive into Sri Lankan President Anurav Dissanayake's visit to China. They discuss the significance of strengthening Sri Lanka-China ties amid financial struggles and the search for an IMF loan. The duo also tackles the U.S. export bans on AI technologies, emphasizing their impact on global innovation, and the rise of the Chinese app Red Note as U.S. TikTok users seek alternatives.