World Today

① China and Indonesia have held the first meeting of a Joint Foreign and Defense Ministerial Dialogue. How can the two sides push bilateral ties to higher level? (00:54)② China rolls out guidelines on upgrading its pilot free trade zones. What does it tell us about the country’s move to further open up itself? (12:50)③ Dozens of leading US economists have signed a public declaration warning that President Donald Trump’s use of tariffs could trigger a self-inflicted recession. We take a look at some of the letter’s key points and why economists are worried. (25:13)④ In the US, Harvard University is suing the Trump administration in order to prevent the federal government from freezing over $2 billion in grants. Is the autonomy that the Supreme Court has long granted American universities under threat? (36:20)⑤ We explore why China has added 29 new majors to the country’s undergraduate university education system. (46:23)

① In response to reports that Washington plans to put pressure on other countries to restrict trade with China in exchange for exemptions to US tariffs, China has called on countries not to appease the US. What could be the consequences of appeasing the Trump administration in trade? (00:53)② US Vice President JD Vance is in India for a four-day visit. We explore whether India can reach a trade deal with the Trump administration and more in bilateral relations. (13:34)③ Russia and Ukraine are blaming each other for breaking an Easter ceasefire. How realistic is the prospect of a peace agreement in the near future? (24:49)④ Iran has called its latest talks with the US on a potential nuclear deal useful. How likely will the two sides reach a deal? (33:55)⑤ What has enabled China to host the world’s first humanoid robot half-marathon? (41:49)

Chinese President Xi Jinping completed a landmark state visit to three key Southeast Asian nations — Vietnam, Malaysia, and Cambodia. The trip came at a time of rising global trade tensions, with Washington’s tariff threats casting a shadow over the world economy.What does this trip reveal about China’s evolving role in the region? And why is it drawing global attention right now?Host Ge Anna is joined by Dr. Lee Pei May, Assistant Professor of Political Science at the International Islamic University Malaysia; Herman Laurel, Founder of the "Philippine BRICS Strategic Studies" Group, a think tank focusing on the Philippines in global affairs; Prof. Song Qingrun, from the School of Asian Studies at Beijing Foreign Studies University.

① Chinese President Xi Jinping is on a two-day state visit to Cambodia. How significant is the trip? (00:42)② California has become the first US state to sue Donald Trump over tariffs. What could come next? (24:59)③ The 137th China Import and Export Fair is underway in Guangzhou. How is it promoting global trade at a time when multilateralism is under threat? (33:51)④ Irish diplomat: Irish products looking for more opportunities in the Chinese market (41:49)

①Chinese President Xi Jinping urges joint efforts to build a high-level strategic China-Malaysia community with a shared future. (00:38)②China's economy grew 5.4 percent in the first quarter. What's driving the momentum, and is it sustainable? (25:00)③As global consumers boycott American goods, could this deliver a major blow to the US economy? (35:11)④Sudan's paramilitary force has declared the formation of a rival government. (43:46)

①Chinese President Xi Jinping has wrapped up a state visit to Vietnam. What was achieved, and what message does it send regionally and globally? (00:42)②Swiss diplomat: Hainan Expo a platform for Swiss companies to connect with Chinese consumers (24:57)③China's exports of new-energy vehicles jumped nearly 44% in the first quarter. (35:07)④The Trump administration is freezing more than $2 billion in federal funds for Harvard University. What are the real intentions behind this move? (45:36)

①On a visit to Vietnam, Chinese President Xi Jinping urges deeper cooperation between the two countries in building a community with a shared future. (00:48)②China's foreign trade started steady in the first quarter. What’s driving this resilience amid external uncertainties? (13:28)③Donald Trump suggests tariff exemptions for smartphones and other tech products imported from China are just temporary. What's behind the back-and-forth in Washington's trade policy? (24:33)④The fifth China International Consumer Products Expo in underway in Hainan. What are the highlights? (31:25)⑤German experts slash growth outlook amid Trump tariffs. (42:07)

US President Donald Trump’s sweeping tariffs and tariff threats are inflicting significant disruptions on international trade. Allianz Global Investors has warned that Trump’s ‘liberation day’ announcement will shave at least 1% off global economic output.China is the central target of Trump’s tariff war. Faced with US tariffs, China is sending a message that it stands firm against bullying practices, and that it remains a strong supporter of globalization.Amid turbulence caused by Trump’s trade war, to what extent can China maintain stability in global trade? Host Ding Heng is joined by Peter Chang, Former Deputy Director of University of Malaya’s Institute of China Studies and Research Associate of Malaysia-China Friendship Association; Frank Liu, Associate Professor at the Business School, University of Western Australia; Einar Tangen, Senior Fellow of Taihe Institute.

① China says it does not want a trade war, but it’s not afraid of fighting one. (00:42)② China to forge closer trade ties with neighbors. (24:36)③ China's deflationary pressure is showing signs of easing, as consumer prices fell at a slower pace last month. (34:43)④ South Korea's presidential front-runner Lee Jae-myung enters leadership race. (43:28)

① Willing to talk, ready to hit back: China slaps 84% tariffs on U.S. goods in face of escalating economic coercion. (00:48)② Beijing and Brussels stand together in defense of free and open trade. (22:53)③ Trust in America is faltering. A new survey shows a sharp jump in the number of Britons who believe the U.S. is using its global power for bad. (32:47)④ China moves swiftly to stabilize markets amid global financial turbulence. (42:34)