World Today

① China is confident to fight till the end against the new tariff threat. (00:48)② Netanyahu discusses Gaza and tariffs with Trump at the White House. (24:53)③Egypt, Jordan, France call for immediate ceasefire in Gaza, reject displacement of Palestinians. (35:16)④ Global manufacturing PMI edges down in March on weak data from Americas. (43:35)

① China states its position on opposing U.S. abuse of tariffs. (00:42)② EU seeks unity in first strike back at U.S. tariffs, targeting $28 billion of American imports. (15:03)③ South Korea is expected to hold a snap election on June 3rd. (26:03)④ Ukraine’s president hits U.S. embassy over “surprisingly disappointing” response to Russian strike. (36:45)⑤ New consumption frontiers energize China's market during the Qingming Festival holiday. (47:06)

US President Donald Trump has announced sweeping new tariffs against trade partners.The tariffs will apply to about 60 countries, marking the biggest shake-up of global trade norms since World War II.Trump argued that punitive steps would bring industry and jobs back to the United States.Can these tariffs really deliver the economic boost Trump promises, or will they end up hurting American businesses and consumers? Could this lead to a global trade war? And could this mark a turning point in the US role in the global economy?Host Zhao Ying is joined by Zhou Mi, Senior Research Fellow with Chinese Academy of International Trade and Economic Cooperation; Lee Pei May, Assistant Professor of Political Science at the International Islamic University Malaysia; Josef Gregory Mahoney, Professor of Politics and International Relations at East China Normal University.

① China has voiced strong opposition to Washington’s so-called reciprocal tariffs, vowing to take countermeasures. Will Donald Trump’s new tariffs fundamentally reshape trade relations between China and the US? (00:51)② Israel has announced a major expansion of its military operation in Gaza. Will this work in pressuring the Hamas to release more hostages? (25:02)③ More than a year after a door plug blowout incident took place on a 737 MAX-9 plane, Boeing CEO has attended a US Senate hearing on the incident and how the company is addressing its safe issues. Will Boeing ever revive its reputation? (34:46)④ How is an American influencer’s China trip challenging misconceptions of the country? (44:35)

① Meeting with China’s foreign minister in the Kremlin, Russian President Vladimir Putin called on Beijing and Moscow to enhance strategic cooperation. Will China and Russia jointly deliver more stability to a turbulent world? (00:53)② How could the new tariffs being imposed by US President Donald Trump erode consumer and business confidence? (13:26)③ The US is sending more warplanes to reinforce its military capability in the Middle East, as its tensions with Iran build. Does Trump mean it when he threatens Iran with bombing? (24:41)④ Denmark’s prime minister is visiting Greenland amid mounting pressure from Trump to control the island. What’s at stake in her trip? (34:56)⑤ What’s behind the skyrocketing rice prices in Japan? (44:00)

In this insightful discussion, Liu Kuangyu analyzes China's military drills around Taiwan as a necessary response to independence movements. Cui Hongjian highlights the deepening ties between China and Russia amid global tensions, presenting their relationship as a 'friends forever' strategy. Wang Zhengxu offers a historical perspective on the 75 years of China-India relations, emphasizing the importance of mutual trust for future collaboration. Zhou Mi discusses the potential market impact of US tariffs, warning of disrupted supply chains and rising prices.

① In March, China’s manufacturing activity expanded at its fastest pace in one year. We explore the factors that contributed to this expansion. (00:47)② China, Japan and South Korea have held their first ministerial economic dialogue in five years, agreeing to boost trade cooperation. Will the three sides ever reach a trilateral free trade agreement? (14:06)③ The 1945 Battle of Iwo Jima between the US and Japan was one of the bloodiest battles in the Pacific theater of the Second World War, but US Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth has praised the Japanese who fought in the battle. How dangerous is his behavior? (25:00)④ China has issued its first operation certificates for autonomous passenger drones. What does this move say about China's development of the low-altitude economy? (32:54)⑤ We take a look at the annual Zhongguancun Forum held in Beijing and the opportunities for global science and tech cooperation available at the event. (43:56)

Chinese President Xi Jinping has met representatives from the international business community in Beijing. Over the past week, heads of some 80 multinationals including Siemens, Apple, Samsung and Pfizer have flocked to China to seek new cooperation opportunities, with nearly 30 U.S. companies—more than any other foreign country—represented at the China Development Forum. Why are these firms still betting big on the Chinese market? Host Ge Anna joins Ann Lee, Expert of China US economic relations and the author of the book "What the U.S. Can Learn from China"; Haolan Wang, Research Assistant at the Asia Society Policy Institute’s Center for China Analysis; Dr. John Gong, Professor with University of International Business and Economics.

①US President Donald Trump has announced 25% tariffs on car imports. What does it mean for US car makers and consumers? (00:48)②The EU has rejected Russia's ceasefire demand for sanctions relief. Does this add more uncertainty to the fragile Black Sea truce? (13:35)③Participants discuss AI ethics at Boao Forum. (24:31)④Zhongguancun Forum opens in Beijing to explore tech innovations. (32:40)⑤Jamaica has rebuffed a push by US Secretary of State Macro Rubio against a program that brings in Cuban doctors. We take a closer at the Cuban medical missions and their role in Caribbean healthcare. (42:22)

①Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi has held strategic dialogue with his Portuguese counterpart. What issues have they discussed? (00:40)②Russia and Ukraine have agreed to a Black Sea ceasefire, but uncertainties remain. Can it pave the way for a broader peace deal? (12:28)③Chinese mainland spokesperson has responds to TSMC's US investment push, slamming the DPP of "ruining Taiwan." (25:00)④Indonesia will join the BRICS' New Development Bank. What's behind the decision? (33:11)⑤BYD outpaces Tesla with annual sales of more than $100 billion. (43:10)