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Chinese Premier Li Qiang has made a trip to Southeast Asia this week for a historic first summit—where ASEAN, China, and the Gulf states aim to prove that 1+1+1 is greater than 3. Speaking at the talks in Kuala Lumpur, Li said the launch of the new forum marked a major innovation in regional economic cooperation amid complex changes in the international landscape.Host Ge Anna is joined by Dr Lee Pei May, Assistant Professor of Political Science at the International Islamic University Malaysia; Dr Rong Ying, Chair Professor with the School of International Studies, Sichuan University; Dr Zhou Mi, a senior research fellow with the Chinese Academy of International Trade and Economic Cooperation.

①A US court has blocked President Donald Trump's sweeping tariffs. What happens next, and how might it reshape his trade strategy? (00:46)②NATO eyes new 5% spending target (11:36)③Russia has proposed a second round of direct talks with Ukraine in Istanbul. Are we inching closer to a ceasefire? (24:36)④An interview with Dr. Kao Kim Hourn, Secretary-General of ASEAN (31:59)⑤The Trump administration says it will "aggressively" revoke the visas of Chinese students studying in the US. How far will the crackdown go, and who will be affected? (41:17)

①Chinese premier Li Qiang calls for upholding multilateral trading system at the ASEAN-China-GCC Summit. How significant is this message amid rising global protectionism and unilateralism? (00:41)②An interview with Solomon Islands' ambassador to China Barrett Salato (13:11)③China continues fiscal support for scientific and technological innovation. (25:00)④The Trump administration orders a pause on new student visa interviews as it weighs social media vetting. Is the US effectively closing its doors to international students? (34:01)⑤Japan has lost its position as the world's largest creditor nation for the first time in 34 years. (43:00)

①Chinese Premier Li Qiang is in Malaysia to participate in the first ASEAN-GCC-China Summit. What's driving this trilateral momentum? (00:35)②The Chinese Finance Ministry says Moody's decision to affirm China's A1 rating is a positive reflection of the improving prospects for the country's economy. (12:25)③Indonesia has hosted the inaugural Global Business Summit on Belt and Road Infrastructure Investment. (24:30)④The European Union says it remains fully committed to reaching a trade agreement with the US. What's at stake in their negotiations? (34:52)⑤Pakistan PM Shehbaz Sharif says he's ready to talk peace with India. (43:44)

①The 20th Western China International Fair is underway in Chengdu. What are the highlights of this year's event, and how is it promoting western China's role in the global market? (00:49)②Chinese Premier Li Qiang has visited Indonesia and called for the two countries to uphold the Bandung Spirit. (13:43)③French President Emmanuel Macron is on a six-day visit to Southeast Asia. What's driving France's growing interest in the region? (24:34)④The U.S. House of Representatives has narrowly passed a sweeping tax and spending bill. (33:54)⑤Harvard is fighting Trump in court again. (43:27)

Despite the moderation in the trade war between China and the US, great uncertainties remain. Amid the fallout from the trade conflict, Chinese authorities are implementing a raft of stimulus measures including interest rate cuts and liquidity injection to support the economy. Beijing says the Chinese economy is fully capable of coping with all kinds of challenges.How resilient is China in the face of a trade war? Can China turn the challenges caused by the trade war into an economic opportunity? Host Ding Heng is joined by Warwick Powell, Senior Fellow at Taihe Institute and Adjunct Professor at Queensland University of Technology; Professor John Gong from University of International Business and Economics; Li Lun, Assistant Professor of Economics at Peking University.

① China, ASEAN complete 3.0 FTA negotiations. (00:47)② The 4th China-CEEC Expo gets underway—billions in deals expected. (12:48)③ Chinese, Pakistani, and Afghan FMs meet to enhance cooperation. (24:48)④ Saying Trump exceeded his authority, 12 U.S. states ask court to strike down his sweeping tariffs. (35:47)⑤ South African president denies Trump's claims of genocide during tense Oval Office meeting. (44:38)

① President Xi stresses firm confidence in high-quality development during Henan inspection tour. (00:42)② Beijing criticizes Washington’s attempt to ban Chinese chips. (14:21)③ Japan says it’s in no rush for a trade deal with the U.S. (24:29)④ US tariffs dampen mood of global exporters, study shows. (35:18)⑤ CATL witnesses the world's biggest IPO listing this year. (44:54)

① Russia prepared to work on a memorandum with Ukraine: Putin. (00:48)② G7 finance leaders seek non-tariff consensus in Canada, may face US pushback. (16:37)③ Israel's plan to take control of the entire Gaza Strip sparks strong pushback from key Western allies. (24:34)④ China's Huawei launches HarmonyOS-powered laptop. (34:58)

① China gears up for its next development blueprint—15th Five-Year Plan—as President Xi calls for high-quality policymaking. (00:45)② The Chinese economy held firm in April, showing resilience amid pressure and maintaining steady growth. (14:32)③ Beijing pushes back against U.S. restrictions, denouncing unjustified curbs on Huawei’s AI chip development. (24:21)④ Putin says military op in Ukraine aimed at long-lasting peace after direct talks: media. (35:54)⑤ UK and EU strike post-Brexit reset deal. (43:53)