The Beijing Hour
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The Beijing Hour
Breaking news, business, up-to-date sports, and the hottest entertainment happenings, from the unique Chinese perspective.
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Chinese, U.S. leaders to meet in South Korea ahead of APEC meeting
Chinese President Xi Jinping and U.S. President Donald Trump are meeting in Busan ahead of the APEC meeting in Gyeongju, South Korea (01:04). The Chin...
China, ASEAN sign protocol for Free Trade Area 3.0
The upgraded China-ASEAN Free Trade Area covers nine new sectors such as the digital economy and green economy that the two sides are hoping to work o...
Chinese Premier urges new successes for East Asia, closer ties with ASEAN
Chinese Premier Li Qiang has highlighted the economic resilience and vitality in East Asia, and pledged to strengthen the alignment of development str...
China pledges wider opening up from 2026-2030
China is prioritizing innovative trade and improving the business environment among efforts at further opening up under the 15th Five-Year Plan (01:21...
China to boost high-quality development, tech self-reliance in 15th Five-year Plan
China's major goals for the next five years include achievements in deepening reform and strengthening national security, as the country marches towar...
Trump-Putin meeting in Hungary postponed with no new date
U.S. and Russian officials have decided to postpone a planned meeting between President Donald Trump and President Vladimir Putin in Hungary after the...
Sanae Takaichi becomes first female PM in Japan
Sanae Takaichi has unveiled her cabinet including two female ministers and 10 new appointees after winning parliament's approval as Japan's first fema...
China's economy posts steady, resilient growth in first three quarters
Official data shows that China's economy expanded by 5.2% in the first three quarters, and remains on track to meet the annual growth target of around...
From AI to smart roads: China shapes the future of mobility
The 2025 Beijing Intelligent Connected Vehicles Conference is showcasing cutting-edge AI, smart mobility innovations, global collaboration, and China'...
China's visa-free push spurs surge in international arrivals
China recorded over 7.2 million foreign visits in Q3, up 48% as expanded visa-free policies drive inbound travel growth (01:03). As the world marks Wo...
Hainan gears up for full customs launch, with zero tariffs on most imports
Hainan Province in southern China is set to launch island-wide independent customs operations, introducing zero tariffs on 74% of imports - a major mi...
President Xi calls for solidarity, shared development as he meets world leaders in Beijing
Chinese President Xi Jinping says China will deepen cooperation to advance the Global South's shared interests, as he met world leaders attending the...
President Xi unveils new initiatives to advance global women's development at Beijing meeting
Chinese President Xi Jinping has opened the Global Leaders' Meeting on Women in Beijing, outlining four proposals and new funding to advance global wo...
China pledges greater gender equality ahead of Global Leaders' Meeting on Women
The upcoming Global Leaders' Meeting on Women will mark 30 years since the Beijing Declaration, with China pledging to advance gender equality, and pr...
New Gaza peace plan rekindles hope after years of bloodshed
The first phase of Gaza's ceasefire begins, marking progress toward hostage releases, aid delivery and a possible final peace (01:04). Beijing and Rom...
Chinese foreign minister in Europe for high-level meetings
Gaza peace talks have stretched into a third day, but Israel and Hamas continue to communicate through mediators (00:58). China's foreign minister is...
Positive atmosphere reported on day one of Israel-Hamas talks in Egypt
Israel and Hamas have held their first day of indirect talks in Egypt on the details of a Gaza ceasefire plan, which concluded with what Egypt describ...
China marks Mid-Autumn Festival, National Day holiday with cultural, outdoor activities
As China celebrates the Mid-Autumn Festival during the National Day holiday, people are spending the long break with family reunions, performances and...
Cultural, recreational activities held on third day of China's National Day holiday
Vibrant cultural and recreational activities are underway across China to celebrate the National Day holiday season (01:55). Protests are underway aro...
Countries condemn Israel for intercepting aid flotilla for Gaza
China's railway network set a new single-day record for passengers to start the National Day holiday Golden Week (01:08). Organizers of an internation...
China marks 76th anniversary of founding of PRC with events across country
Crowds gathered in Tian'anmen Square in Beijing for the flag-raising ceremony on National Day, while Hong Kong and Macao SARs also raised the National...
China honors fallen heroes at ceremony on Martyrs' Day
Chinese President Xi Jinping has led tributes at a ceremony in Beijing, as commemorative events took place across the country to learn about the perse...
China stresses more inclusive, equitable modernization
China's top leadership has emphasized a people-centered approach during the country's economic and social development in the next five years, as they...
Premier Li: China upholds UN authority, seeks stronger international cooperation
The Chinese premier has reaffirmed Beijing's support for UN authority and reforms, pledging closer ties under President Xi Jinping's Global Governance...
China's Xinjiang turns 70: Grand celebration highlights dazzling achievements, future goals
China's Xinjiang region has held a grand gathering for its 70th founding anniversary, highlighting historic achievements under the CPC leadership (01:...
China's Xinjiang at 70: unity, progress on full display
China marks the 70th founding anniversary of Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region with celebrations in Urumqi, as President Xi highlights unity, progress,...
Prosperity in action: Xinjiang's journey to regional success story
China's Xinjiang region is charting multiple successes, where rural revitalization and thriving tourism are powering modernization and shared prosperi...
UK, Canada, Australia, Portugal recognize Palestinian state ahead of high-level UN meeting
The UK, Canada, Australia, and Portugal have officially recognized the Palestinian State, with more countries expected to follow at the UN General Ass...
White paper: Xinjiang's 70th anniversary marked by growth, stability, heritage preservation
Beijing issued a white paper outlining the CPC's Xinjiang strategy, highlighting economic growth, stability, cultural heritage protection, and its rol...
China reaffirms commitment to world peace, shared future at Xiangshan forum
China has marked the 94th anniversary of the September 18th Incident when Japanese troops launched a surprise attack in the northeastern city of Sheny...
China-ASEAN Expo opens with focus on AI, innovation, enhanced regional cooperation
The 22nd China-ASEAN Expo in Nanning gathers 3,200 enterprises from 60 countries, spotlighting New Quality Productive Forces through new themed exhibi...
China, U.S. reach consensus on TikTok, vow to stabilize economic ties
China and the U.S. have reached a framework consensus on TikTok and agreed to ease investment barriers, as both sides stressed the importance of mutua...
China, U.S. continue trade talks in Madrid amid tariffs, TikTok tensions
High-level Chinese and U.S. officials have resumed talks in Madrid, focusing on tariffs and the future of TikTok, as President Trump reportedly consid...
Finance Minister: China's debt ratio within reasonable range, risks under control
The remains of 30 Chinese volunteer soldiers who fell in the War to Resist U.S. Aggression and Aid Korea have returned from South Korea, marking the 1...
China urges deeper cooperation with U.S., stands firm on core interests
Beijing is calling on Washington to deepen cooperation on maintaining peace and stability, while also warning against U.S. interference in China's cor...
China highlights commitment to open markets, global cooperation at CIFTIS 2025
China has reaffirmed its commitment to deeper opening-up, reform in trade services, and global cooperation as CIFTIS 2025 is underway in Beijing (01:0...
President Xi calls on BRICS to champion multilateralism, inclusive globalization
The Chinese president says BRICS countries should continue to uphold multilateralism and enhance the voice of the Global South as he joined world lead...
China vows to share opportunities as major int'l trade fair gets underway
The Chinese president has told the China International Fair for Investment and Trade that the country will work with all parties for economic globaliz...
Beijing closes full diplomatic week with emphasis on peace, shared future
China has wrapped up a busy week featuring the Shanghai Cooperation Organization summit and V-Day commemorations, sending a clear message to the world...
Beijing's Victory Day commemorations resonate worldwide
Beijing's commemorative events for the 80th anniversary of victory of the Chinese People's War of Resistance Against Japanese Aggression and the World...