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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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The Beijing HourChina-Russia relationship enters new stage of achievements, development: Xi
Chinese President Xi Jinping has called on China and Russia to drive their development and revitalization through strategic coordination, as the two countries…
The Beijing HourChina, Russia hail long-standing friendship, cooperation ahead of President Putin's state visit
As the Russian president begins a state visit to China, both sides have expressed confidence in deepening friendship and cooperation (01:05). China has…
The Beijing HourChina, Russia to promote ties to a deeper, higher level: ministry
Ahead of Russian President Vladimir Putin's state visit, China says both sides are ready to elevate ties and bring more stability and positive energy into the…
The Beijing HourUS leader's state visit conducive to enhancing understanding, deepening trust: President Xi
As U.S. President Donald Trump concludes what he calls a very successful state visit, Chinese President Xi Jinping has highlighted common understandings on…
The Beijing HourChina, US to build constructive relationship of strategic stability: Xi
The Chinese and US heads of state have discussed issues such as trade and the Taiwan question during a state visit by the US president, who leads a delegation…
The Beijing HourChinese, US trade teams hold talks as President Trump begins state visit
China says it is willing to work with the United States in the spirit of equality, respect and mutual benefit to expand cooperation, as U.S. President Donald…
The Beijing HourTajikistan seeks closer economic ties with China through president's state visit
Tajik President Emomali Rahmon, in China on a state visit, has encouraged Chinese companies to explore more business opportunities in the Central Asian country…
The Beijing HourChina, U.S. to engage in heads of state diplomacy, trade consultations
The week will see U.S. President Donald Trump pay a state visit to China from Wednesday to Friday, after delegations from both sides hold economic and trade…
The Beijing HourBrazil to waive visa requirements for Chinese citizens
Tensions have flared up again in the Strait of Hormuz as Iran accuses the U.S. of attacking its vessels, but the U.S. president said the ceasefire still holds…
The Beijing HourChina willing to promote protection and restitution of lost cultural relics: ministry
A cruise ship linked with a deadly hantavirus outbreak has departed waters off Cape Verde and is expected to dock at Spain's Canary Islands in a few days…
The Beijing HourChinese, Iranian FMs voice support for reopening Strait of Hormuz, reaching political settlement
Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi says the situation in the Middle East is at a critical juncture, as he met his Iranian counterpart and emphasized the…
The Beijing HourChinese envoy calls for vigilance against Japan's nuclear ambitions
The U.S.-Iran standoff in the Strait of Hormuz continues, as the UAE accuses Iran of attacking its civilian infrastructure in a move that analysts say could…
The Beijing HourChina erects monument to commemorate signing of Cairo Declaration
China has erected a monument at the hotel where the Cairo Declaration was issued to commemorate the document that helped bring an end to WWII and formed part…
The Beijing HourSouth African apples first arrival under China's expanded zero-tariff policy
China's zero-tariff policy for 53 African countries has taken effect, a move that analysts say will enhance South-South cooperation (00:53). The May Day…
The Beijing HourNew law to provide accessible and efficient support for vulnerable groups
China's social assistance law, coming into effect on July 1, aims to provide legal guarantees to promote the development of social assistance and ensure that…
The Beijing HourBeijing eyes consumption, infrastructure and AI in next phase of policy push
China's top leadership has outlined its economic priorities, emphasizing stronger domestic demand and continued reform to sustain growth amid ongoing…
The Beijing HourIranian FM blames U.S. "destructive habits" for slow diplomatic progress
Iran's foreign minister has visited Russia and blamed unreasonable U.S. demands and threats as part of the reason behind the slow progress in ending the war…
The Beijing HourIranian FM in Russia after discussions on ending war during visits to Oman, Pakistan
There are conflicting reports about whether the Iranian foreign minister discussed Tehran's nuclear program during a visit to Oman, while the U.S. president…
The Beijing HourChina announces discovery of two new lunar minerals in Chang'e-5 samples
China has announced the discovery of two new lunar minerals in samples retrieved by Chang'e-5 as the country marks its Space Day (01:10). Japanese lawmakers…
The Beijing HourRemains of 12 Chinese People's Volunteers laid to rest in Shenyang
Iranian leaders have cited the central role of the Strait of Hormuz in peace talks with the U.S., but Tehran has not confirmed participation in talks despite…
The Beijing HourChina honors 12 CPV martyrs as remains return from South Korea
The remains of 12 Chinese People's Volunteers who fell in the War to Resist U.S. Aggression and Aid Korea have returned home following a handover in South…
The Beijing HourChina to remain vigilant against neo-militarism in Japan: ministry
China says Japan's accelerating remilitarization is a fact and a reality, vowing to remain vigilant after Japan revised its defense equipment transfer rules to…
The Beijing HourPresident Xi renews China's call for immediate ceasefire, support for restoring peace
Chinese President Xi Jinping has spoken with the Saudi prime minister on the phone, discussing the Strait of Hormuz and regional peace (01:00). The winner of…
The Beijing Hour10-day ceasefire between Israel, Lebanon in effect
Israel and Lebanon have begun a ceasefire that Iran says is part of the U.S.-Iran truce deal (01:15). China has slammed provocative actions by Japan's Self…
The Beijing HourChina's GDP expands 5% in Q1, showing vitality
China's economy grew 5% in the first quarter, showing resilience despite headwinds such as the energy shock from the Middle East conflict (01:04). Service…
The Beijing HourGeneral Secretary Xi Jinping stresses cooperation with Vietnam in Party-to-Party ties, modernization
The top leaders of China and Vietnam have met in Beijing and discussed issues such as opposing unilateralism and developing China-ASEAN ties (01:10). Chinese…
The Beijing HourPresident Xi calls for peaceful coexistence as part of four-point proposal for peace in Middle East
Chinese President Xi Jinping has met with the Abu Dhabi crown prince and proposed adhering to the principle of peaceful coexistence, respecting national…
The Beijing HourChina calls US-Iran talks step toward de-escalation
China says U.S.-Iran negotiations in Pakistan are a step toward de-escalation, and is calling for the continuation of the ceasefire (01:07). The Spanish prime…
The Beijing HourGeneral Secretary Xi Jinping says trend toward closer cross-Strait ties will not change
The leaders of the CPC and KMT stressed the value of communication across the Taiwan Strait as they met in Beijing during a KMT delegation's visit to the…
The Beijing HourIran, US at odds over Lebanon, Strait of Hormuz ahead of talks in Pakistan
Iran has accused the United States of violating key parts of Tehran's ceasefire proposal, after Israel launched intense strikes across Lebanon under a disputed…
The Beijing HourUS, Iran reach two-week ceasefire, to hold negotiations in Pakistan
The United States and Iran have agreed to call off strikes and continue negotiations in Pakistan in a move welcomed by the international community including…
The Beijing HourKMT leader visits Chinese mainland
Chinese Kuomintang party Chairperson Cheng Li-wun is visiting Shanghai, Jiangsu Province and Beijing, bringing a delegation from the Taiwan region (01:01)…
The Beijing HourQingming Festival holiday sees increased traveling, spending
China's transport authorities have estimated more than 840 million passenger trips during the Qingming Festival holiday - a 6% increase - as people traveled to…
The Beijing HourChinese FM calls for end to fighting as German, EU diplomats welcome China-Pakistan proposals
Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi has discussed the Middle East situation in separate phone calls with top diplomats from Saudi Arabia, Germany and the EU…
The Beijing HourTrump says U.S. is achieving goals in Iran, but critics push back
President Donald Trump says the U.S. is achieving its goals in the Iran conflict, though analysts dispute his claims (01:04). European leaders have pushed back…
The Beijing HourChina, Pakistan urge a return to dialogue to restore peace in the Middle East
China and Pakistan put forward five proposals on restoring Middle East peace and stability, as their foreign ministers met in Beijing and urged ensuring the…
The Beijing HourIran approves Hormuz toll plan
Iran's parliament has passed legislation to impose tolls on vessels transiting the Strait of Hormuz as Tehran aims to tighten sovereign authority over the…
The Beijing HourCPC Central Committee, Xi invite KMT chairperson to visit Chinese mainland
The Communist Party of China Central Committee and General Secretary Xi Jinping have invited Chinese Kuomintang party chairperson Cheng Li-wun to visit the…
The Beijing HourHainan marks 100 days of zero-tariff push with record trade, travel boom
China's Hainan Free Trade Port marks 100 days of special customs operations alongside the close of the Boao Forum for Asia Annual Conference 2026, with gains…
The Beijing HourBoao Forum for Asia holds plenary with appeal for unity, respect for diversity
China's top legislator has called for resolving conflicts through dialogue and respecting diversity while addressing the plenary of the Boao Forum for Asia's…
The Beijing HourChina pledges greater role as peace hopes clash with troop buildup in Middle East
Trade tensions have once again emerged as a key topic at this year's Boao Forum for Asia annual conference (01:07). Beijing says it will double down on playing…
The Beijing HourAsia's rise in focus as Boao Forum for Asia marks 25 years
The Chinese president has called on Xiongan New Area to create a market-oriented and law-based business environment that is up to international standards…
The Beijing HourGlobal firms bet on China as Beijing hosts key economic forum
The two-day China Development Forum has wrapped up in the capital, with Beijing reaffirming its commitment to providing certainty and advancing high-standard…
The Beijing HourWTO warns high energy prices may slow global trade growth
The WTO warns that prolonged high oil and gas prices will further slow trade growth (01:13). The Japanese PM has met the U.S. president at the White House, as…
The Beijing HourChina says killing of Iranian leaders, attacks on civilian targets "unacceptable"
China calls for strengthening cooperation with Turkmenistan in natural gas, trade and other areas during the Turkmen national leader's goodwill tour (01:03)…
The Beijing HourChina, Turkmenistan pledge to deepen ties amid national leader's goodwill tour
The Chinese president has met with the Turkmen national leader and chairman of the People's Council in Beijing (01:04). Iran has struck Israel with missiles…
The Beijing HourChina, U.S. reach preliminary consensus on some issues: trade representative
China's International Trade Representative Li Chenggang says the country and the U.S. have reached preliminary consensus on certain issues after talks in Paris…
The Beijing HourChina's key economic indicators rebound in first two months
High-level economic and trade talks between China and the U.S. continue, with Beijing pledging to support the stability of the global trading system (01:01)…
The Beijing HourChina says 15th Five-Year Plan opens doors for shared global progress
Chinese Vice Premier He Lifeng will lead a delegation to France for economic and trade talks with the United States (01:16). Beijing says the newly approved…
The Beijing HourNPC ends annual session, passes key laws and sets future agenda
China's National People's Congress has concluded its annual session after approving several key laws and documents including the 15th Five-Year Plan (01:06)…
The Beijing HourCPPCC concludes annual session, pledges to enhance role in Chinese modernization
China's top political advisory body has concluded its annual session adopting key reports and resolutions, after more than 2,100 members met for a week to…
The Beijing HourChina's exports smash forecasts as trade jumps 18% in two months
China's foreign trade jumped 18.3% in the first two months of 2026, with strong gains in exports and trade with ASEAN and the EU (37:20). China's draft…
The Beijing HourChina's top legislature pledges stronger legal support for economic growth
China's National People's Congress highlights its role in supporting reform and development through high-quality legislation and pledges to advance new laws on…
The Beijing HourChina's economic expansion to boost employment, well-being, AI industry
The head of the National Development and Reform Commission, China's top economic regulator, says the country's GDP is expected to grow by over six trillion…
The Beijing HourChina sets development goals for years ahead, highlighting innovation, green growth
China is targeting growth of 4.5 to 5 percent in 2026 and a 3.8 percent cut in carbon emissions per unit of GDP, as the country outlines plans to foster new…
The Beijing HourConsumption, high-quality growth top agenda as China's annual political season begins
China's top political advisory body has opened its annual session as over 2,000 advisors consult on state affairs and provide democratic supervision (01:05)…
The Beijing HourChina's top political advisory body unveils key agenda for annual session
China's national political advisors will discuss a work report and other key documents when they open their annual advisory session on Wednesday (01:06)…
The Beijing Hour3,000 Chinese nationals leave Iran, one confirmed killed: Foreign Ministry
The Iranian Red Crescent Society says the U.S.-Israeli strikes have killed over 550 people in Iran so far (01:04). China says more than 3,000 of its nationals…
The Beijing HourChina lays groundwork for next stage of modernization drive
China calls for stronger innovation and technological self-reliance, as the country's top leadership reviews the draft of the 15th Five-Year Plan (01:09)…
The Beijing HourBeijing sets priorities for China-Germany ties, eyes stronger economic cooperation
The Chinese president outlines three priorities for future ties with Germany, as the two sides agree to promote cooperation, and uphold free trade (01:03)…