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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 HourBeijing hosts Merz as Berlin seeks stronger trade, strategic independence
German Chancellor Friedrich Merz is on a two-day visit to China, which comes amid rising transatlantic tensions and increasing calls across Europe for greater…
The Beijing HourChina restricts dual-use exports to curb Japan's re-militarization attempts
Beijing has added 20 Japanese entities to an export control list to curb Tokyo's attempts at re-militarization and acquiring nuclear weapons (01:08). The U.S…
The Beijing HourOman's FM: Next U.S.-Iran talks to take place Thursday in Geneva
China urges the U.S. to lift unilateral tariffs on trading partners (02:01). Oman says the next round of talks between the U.S. and Iran will take place in…
The Beijing HourChina's Spring Festival Boom: Spending, Travel and Global Festivities
The Spring Festival shopping season has been strong, with strong spending on shopping, dining, and travel across China (01:05). The US president is reportedly…
The Beijing HourChina sees cross-border travel surge under visa free policy
The latest trilateral talks on the four-year Ukraine conflict have come to an end without any breakthrough reported (01:04). A court in South Korea has…
The Beijing HourLatest round of trilateral talks on Ukraine ends
The Chinese president has exchanged New Year greetings with his old friends in Iowa as part of the ongoing holiday festivities (01:00). The second day of…
The Beijing HourIranian, U.S. delegations hold 2nd round of nuclear talks in Geneva
The Iranian delegation led by Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi and U.S. negotiators including Special Envoy Steve Witkoff have held another round of talks, with…
The Beijing HourSpring Festival holiday abuzz with travel, cultural celebrations
Hundreds of millions of Chinese people are taking advantage of a long Spring Festival holiday, reuniting with family or traveling, as festivities across the…
The Beijing HourBillions on the move: China gears up for New Year holiday rush
China has stepped up measures for the holiday rush, upgrading rail services, expanding highway EV charging, and adding airport self-service and security…
The Beijing HourChina expects 2 mln daily cross-border New Year trips, boosted by foreign arrivals
China has forecast over 2 million daily cross-border trips during Spring Festival, a 14% rise from last year, as more foreign visitors are joining the…
The Beijing HourChina kicks off nationwide New Year spending drive with prizes, promotions
China rolls out a nationwide "Happy Spring Festival Shopping" campaign, aiming to boost consumer spending over the New Year holiday (06:27). China has…
The Beijing HourFrom disorder to stability: white paper highlights Hong Kong's national security achievements
China's latest white paper highlights Hong Kong's national security efforts and achievements under "One Country, Two Systems (01:07)."The Munich Security…
The Beijing HourChina to lead 2026 APEC with focus on openness, innovation, cooperation
The high court in Hong Kong has sentenced Jimmy Lai to a 20-year prison term for his role in anti-China riots in the city (01:07). A senior diplomat says China…
The Beijing HourIran-U.S. nuclear talks begin in Oman
Nuclear talks between Iran and the U.S. are underway in the capital of Oman, the first meeting since Washington joined Israel's 12-day bombing of Iran last…
The Beijing HourXi urges stable China-U.S. ties, coordination with Russia in calls with Trump, Putin
The Chinese president has held separate calls with the U.S. and Russian leaders, urging stable ties with Washington, while calling for deeper China-Russia…
The Beijing HourChina's top policy paper highlights "regular, targeted assistance" in rural work
Chinese authorities say this year's No.1 central document outlines several key tasks and supporting measures to advance agricultural and rural modernization…
The Beijing HourPresident Xi calls for deeper China–Uruguay ties, strengthened cooperation across sectors
The Chinese and Uruguayan presidents have met in Beijing to deepen their strategic partnership and expand trade and investment cooperation (01:07). Beijing has…
The Beijing HourTensions persist as Iran, U.S. keep door open to dialogue
The Uruguayan president is in Beijing for a week-long state visit, becoming the first Latin American leader to visit China in 2026 (01:05). Iran's supreme…
The Beijing HourUK PM says it's important to maintain dialogue, cooperation with China
British Prime Minister Keir Starmer addresses the U.K.-China Business Forum in Beijing, saying it's important to maintain dialogue and cooperation with China…
The Beijing HourLeaders of China, UK agree to develop long-term, stable ties
Chinese President Xi Jinping and British Prime Minister Keir Starmer meet in Beijing and agree to develop long-term and stable ties (01:06). The Chinese envoy…
The Beijing HourU.K. PM begins official visit to China, first one since 2018
British Prime Minister Keir Starmer arrives in Beijing for a four-day official visit to China, the first trip to the country by a British head of government in…
The Beijing HourXi calls on China, Finland to deepen bilateral cooperation
Meeting with visiting Finnish Prime Minister Petteri Orpo in Beijing, Chinese President Xi Jinping called for bilateral cooperation in energy transition…
The Beijing HourFinnish PM begins official visit to China
Finnish Prime Minister Petteri Orpo says his visit to China aims to explore business opportunities and further promote Finnish exports to Asian markets…
The Beijing HourJapan's PM dissolves Lower House, triggering Feb. 8 snap election
Chinese President Xi Jinping has spoken by phone with his Brazilian counterpart, urging both nations to better defend their shared interests and those of the…
The Beijing HourChina hits all major annual and five-year targets for agricultural, rural development: official
Chinese officials say the country has hit all major annual and five-year targets for agricultural and rural development (01:02). U.S. President Donald Trump…
The Beijing HourVice premier reiterates China's commitment to further opening up at Davos 2026
Addressing the World Economic Forum in Davos, Chinese Vice Premier He Lifeng has urged all countries to secure the world's future through cooperation (01:08)…
The Beijing HourChina outlines strategy to boost domestic demand and stabilize prices
Chinese officials have laid out a strategy to address economic imbalances and promote stable growth (01:05). China's UN envoy has called on the international…
The Beijing HourChina's 2025 GDP grows five percent, highlighting economic resilience
Officials say China's GDP in 2025 grew five percent, meeting the annual target (01:09). Relations between the U.S. and Europe continue to sour over the…
The Beijing HourLeaders of China, Canada call for new bilateral strategic partnership
The leaders of China and Canada have called for a new type of bilateral strategic partnership (01:20). Iran's deputy U.N. ambassador has warned the U.S. at a…
The Beijing HourChina, Canada look to strengthen bilateral ties
China and Canada are looking to strengthen bilateral ties as foreign ministers of the two countries meet in Beijing (03:24). Iran has reopened its airspace…
The Beijing HourDPP authorities' reliance on external forces threatens Taiwan compatriots' interests: mainland
China says it supports the Iranian government and people and hopes they overcome current difficulties and maintain stability (01:06). The Chinese mainland says…
The Beijing HourXi urges advancing Party self-governance with higher standards, more concrete measures
At a plenary session of the CPC's top anti-corruption body, the Chinese leader calls for efforts to press ahead with the anti-corruption fight (01:04). The…
The Beijing HourCanadian PM to visit China
The Chinese Foreign Ministry has announced that Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney will pay an official visit to China this week (04:42). U.S. President…
The Beijing HourChina, African Union pledge deeper ties, shared development
During the ninth China-African Union Strategic Dialogue, Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi calls on China and Africa to deepen cooperation (01:09). Acting…
The Beijing HourChina urges Japan to abide by nuclear non-proliferation treaty obligations
China has urged the Japanese government to abide by its nuclear non-proliferation treaty obligations (01:08). The U.S. has seized two tankers that it says are…
The Beijing HourChinese mainland names two more die-hard "Taiwan independence" secessionists
Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi begins an official visit to Africa, with stops in Ethiopia, Somalia, Tanzania, and Lesotho (01:07). The Trump administration…
The Beijing HourU.S. attacks on Venezuela condemned at UN Security Council emergency meeting
The president of South Korea and the prime minister of Ireland continue their visits to China (01:04). Many countries have condemned the U.S. military attacks…
The Beijing HourChina, Ireland pledge to work together for fair trade, international order
Chinese President Xi Jinping calls on China and Ireland to maintain friendly exchanges, enhance understanding, and address each other's major concerns (01:05)…
The Beijing HourSwitzerland in mourning after deadly ski resort fire kills around 40
People across China and the world are reacting to President Xi Jinping's New Year speech that highlighted innovation, high-quality development and a shared…
The Beijing HourCelebrations held across China to ring in 2026
Chinese President Xi Jinping has delivered a New Year speech, calling for efforts to achieve new progress in "the story of China's miracle" (01:03). Cities and…
The Beijing HourChinese president delivers New Year speech
Chinese President Xi Jinping has delivered a New Year speech via China Media Group and the Internet (01:05). Beijing says the military exercises around Taiwan…
The Beijing HourXi calls for advancing Chinese modernization at gathering to usher in New Year
The Chinese president calls for unity to advance Chinese modernization at a gathering to usher in the New Year (01:06). Beijing says the military exercises…
The Beijing HourChina maps out priorities for rural work in 2026
China has held its annual Central Rural Work Conference in Beijing to map out priorities for the country's rural work in 2026 (01:10). The Eastern Theater…
The Beijing HourPLA starts "Justice Mission 2025" drills around Taiwan
The Eastern Theater Command of the People's Liberation Army has begun drills around Taiwan to safeguard national sovereignty and territorial integrity (01:10)…
The Beijing HourChina condemns Japan's record defense spending
Beijing condemns Japan's substantial increase in defense spending after the Japanese cabinet approved a draft budget for fiscal year 2026 (01:01). China's…
The Beijing HourAsian Infrastructure Investment Bank marks 10th anniversary
A Chinese military spokesperson calls for joint actions to contain the revival of militarism by Japan's right-wing forces (01:05). The Asian Infrastructure…
The Beijing HourU.S. criticized for escalating tensions with Venezuela at UN Security Council emergency meeting
China calls on Japan to shoulder the responsibility of ensuring nuclear safety (01:00). China finalizes its ratification of the landmark High Seas Treaty on…
The Beijing HourInvestigators suspect Ukrainian special services behind Moscow car bombing, Ukraine yet to respond
Chinese President Xi Jinping has called on state-owned enterprises directly administered by the central government to contribute more to Chinese modernization…
The Beijing HourThailand, Cambodia to resume ceasefire discussions
China has denounced remarks by senior Japanese officials who say the country needs nuclear weapons (01:03). China's top legislature has begun reviewing the…
The Beijing HourBeijing expresses opposition to 2026 U.S. Defense Authorization Act
Residents and businesses in Hainan Province are welcoming the launch of special customs operations that took effect on Thursday (01:06). Beijing has expressed…
The Beijing HourHainan formally launches special customs operations
Hainan Province has begun its special customs operations, a milestone in China's high-standard opening up (01:04). China says Japan's recent actions have cast…
The Beijing HourChinese mainland criticizes DPP's measures restricting cross-Strait exchanges
The clock is ticking toward a historic moment in Hainan Province, as it is set to formally launch island-wide special customs operations (01:06). Thailand has…
The Beijing HourChina demands Japan honor political commitments on Taiwan
Hainan Province is ready to start special customs operation and officially become a free trade port in China (07:36). China has again criticized Japan for…
The Beijing HourChina sanctions former Japanese military chief over collusion with Taiwan separatist forces
Chinese authorities say the country's economy has sustained steady progress and generally stable momentum over the past month (01:02). China has sanctioned a…
The Beijing HourOptimism toward China becomes shared consensus: FM spokesperson
China says its policy continuity and stable growth will provide certainty for the global economy, as there's a growing consensus that its prospects are…
The Beijing HourChina sets economic priorities for 2026, vowing to boost consumption, innovation
China pledges to fully tap its economic potential by boosting domestic demand and innovation, as the annual Central Economic Work Conference sets the tone for…
The Beijing HourChina-proposed Group of Friends of Global Governance established
Chinese Premier Li Qiang calls for openness and cooperation in global economic governance (01:07). The China-proposed Group of Friends of Global Governance has…
The Beijing HourCPC leadership maps out economic direction for 2026
Chinese leaders have set the nation's economic priorities for next year, focusing on boosting domestic demand, strengthening innovation, and deepening reform…
The Beijing HourChina demands Japan stop harassing its normal military exercises
The CPC leadership holds a meeting to analyze and study the economic work of 2026 and review a set of regulations on the CPC's leadership over law-based…
The Beijing HourXi calls on China, France to jointly contribute to global peace, stability
Chinese President Xi Jinping holds an informal meeting with his French counterpart in southwest China, saying the two countries should jointly contribute to…