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Dialogue
Dialogue covers a wide range of topics, providing a balanced and critical perspective on current affairs and analysis within the framework of cross-cultural and multidisciplinary comparisons. Hundreds of heads of state, diplomats, business leaders and culture icons have appeared on the show.
Episodes
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Governance in China
A party-wide study campaign has been actively underway in China, researching a correct understanding of governance performance. In other words, how officials…
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China-EU trade frictions
Europe's economic relationship with China has entered a more complex and contested phase. In recent years, European economies have been grappling with soaring…
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UK politics: Starmer's sudden resignation
Britain has entered another moment of political upheaval. Keir Starmer, who led Labour to a landslide victory less than two years ago, has announced he will…
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Iran–US peace talks in Switzerland postponed amid escalating Israel strikes in Lebanon
Peace talks between Iran and the United States in Switzerland have been postponed following Israeli strikes in southern Lebanon. Under the memorandum of…
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A new vision for China-US ties?
The summit between the Chinese and US presidents in Beijing has sent important signals about the future of bilateral relations. Both sides have expressed a…
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Global governance: Why change is urgent now
China says the current international system should be reformed and improved—not replaced—to better reflect the realities of today's world and deliver more…
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Pax Silica initiative
The European Union is reportedly set to join Pax Silica, a US-led initiative aimed at coordinating export controls, investment policies and supply chains in…
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Human rights in today's conflict-ridden world
As global conflicts multiply and geopolitical tensions rise, millions of people worldwide are being stripped of their most fundamental human rights. In an…
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Beijing forum tackles global governance reform
More than 400 guests from nearly 100 countries, along with representatives from the UN and other international and regional organizations, are gathering in…
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Insights into China-DPRK ties
Chinese President Xi Jinping has said that relations between China and the Democratic People's Republic of Korea, or the DPRK, stand at a new historical…
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Japan, Philippines deepen alignment
Tokyo and Manila have agreed to begin talks on maritime boundary delimitation in waters to the east of Taiwan. Beijing has rejected the move arguing that the…
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Southeast Asia faces strategic crossroads amid Iran war and great power rivalry
The world is entering a period of strategic uncertainty. The war in Iran and disruption in the Strait of Hormuz have shaken energy markets, threatened shipping…
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Shangri-La Dialogue: US defense message, China relations and regional security debate
At this year's Shangri-La Dialogue, US Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth emphasized US military strength and urged regional partners to boost defense spending…
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China and the EU
China and the European Union remain deeply interconnected through trade, investment, technology and diplomacy. Yet the relationship is also facing growing…
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Iran peace efforts
US forces have launched new strikes on Iranian targets near the Strait of Hormuz, with Washington describing the operation as “self-defense” after Iranian…
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Xizang 75 years on
Saturday marks the 75th anniversary of the peaceful liberation of Xizang Autonomous Region. Over the past seven and a half decades, Xizang has undergone…
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Cross-strait tie: Is Lai losing support in Taiwan?
Beijing has strongly rejected Taiwan leader Lai Ching-te's latest remarks on cross-Strait relations, accusing him of repackaging "Taiwan independence" in the…
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Insights into China-Russia ties
Chinese President Xi Jinping and Russian President Vladimir Putin have issued a joint statement on further strengthening strategic coordination and deepening…
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Looking to the future of China-Russia ties
Russian President Vladimir Putin's state visit to China comes as the two countries mark 30 years of a strategic partnership and 25 years of a good…
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Xi-Trump meeting: what will it mean for China-U.S. ties?
The recent meetings between Chinese President Xi Jinping and his U.S. counterpart Donald Trump has put the world's most consequential bilateral relationship…
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Decoding the future of China-U.S. Relations
China and the United States appear poised to open a new chapter in their relationship following in-depth exchanges between Chinese President Xi Jinping and his…
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Trump visits China
Chinese President Xi Jinping and visiting U.S. President Donald Trump have agreed on a new vision of building a constructive China-U.S. relationship of…
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Taiwan's biggest-ever arms procurement: what's behind it?
The Taiwan legislature has approved a record high 24-billion-U.S.-dollar arms procurement bill, sparking intense debate across the island. Critics are…
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Future prospects for China-U.S. relations
China and the U.S., the world's two most consequential powers, are moving in very different directions. China is doubling down on self-reliance, while the U.S…
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48th ASEAN Summit
The 48th ASEAN summit has focused heavily on three urgent issues, oil, food and migrant workers. Regional anxieties have deepened following the U.S.-Israeli…
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Iran war: China-Iran diplomacy in Beijing
Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi has held talks with visiting Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi in Beijing. The meeting came one day after the U.S…
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China and the world: is the West starting to rethink approach to China?
As China continues to develop, a growing number of Western scholars and policy makers are calling for a reassessment of how the country is understood, urging a…
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Japan's military expansion: what's behind the revision of security documents?
The Japanese government has convened the first meeting of an expert panel to begin revising three of its most important security documents - the National…
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Europe's strategic dilemma
Europe is finding itself in a growing strategic bind: still reliant on the US for security, yet struggling to manage its economic relationship with China amid…
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China-Saudi rejection of "law of the jungle" world
In recent talks with leaders from Saudi Arabia and the UAE, Chinese President Xi Jinping warned against a return to a "law of the jungle," where the strong…
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Cuba in crisis
For the first time in nearly a decade, a senior U.S. delegation has visited Havana—reviving direct contact between two long-time adversaries at a moment of…
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Japan's military expansion
Japan has approved a sweeping legal overhaul, lifting a decades-old ban on exporting lethal weapons. The move comes as Tokyo accelerates its military buildup…
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War on Iran: uneasy truce
With the two-week ceasefire about to expire, all eyes are on whether the U.S. and Iran will return to the negotiating table—or drift further apart. Washington…
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High-level visits to China
Beijing has hosted a remarkable series of high-level visitors from Thailand, Spain, the UAE, Vietnam and Russia. These visits come as global energy shock is…
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Iran war hits global economy
The International Monetary Fund has downgraded its global growth outlook, warning that the U.S. and Israeli war on Iran threatens to hike inflation with the…
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Mainland's new package of 10 measures to boost cross-Strait exchange
The Chinese mainland has unveiled a new package of 10 measures to boost cross-Strait exchange, such as expanding direct flights, allowing more Taiwan TV dramas…
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Cross-strait ties: Chair of KMT leads delegation on mainland visit
For the first time in 10 years, leaders of the Communist Party of China and the Chinese Kuomintang Party, or KMT, have met in Beijing. Xi Jinping, general…
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Japan's remilitarization
Japan has approved its largest-ever budget for 2026, with defense spending surpassing 60 billion U.S. dollars and reaching the 2% of GDP threshold ahead of…
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Iran ceasefire in focus
Just hours before a U.S. deadline for major strikes on Iran’s civilian infrastructure, Washington and Tehran have agreed to a two-week ceasefire brokered by…
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Trump's ultimatum and shifting deadlines: what makes them different?
A new deadline is fast approaching in the Iran war as U.S. President Donald Trump warns Tehran it must reopen the Strait of Hormuz by April 7 at 8 pm…
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Iran war impact on Asia
The war on Iran is sending shockwaves through the global economy, but nowhere are the effects more immediate and severe than in Asia. Governments across the…
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Trump's first national address on Iran conflict
U.S. President Donald Trump has delivered his first national address on the war against Iran, claiming major victories but also raising more questions than…
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China's development opportunities: what do they mean for the world?
China's 2026 "Two Sessions" have emphasized steady growth, deeper opening up, and a focus on innovation-driven development. From continued capital inflows into…
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Iran war: Trump signals war can end despite Hormuz closure
U.S. President Donald Trump has told aides he is willing to end the war on Iran even if the Strait of Hormuz remains closed. He has also warned that Iranian…
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America's global hegemony: a moment of reckoning?
Military power has long been central to U.S. global dominance, but the war on Iran is testing its limits. This is more than just another conflict; it marks a…
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War on Iran tests U.S. global dominance
Military power has long underpinned the United States’ global hegemony, but the war in Iran is now putting that foundation to the test. What is unfolding is…
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Asia's growing share of the global economy
Despite global headwinds, Asia remains resilient, continuing to drive global growth and trade. That's the clear message from the Boao Forum for Asia, now…
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Spillover effects of the Iran conflict
The war on Iran is sending shockwaves through global energy markets. Industry insiders say they "have not seen anything like this."According to the…
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Deciphering spillover effects of Iran war
For decades, the U.S. has built one of the most extensive alliance systems in modern history. However, that foundation is under growing strain. From a series…
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Trump presses Japan on Hormuz
The U.S. and Israel's war on Iran is entering a more dangerous and economically consequential phase. After Israel struck Iran's South Pars gas field, Iran…
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China rises to global innovation top 10
China's tech sector is accelerating rapidly. From AI and semiconductors to humanoid robots and advanced materials, breakthroughs are emerging on multiple…
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Decoding key messages from China-U.S. trade talks
China and the United States have wrapped up trade talks in Paris. Both sides say they value a stable trade relationship and they have agreed to promote trade…
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China Agenda 2026
China has posted a robust start in foreign trade with exports surging more than 21% and imports nearly 20% in the first two months of the year. Consumption…
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War on Iran
At least three ships have come under attack in the Strait of Hormuz, rattling global energy markets. Despite Washington's claim that the war is complete, Iran…
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Interpreting repercussions of strikes on Iran
A professor from the University of Chicago explains the impact of U.S.-Israeli strikes on Iran. The scholar shares his opinions on issues such as the purpose…
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Interpreting China's legislative agenda
As China's political sessions continue, attention has turned to the annual work reports from the country's top legal bodies, outlining priorities for judicial…
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China addresses key economic issues
China expects its GDP increase for 2026 to exceed 6 trillion yuan, a boost officials say will help stabilize employment, improve livelihoods, and manage…
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15th Five-Year Plan maps China's future development
China has set its economic growth target for 2026 at 4.5 to 5 percent. China will continue to prioritize scientific research and high-tech innovation, while…
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China's top political advisory body begins annual session
China's top political advisory body is holding its annual session in Beijing. What will the meetings primarily focus on this year?
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U.S. & Israel attack Iran
The US and Israel have attacked Iran for a third day. Israel is expanding operations to include Hezbollah in Lebanon, while Iran has targeted U.S. military…