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With in-depth panel discussions on domestic and global news and current affairs, World Today gives you the story behind the headlines.
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13 October 2026
What's prompting China and Russia to deepen maritime and Arctic cooperation?
①China and Russia have vowed to expand maritime and Arctic cooperation. How can the two sides jointly develop Arctic shipping routes? (01:01)②China's central bank has given its approval to Visa to make preparations for a locally registered bank card clearing organization. Why does this development matter? (15:01)③China's semiconductor industry is witnessing surging orders, rising exports and...
53 min
12 October 2026
What is lying ahead for China-EU trade talks?
①China has unveiled 19 key measures to accelerate the development of new quality productive forces. What do they tell us about China's vision for high-tech development? (00:56)②China and the EU have held talks on hybrid and electric vehicle trade. What does the agreement reached during the talks mean to the two sides? (14:15)③China's central bank says it remains committed to letting market forces...
53 min
09 October 2026
Panel: What's actually driving the war in Yemen?
Over the past month, the conflict in Yemen has dramatically escalated. Houthi forces have surged along Yemen's Red Sea coast and seized key islands in the Bab el-Mandeb Strait, prompting the Yemeni government to launch counteroffensives. The conflict has triggered everything from renewed Houthi attacks on Saudi Arabia to the activation of a mutual defense pact between Turkiye, Saudi Arabia and...
53 min
08 October 2026
Europe's tougher line on China ahead of talks: Pressure or pragmatism?
① The European Parliament takes a tougher line on China as the EU Trade Commissioner is set to visit Beijing. Can Europe really pressure China into making concessions? (00:48)② A look into new tourism trends revealed during China's National Day holiday (13:28)③ The US government proposes a $70,000 fee for international students seeking paid work experience in the country. Could it make US...
53 min
07 October 2026
Three years into the Palestine-Israel conflict: What lessons for the world?
① China calls on France, Germany to uphold free trade after European countries propose new EU trade tool. How will trade defense tools backfire? (00:54)② Three years into the Palestine-Israel conflict: What lessons for the world? (13:25)③ How does China build a smarter, more efficient logistics network? (25:30)
53 min
06 October 2026
Beyond scenery and food: Why is China's long holiday drawing foreign tourists?
① Beyond scenery and food: Why is China's long holiday drawing foreign tourists? (00:47)② Pakistan and Türkiye agree to deploy forces in Saudi Arabia amid Yemeni threats. Can the Mecca Alliance deter Houthi attacks? (17:00)③ China's urban underground pipeline network: Building smarter, safer cities (30:23)
58 min
05 October 2026
Is G20 still able to manage economic disagreements?
① G20 members put forward different views on multiple trade issues set by the US presidency. Is G20 still able to manage economic disagreements? (00:49)② US President Donald Trump names National Intelligence Chief Jay Clayton as the new AI czar. What does this tell us about how the US views AI? (14:29)③ China's six networks strategy:What does China's next-generation telecom network mean for the...
54 min
02 October 2026
South Korea's US investment plan: Is there a deal?
①Washington is calling on its European allies to release strategic diesel reserves to help the US address soaring diesel prices. How could Europe respond? (00:42)②US President Donald Trump has announced a major South Korean investment package, but it has prompted Seoul to clarify that the deal is far from finalized. Will South Korea fulfill its investment commitment for the US? (11:36)③China's...
53 min
01 October 2026
2.1 billion trips, one holiday: a closer look at China's Golden Week economy
①2.1 billion trips, one holiday: a closer look at China's Golden Week economy. (00:37)②China's central bank rolls out targeted financial support: What does it mean for the economy? (13:33)③China's Six Networks strategy: China is building a major network of water infrastructure, from cross-regional water supply to flood control and inland waterways. What will China's water network change and why...
53 min
30 September 2026
How could a Section 301-style trade tool against China backfire for EU?
①China has warned the EU against pursuing a reported Section 301-style trade tool targeting China. Is a China-EU trade war still preventable? (00:53)②How provocative is a new Philippine maritime chart covering islands and reefs in China's Nansha Qundao? (15:36)③China's Ministry of Science and Technology says the country has become one of the world's fastest-rising innovators. What's the secret...
53 min