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Different economies, different perspectives. Can APEC still find enough common ground to prosper together?As China hosts APEC this year, leaders will gather in Shenzhen in November under the theme "Building an Asia-Pacific Community to Prosper Together," with a focus on openness, innovation and cooperation.But can APEC keep economies connected amid rising trade barriers, technological...

The China-US relationship is often discussed in terms of trade, technology and geopolitics. But what does it look like through the eyes of young people? Host Tu Yun is joined by Americans Drew Ruchim, Founder and CMO of the US-based market research company Aditt, and Saor Mahoney, a student from the Communication University of China, as well as Chinese guests Zhang Hongmou, Assistant Professor,...

German companies ramped up their China investment by roughly one-third in the first half of 2026, even as Berlin draws up tougher economic measures toward China. Why are German firms stepping up investment in China amid growing political pressure? And what lies ahead for Europe's economic ties with Beijing?Host Xu Yawen is joined by Dr. Yao Shujie, Cheung Kong Professor of Economics, Chongqing...

As BRICS countries look to make greater use of local currencies, the New Development Bank is playing a growing role in this effort. It is helping developing countries finance projects and move money across borders. What's driving the change? How does local-currency lending actually work in practice? And to what extent can it help countries reduce financing and currency risk? Song Ruixin is joined...

China has successfully demonstrated a two-way laser communication link across more than 400,000 kilometers between Earth and the Moon. How significant is this breakthrough? Why do we need it, and what could it mean for humanity as we begin to explore, work and perhaps one day live beyond Earth?Host Xu Yawen is joined by Zhang Fan, Associate Professor, Department of Astronomy, Beijing Normal...

China's economy is facing pressure at home and abroad. Growth has slowed, while property, local government debt and weak demand remain challenges. Yet exports and manufacturing continue to show resilience. So, is China's economy really in serious trouble? And with Washington eyeing new tariffs and Brussels tightening scrutiny of Chinese companies, where does Beijing go from here? Host TU Yun...

The Arctic is opening a new frontier for global shipping. China has launched a seasonal weekly container service linking its eastern port city Ningbo with Europe through the Northeast Passage, cutting shipment times between Asia and Europe by nearly half. But can the Arctic route move beyond a seasonal shortcut to become a major global shipping corridor? And what will it take to overcome the...

Typhoon Dolphin has brought record-breaking rainfall to parts of eastern and central China, triggering mass evacuations, transport disruptions, and flooding risks. But its impact raises bigger questions about the future of urban resilience.As China advances efforts to build a global framework for smart city data use, the future of urban resilience is increasingly tied to how cities harness data...

OpenAI, Google, and Anthropic are all cutting prices. Coincidence? Or a sign that Chinese AI is changing the game? As Washington weighs tougher restrictions on Chinese AI models, Silicon Valley is sending a very different message, with Nvidia, Microsoft, and others embracing open-weight AI. So can the U.S. still contain China's AI rise? Or has the race already shifted from stopping China to...

French luxury brand Louis Vuitton won in court, but is it losing China? A trademark lawsuit against the Chinese tea brand Molly Tea has sparked a nationwide debate over trademark rights, cultural heritage, and brand perception. Was this simply a legal battle, or a costly strategic misstep? As Chinese consumers become more confident and culturally conscious, is the playbook for international...