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CNA Correspondent

CNA
China
Japan
South Korea
Donald Trump
Indonesia
Myanmar
Thailand
United States
Malaysia
India
Climate Change
ASEAN
Taiwan
Philippines
BTS
Coffee Culture
South China Sea
Tourism
Human Rights
Economy

Teresa Tang dissects the biggest global news stories. Our host speaks to CNA correspondents on the frontlines to bring you behind-the-scenes of their dispatches from Asia and the world.

The views and opinions shared during this podcast series are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the views of Mediacorp Pte. Ltd. or its group of companies.

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The Trump–Xi summit has just wrapped in China.

But beyond the handshakes and official statements, what really happened behind closed doors?

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China has raced ahead in electric vehicle adoption, building vast charging networks, scaling production and reshaping how cars are bought and used. But across the rest of Asia, the shift is unfolding in far more uneven ways. From Mongolia’s hybrid-dr... more

The Wang Fuk Court fire left 168 people dead and thousands displaced, making it one of Hong Kong’s deadliest disasters in decades. Months on, investigations are uncovering deeper failures, from alleged substandard materials to possible corruption in ... more

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Japan’s tourism industry is back, with a record 10 million visitors in early 2026. But a major shift is underway: Chinese arrivals, once the backbone of Japan’s tourism boom, remain well below pre-pandemic levels. With visitor arrivals from South Kor... more

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Bong Xin Ying
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Jack Board
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Deborah Wong
Correspondent on the ground for CNA, covering Wang Fuk Court fire
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Episode: 168 lives, a chain of failures: What Hong Kong’s Wang Fuk Court fire exposed
Natashya Gutierrez
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Chandni Vatvani
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Neha Poonia
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Toni Waterman
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Episode: Energy shock: How the war on Iran is reshaping global power
Roland Lim
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Episode: Energy shock: How the war on Iran is reshaping global power
Grace Shin
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Episode: BTS comeback: Iconic K-pop band aims to once again conquer the world

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Genevieve Woo
Host of CNA Correspondent, providing insights on global news stories with a particular focus on socio-political issues and regional developments.
Teresa Tang
Host of CNA Correspondent, known for dissecting major global news and engaging with correspondents on the ground for deeper insights.

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Speed and strain: The impact of Asia's EV surge
Q: You are based in Shanghai. What's buying a car like in China today, and is online shopping replacing showrooms?
While online options are growing, most buyers still prefer offline experiences for the hands-on aspect and car visibility, though EV showrooms are increasingly like lifestyle spaces with emphasis on battery health and software, not just the engine.
Japan’s tourism rebounds, but where are the Chinese tourists?
Q: What about tourism pollution and the national mood—are residents feeling overcrowding or backlash from visitors, and how is this being managed?
Michiyo notes that sentiment varies by place and that authorities are aware of resident concerns, including over-tourism in world heritage sites and neighborhood friction, leading to targeted marketing and pricing strategies to balance local welfare with tourism growth.
Japan’s tourism rebounds, but where are the Chinese tourists?
Q: Is this a permanent shift? And is Japan worried about this new mix you were describing?
The guest suggests a diversified mix could become the norm, with Koreans and Taiwanese rising as major sources while dependence on Chinese tourism declines; the government is actively promoting other markets, but a true permanent shift would depend on how geopolitical dynamics evolve.
Japan’s tourism rebounds, but where are the Chinese tourists?
Q: But I want to ask you about the data, the visitors from China in particular. How far below are they from pre-pandemic levels?
Michiyo explains that Chinese visitors have fallen sharply since the pandemic, with policy tensions and travel restrictions contributing to the drop; the trend is compounded by Beijing's warnings and reduced flight availability, though there is potential for a rebound if political tensions ease.
BTS comeback: Iconic K-pop band aims to once again conquer the world
Q: Today, I want to understand what this return really means. Is this the continuation of the same story or the start of something new?
The guests suggest it signals a broader evolution where BTS acts as cultural diplomacy, soft power, and an economic engine, not just a musical act, reactivating an entire ecosystem.

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