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The Beijing Hour

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China
Taiwan
United States
Japan
Xi Jinping
Iran
United Nations
Gaza
Russia
Israel
Ukraine
Venezuela
Belt and Road Initiative
APEC
Hainan Province
Spring Festival
ASEAN
World War II
Hong Kong
South Korea

Breaking news, business, up-to-date sports, and the hottest entertainment happenings, from the unique Chinese perspective.

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Latest Episodes

As the Communist Party of China marks its 105th founding anniversary on Wednesday, new data shows its membership topped 101 million as of the end of 2025, reflecting its continued growth among people from all walks of life (01:35). Uncertainty surrou... more

China and Belarus have pledged to maintain strategic communication and strengthen bilateral relations during their presidents' meeting in Beijing (01:06). The US and Iran have reportedly agreed to halt recent hostilities and renew talks about the Str... more

Chinese President Xi Jinping has held separate meetings with Cambodian People's Party President and Senate President Hun Sen and Bangladeshi Prime Minister Tarique Rahman in Beijing, pledging to promote cooperation with the two countries (01:16). Res... more

Two powerful earthquakes that jolted Venezuela on Wednesday had killed over 160 people by early Thursday, with around 1,000 injured (00:51). The Annual Meeting of the New Champions or the Summer Davos has wrapped up, with business leaders hailing the... more

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Recent Guests

Zhao Yunfei
Reporter covering foreign affairs and global governance topics
CGTN
Episode: China releases white paper on global governance
Min Aung Hlaing
President of Myanmar, on state visit to China
Myanmar government
Episode: President Xi holds talks with Myanmar counterpart on boosting cooperation
Marcella Ferretto
Sustainable Development Chief at the UN Human Rights Office
UN Human Rights Office
Episode: Green development, human rights protection discussed at Global Human Rights Governance Forum
Major General Meng Xiangqing
Head of delegation, Shanghai Cooperation Organization session attendee
National Defense University, China
Episode: Chinese FM calls for advancing UN reform, enhancing Security Council's authority and capabilities
Dr. Vuk Vuksanovic
Lecturer in Foreign Policy and Grand Strategy Education at King's College London
King's College London
Episode: Chinese FM calls for more support for UN Charter, advancement of US-Iran talks
Wang Wentao
Commerce Minister of China
Ministry of Commerce, China
Episode: Xizang makes progress in infrastructure, ecology after 75 years of peaceful development
Sonam Jolma
Tibetan scholar and educator
China Tibetology Research Center
Episode: Xizang makes progress in infrastructure, ecology after 75 years of peaceful development
Kirill Barbev
Analyst providing perspectives on China–Russia relations
Episode: China, Russia to promote ties to a deeper, higher level: ministry
Stepanukh Maria
Russian teacher at Southern Medical University
Southern Medical University
Episode: China, Russia to promote ties to a deeper, higher level: ministry

Host

Shane Bigham
Experienced anchor for Beijing-focused updates with field reporting.

Reviews

3.8 out of 5 stars from 797 ratings
  • 文本

    能不能推出听写文本功能

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    麻瓜..62131
    China8 months ago
  • 很不错

    用来练听力很不错

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    5
    ChinaPage
    Chinaa year ago
  • 加入文本

    如果能附上文本就更好了

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    不评论不给解锁…
    Chinaa year ago
  • 可否共享文本

    能否在每日报导后附上音频文本,以便学习

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    arwenzh
    Chinaa year ago
  • 更新

    怎么不更新啦

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    ozzero6739
    China2 years ago

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Fans value timely updates on China-related diplomacy and markets.
Listeners appreciate the breadth of international reporting from a Chinese perspective.
Sound quality and transition music are commonly noted for adjustments.
Some callers want transcripts or write-ups of episodes for learning and reference.

Chart Rankings

How this podcast ranks in the Apple Podcasts, Spotify and YouTube charts.

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#21
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#166
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#180
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#219
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China, Russia to promote ties to a deeper, higher level: ministry
Q: From your perspective, what is driving the momentum in China-Russia relations today?
The driving force is a shared vision for the future and aligned positions on global governance, economics, and regional issues, which translate into deepening cooperation across multiple sectors and closer strategic partnership.
Xizang makes progress in infrastructure, ecology after 75 years of peaceful development
Q: What message does China hope to send to the region and the world?
The country aims to advance regional economic integration, support a free trade area in Asia-Pacific, strengthen digital cooperation, and develop a green economy, while navigating a complex geopolitical landscape and maintaining open trade commitments.
Chinese, US trade teams hold talks as President Trump begins state visit
Q: What are businesses hoping to see from the China-U.S. meeting during President Trump's visit?
A stable and predictable framework that reduces political interference and emphasizes economic collaboration, fostering mutually beneficial opportunities and smoother operating conditions for multinational companies.
CPPCC concludes annual session, pledges to enhance role in Chinese modernization
Q: What is the CPPCC's ongoing function after the final report was accepted and promulgated?
The CPPCC will continue as an advisory body, delivering feedback on proposals and policies, using structured meetings, research tours, and proposals from field experts to support policy continuity.
CPPCC concludes annual session, pledges to enhance role in Chinese modernization
Q: Mr. Dunnett, how do you think the CPPCC can get the 15th Five-Year Plan off to a good start?
Dunnett highlights the CPPCC's role in ongoing advisory work, ensuring proposals are researched, debated, and fed back into policy development, with a focus on cross-sector implementation and accountability.

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A fast-paced, China-focused news program that blends global diplomacy, economics, and domestic developments with on-the-ground reporting. Episodes frequently cover China–U.S. relations, regional security, trade, and policy shifts, often featuring expert guests and live reporting from multiple cities. The show stands out for its breadth of international coverage anchored in a Chinese perspective, with a steady stream of updates on policy, markets, and technology, making it a go-to for professionals tracking global affairs through a Chinese lens.

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1. Zhao Yunfei
2. Min Aung Hlaing
3. Marcella Ferretto
4. Major General Meng Xiangqing
5. Dr. Vuk Vuksanovic
6. Wang Wentao
7. Sonam Jolma
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