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World Today

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China
United States
Japan
Taiwan
European Union
Iran
Russia
Artificial Intelligence
Xi Jinping
Donald Trump
Climate Change
Canada
Germany
World War II
Ukraine
Belt and Road Initiative
United Nations
South Korea
Israel
Venezuela

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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After years of stalled China–EU trade talks, the two sides have launched a new Trade and Investment Consultation Mechanism, holding its first high-level meeting and, notably, issuing a joint statement, the first of its kind since 2019. So is this the... more

① Chinese FM's phone call with U.S. Secretary of State: how will the China-U.S. constructive relationship of strategic stability guide bilateral ties? (00:48) ② The performance of China's services trade in the first five months of the year. (14:21) ③... more

① The CPC has marked its 105th founding anniversary. What is its mission in the new era? (00:41) ② China calls for maintaining the momentum of negotiations between the U.S. and Iran. What are the biggest obstacles? (18:15) ③ How is China making it ea... more

① China and the EU launch trade and investment consultation mechanism. What is the key focus? (00:44) ② How is the CPC's institutional system guiding the country's growth? (14:04) ③ China's outbound investment regulation will take effect on July 1. H... more

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Recent Guests

Zhang Xin
Deputy Director of the Center for Russian Studies and East China Normal University
East China Normal University
Episode: What to expect from China-Belarus ties?
Chu Qiang
Professor at Belt and Road Research Center, Minzu University of China
Minzu University of China
Episode: What to expect from China-Belarus ties?
Peter Newman
Professor of Sustainability, Curtin University
Curtin University
Episode: What to expect from China-Belarus ties?
Alessandro Golombievsk Teixeira
Professor of Public Policy and Management, Tsinghua University
Tsinghua University
Episode: What to expect from China-Belarus ties?
Eric Tse
CEO, Sano Biopharmaceutical
Sano Biopharmaceutical
Episode: What to expect from China-Belarus ties?
Sabu Bhatt
Founder and CEO of China Trading Desk
China Trading Desk
Episode: Panel: Beyond buying cars: Is China building a new auto economy?
Dominic Trindade
Commercial Minister with the Australian Embassy in Beijing
Australian Embassy in Beijing
Episode: A decade on, what has Brexit brought to Britain?
Dr. Andrew Easton
Emeritus Professor of Virology
University of Warwick
Episode: A decade on, what has Brexit brought to Britain?
Lauren Johnston
Senior Researcher, OzChina Institute
Oz China Institute
Episode: With Abelardo de la Espriella elected, what is awaiting Colombia?

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Ding Heng
Host of World Today
Dou Hongyu
Host of World Today

Reviews

3.6 out of 5 stars from 786 ratings
  • 杂音

    每一集都有很严重的杂音,很影响收听,杂音让人有点烦躁,建议尽快处理

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    SyviaG
    China3 months ago
  • 发音简直灾难

    男host的发音太可怕了

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    rvy91
    China4 months ago
  • CGTN - China Global Television Network

    Podchaser
    3
    Sticky1940
    10 months ago
  • 不错

    选题丰富,主持人也超棒的

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    syswsj
    Chinaa year ago
  • 播音专业度

    能尽量少安排某位男主持的节目吗,声音本来就浑浊不清,发音更是装得无与伦比,太做作了,听着相当累,语句中间全是“so”,动不动就“so”,听起来非常不舒服,就是不知道下一句说什么的技术性停顿,全是“so”,每次那男主持的节目都相当煎熬。BTW,凡涉及中文人名、地名的,能不能就正常发音,不要发音奇形怪状,一味模仿外国人发音(那是因为他们不能正常发中文名的音,主持人们倒果为因地奇形怪状地说中文人名和地名非常不伦不类),让人根本不知道谁是谁,哪是哪。

    Apple Podcasts
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    什邡小子- SH
    Chinaa year ago

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Audio quality and on-air dynamics are frequently cited as areas for improvement.
The show is valued for its deep dives into policy and geopolitics, with strong regional perspectives.
Guest lineup and topic breadth are seen as a key strength, though some listeners mention pronunciation and delivery issues.
Several listeners highlight the show's usefulness for staying informed on China-related geopolitics and international diplomacy.
Listeners appreciate the rigorous, globally oriented analysis and diverse expert voices.

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What’s fueling panda bond boom?
Q: What are the main drivers behind Panda Bonds attracting foreign issuers this year?
Issuers are drawn by the attractive yuan-denominated financing costs, the large and liquid onshore RMB market, and the ability to fund local projects directly in RMB, plus regulatory improvements that ease remittance and capital flows.
Panel: Beyond buying cars: Is China building a new auto economy?
Q: Professor Li, what practical changes will car owners feel from these reforms, especially around modification and same-day processes?
Owners will experience a streamlined registration process with real-time data sharing across ministries, making new-car purchases and upgrades faster and more convenient, while safety and regulatory standards for modifications are clarified to prevent unsafe alterations and encourage legitimate providers.
Behind Keir Starmer’s decision to resign
Q: What are the potential implications of the proposed reconstruction fund for Iran?
If implemented, it could provide financial support to stabilize Iran's economy, attract investment, and underpin reconstruction efforts, but its final design and US contribution terms are still unclear.
Behind Keir Starmer’s decision to resign
Q: Why is a de-confliction mechanism between the US, Iran, and Lebanon considered crucial right now?
Because it creates a framework to manage risk, reduce miscalculation, and provide a pathway for ongoing dialogue to prevent renewed fighting, especially in a region where tensions could quickly escalate.
Behind Keir Starmer’s decision to resign
Q: What does establishing a high-level committee mean for the negotiation process between the United States and Iran?
It signals the start of a formal negotiation process with a mechanism to rebuild trust and encourage coordinated steps toward a ceasefire, though a full end to hostilities remains contingent on future discussions and concessions from multiple parties.

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What is World Today about and what kind of topics does it cover?

The show consistently covers international affairs, geopolitics, and global policy with a strong emphasis on China-related dynamics, U.S.-Europe relations, and multilateral institutions. Episodes frequently feature expert panels and academic commentators who dissect funding for peacekeeping, regional security, technology policy, and global governance, often tying these topics to current events and concrete regional consequences. A standout trait is its ability to juxtapose policy analysis with geopolitical storytelling, drawing on a wide range of scholars and practitioners to map how big-power tensions, trade, and development shape world events. Listeners who value rigorous, cross-cutural analysis and policy nuance across international secu... more

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1. Zhang Xin
2. Chu Qiang
3. Peter Newman
4. Alessandro Golombievsk Teixeira
5. Eric Tse
6. Sabu Bhatt
7. Dominic Trindade
8. Dr. Andrew Easton

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