The Beijing Hour

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The Beijing Hour

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    U.S. criticized for escalating tensions with Venezuela at UN Security Council emergency meeting
    China calls on Japan to shoulder the responsibility of ensuring nuclear safety (01:00). China finalizes its ratification of the landmark High Seas Treaty on protecting marine biodiversity (09:38). Members of the UN Security Council including China and Russia criticize the U.S. for escalating military tensions with Venezuela (19:02).
    24 December 2025, 10:00 am
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    Investigators suspect Ukrainian special services behind Moscow car bombing, Ukraine yet to respond
    Chinese President Xi Jinping has called on state-owned enterprises directly administered by the central government to contribute more to Chinese modernization (01:07). A senior Japanese official who advocates for nuclear weapons in the country is facing criticism and opposition (11:54). A Russian investigative committee says Ukrainian Special Forces could be responsible for a car bomb attack in Moscow that killed a Russian general, while Ukraine has not yet made any comments (17:25).
    23 December 2025, 10:00 am
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    Thailand, Cambodia to resume ceasefire discussions
    China has denounced remarks by senior Japanese officials who say the country needs nuclear weapons (01:03). China's top legislature has begun reviewing the draft Childcare Services Law designed to provide stronger legal protection for children (11:15). Thailand and Cambodia are set to resume ceasefire discussions on Wednesday (21:15).
    22 December 2025, 10:00 am
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    Beijing expresses opposition to 2026 U.S. Defense Authorization Act
    Residents and businesses in Hainan Province are welcoming the launch of special customs operations that took effect on Thursday (01:06). Beijing has expressed opposition to Washington's 2026 National Defense Authorization Act for playing up purported threats from China (11:27). European Union leaders have decided not to use frozen Russian assets to fund Ukraine's defense needs, a decision welcomed by Moscow (20:59).
    19 December 2025, 10:00 am
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    Hainan formally launches special customs operations
    Hainan Province has begun its special customs operations, a milestone in China's high-standard opening up (01:04). China says Japan's recent actions have cast doubt about whether it is intentionally stirring up troubles and provocations to justify its military buildup (14:28). The U.S. president says he wants to take back oil he claims stolen by Venezuela, while Caracas says Venezuelan oil and soil are rightfully theirs (23:24).
    18 December 2025, 10:00 am
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    Chinese mainland criticizes DPP's measures restricting cross-Strait exchanges
    The clock is ticking toward a historic moment in Hainan Province, as it is set to formally launch island-wide special customs operations (01:06). Thailand has demanded Cambodia be the first to announce a ceasefire after more than a week of clashes while Cambodia has not responded (23:32). The Chinese mainland authorities have criticized the Democratic Progressive Party authorities for restricting exchanges across the Taiwan Strait (31:41).
    17 December 2025, 10:00 am
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    China demands Japan honor political commitments on Taiwan
    Hainan Province is ready to start special customs operation and officially become a free trade port in China (07:36). China has again criticized Japan for failing to reaffirm key political commitments on the Taiwan question and selectively citing historical documents (17:27). The U.S. and several European countries have offered security guarantees for Ukraine as part of peace efforts to end the conflict with Russia (23:25).
    16 December 2025, 10:00 am
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    China sanctions former Japanese military chief over collusion with Taiwan separatist forces
    Chinese authorities say the country's economy has sustained steady progress and generally stable momentum over the past month (01:02). China has sanctioned a former chief of staff of the Japanese self-defense forces over collusion with Taiwan separatist forces (12:47). Australia's leaders have agreed to take decisive action to strengthen gun laws following a fatal mass shooting at Sydney's iconic Bondi Beach (17:25).
    15 December 2025, 10:00 am
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    Optimism toward China becomes shared consensus: FM spokesperson
    China says its policy continuity and stable growth will provide certainty for the global economy, as there's a growing consensus that its prospects are positive (01:10). Beijing again denounces the Japanese prime minister's remarks over the Taiwan region (10:53). Ukraine presents the U.S. with an updated version of the peace plan proposed by Washington, while Russia says it wants agreements for lasting and sustainable peace with security guarantees for all involved (24:22).
    12 December 2025, 10:00 am
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    China sets economic priorities for 2026, vowing to boost consumption, innovation
    China pledges to fully tap its economic potential by boosting domestic demand and innovation, as the annual Central Economic Work Conference sets the tone for next year's economic work (01:16). China says its recent strategic patrol jointly conducted with Russia should not be a concern for Japan (11:40). Venezuela accuses the U.S. of international piracy after American forces seized an oil tanker off the Venezuelan coast (21:32).
    11 December 2025, 10:00 am
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    China-proposed Group of Friends of Global Governance established
    Chinese Premier Li Qiang calls for openness and cooperation in global economic governance (01:07). The China-proposed Group of Friends of Global Governance has been established at the United Nations with the aim of enhancing exchanges and cooperation in global governance (12:00). China's consumer price index rises 0.7 percent in November, the highest reading since March 2024 (36:27).
    10 December 2025, 10:00 am
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