The Hub with Wang Guan
The Hub covers hot-button geopolitical and economic issues, as well as interesting stories and trends in culture, education, technology and lifestyle. It aims to connect people, cultures and societies across the East and the West.
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China is quickly emerging as a top travel destination, with a notable surge in inbound tourism. To enhance visitor experience, the country has rolled out a series of traveler-friendly measures, including extended visa-free transit policies. Earlier this year, China launched a nationwide instant tax refund system aimed at further boosting tourism and consumer spending. The new policies lower refund thresholds, streamline application...
Starting June 1, 2025, China will implement a visa-free policy for citizens of Brazil, Argentina, Chile, Peru, and Uruguay. With China already the top trading partner for countries such as Brazil, Peru, and Chile, the visa-free policy is expected to bring even stronger business and cultural links. But beyond mere convenience, how will the new visa-free policy further stimulate bilateral political, economic, and trade relations? And...
China's economy has made a solid start in 2025. In the first quarter, GDP grew by 5.4% year-on-year, surpassing expectations. From January to April, retail sales increased by 4.7%, indicating a mild recovery in consumer confidence, while total trade rose by 2.4%, despite ongoing global uncertainties and U.S. tariff pressures. What's fueling this resilience? How is China managing to navigate through these challenges?
Over the past decade, China and countries across Latin America and the Caribbean have developed a partnership built on growing trust and shared goals, despite the distance between them. With 22 countries in the region now signed on to the Belt and Road Initiative, cooperation is expanding fast. How far have we come in the past ten years? And where is this relationship heading next?
The Hub covers hot-button geopolitical and economic issues, as well as interesting stories and trends in culture, education, technology and lifestyle. It aims to connect people, cultures and societies across the East and the West.
China has set the target for full-year economic growth at around 5 percent for 2025. Is it realistic? The answer is yes, according to high-level Chinese officials. They point out that China has ample leeway to achieve this year's economic and social development goals and tasks despite current uncertainties. How so?
April 2nd, 2025, was the Trump administration's self-proclaimed "Liberation Day." But the question is, liberation from what? Common sense? This whiteboard of tariff math simply fails in the real world where supply chains don't obey MAGA algebra.
Global education is facing headwinds from policies in the US framed as "national security safeguards." For the Educational Testing Service (ETS), the world's largest private educational testing and assessment organization, these are indeed testing times. But it's also creating plenty of opportunities. From reimagining standardized testing to AI-driven innovations, ETS is trying to shape the future of learning worldwide. How is ETS ...
It's a race against time as Myanmar reels from the 7.9-magnitude earthquake on March 28. Villages have been flattened, roads severed, and hospitals overwhelmed as the death toll keeps rising and millions have been displaced. Survivors now also have to battle 35°C heat, landslides, and cholera threats. What is the situation on the ground? What humanitarian aid is urgently needed at this point?
The screw tightens as the U.S. doubles down on its tariff measures on April 2, a so-called “Liberation Day", according to President Donald Trump. Sweeping tariffs unveiled a minimum 10 percent tariff on all trading partners, as well as so-called "reciprocal" actions on dozens of countries. Under Trump's plan, the U.S. will add a new 34 percent tariff on Chinese goods, on top of the 20 percent tariff that he has already imposed on B...
This year's China Development Forum convenes over 700 government officials, corporate representatives, and thought leaders from around the world. On the sidelines of the event, we caught up with Ms. Joanne Crevoiserat, CEO of Tapestry, the parent company of brands such as Kate Spade and Coach, and discussed how Western luxury brands are adapting to China's rapidly evolving socio-economic and aesthetic shifts.
China Development Forum 2025 convened an unprecedented number of representatives from around the world, including an unprecedented number of corporate leaders from multinational companies. What are their major takeaways from the forum regarding the outlook of the Chinese economy and doing business in China? CGTN host Wang Guan talked with Oliver Zipse, Chairman of the Board of Management of BMW AG, and Marc Horn, Executive Vice Pre...
This year's China Development Forum held at Diaoyutai State Guesthouse in Beijing convenes over 700 government officials, corporate representatives, and thought leaders from around the world. On the sidelines of this year's event, CGTN host Wang Guan caught up with Professor Jeffrey Sachs of Columbia University, to discuss his recent speech to the European Parliament, China-Europe, and China-U.S. relations, and the future of the wo...
In January, the U.S. Department of Commerce finalized a rule banning the import and sale of connected vehicle hardware and software originating from China and Russia, citing national security concerns. This rule took effect in the U.S. on March 17th. Now the day has arrived, will President Trump keep the ban in place or roll it back? Is this really about protecting national security or are there other factors at play? How will this...
As China concludes its 14th Five-Year Plan and prepares for the 15th, 2025 ushers in a transformative era focused on green and low-carbon transition, new consumption, and cultivating young talent - all highlighted at this year's Two Sessions. But challenges remain, such as institutional barriers and funding bottlenecks for private enterprises. As green transition and AI take center stage, how can young entrepreneurs reimagine busin...
China is accelerating its efforts in high-quality development, technological innovation, and industrial upgrading. A key highlight from this year's Government Work Report is the push for embodied AI - an emerging field that fuses artificial intelligence with robotics, reshaping industries from manufacturing to healthcare. With intensifying global competition in science and technology, how does China position itself at the forefront...
U.S. President Donald Trump has rolled out a series of decisions and executive orders, with a big focus on tariffs. One change flying under the radar is the tweak to the de minimis exemption, a rule that dates back to the 1930s. While it might not grab headlines, it's sparking concerns across industries about its potential ripple effects on global trade. What does this shift mean for businesses and consumers? How will supply chains...
As the Russia-Ukraine conflict enters its fourth year, U.S. and Russian officials are having their second round of talks following the first round in Riyadh on February 18. Meanwhile, Washington and Kyiv are getting closer to a deal over rare earth resources. President Zelenskyy will go to White House to potentially sign the deal and meet with President Donald Trump. Is Trump trying to "pull a Nixon" in reverse with Russia? How is ...
China has unveiled its No.1 Central Document for 2025. As the first policy statement from the central authorities this year, it outlines priorities in the country's agriculture and rural development. It's about further strengthening the supply of key agricultural produce to safeguard grain security, preventing large-scale re-emergence of extreme poverty and supporting the development of smart agriculture. What's the current state o...
On Tuesday, Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi delivered a major speech at the United Nations Security Council, urging stronger commitment to multilateralism and the reform of global governance. He also reaffirmed China's dedication to supporting peace efforts in Ukraine and the Middle East, calling for renewed focus on diplomatic solutions. How will the world respond to China's call for a more inclusive and equitable global system? ...
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