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Now playing Next China Putin and Xi discuss Ukraine war and their 'no limits' partnership Russia's number one and his Chinese counterpart have pledged to deepen their ties as both increasingly confront the West. 17/05/2024
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Now playing Next Taiwan Euroviews. In the 'WHO blockade' of Taiwan, everyone is a loser If it had been left to public health experts to decide, perhaps Taiwan’s participation in the WHO would have long been settled as a non-issue, Ambassador Roy Lee writes. 16/05/2024
Now playing Next China 'We are grateful': Putin thanks China for Ukraine peace initiatives The authoritarian leaders aim to underscore their unity during a two-day state visit. 16/05/2024
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Now playing Next Tech News US and China to hold talks on AI risks and safety Governments view AI as crucial for national security and economic growth. 13/05/2024
Now playing Next Europe News Chinese students in the EU targeted amid Beijing’s crackdown - report Overseas Chinese students are being snooped on in Europe and their families harassed in retaliation for their activism, a new report by Amnesty International says. 13/05/2024
Now playing Next Europe News Is China using Hungary as its bridgehead in Europe? The primary purpose of Xi Jinping's three-day visit to Hungary might be to ensure that Hungary can help China gain market share in the EU, as Beijing and Budapest prepare to sign a total of 16 bilateral agreements. 09/05/2024
Now playing Next Europe News Chinese President Xi Jinping visits Hungary on European tour China's leader is anticipated to solidify several agreements with Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orbán, further cementing Beijing's economic presence in the region. 09/05/2024
Now playing Next China Trade is at the heart of EU-China relations, experts say A renewed focus on Beijing comes amid Chinese President Xi Jinping's European tour, at a time when China-EU ties are strained. 08/05/2024
Now playing Next Serbia China and Serbia deepen ties with trade agreement green light Electric vehicles will play a key role in China's strategy in the Balkans. 08/05/2024
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Now playing Next Europe News Xi kicks off Serbia visit on Chinese Embassy bombing anniversary The missile strike in Belgrade in 1999 — which Washington claimed was a mistake — took place during NATO's intervention over Kosovo. 08/05/2024
Now playing Next Europe News Xi calls for global ceasefire during Paris Olympics Trade issues topped the agenda, with European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen warning, "For trade to be fair, access to each other's markets also needs to be reciprocal." 07/05/2024
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Now playing Next Economy Macron and Xi talk trade on visit to Paris amid subsidy spat Chinese President Xi Jinping begins his official state visit to France as tensions over electric vehicles and state subsidies simmer. 06/05/2024