The Beijing Hour

President Xi urges multilateralism, openness at APEC meetings

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Oct 31, 2025
Zhao Yunfei, a seasoned reporter, shares insights from the APEC meetings where President Xi Jinping highlights multilateralism and a five-point development proposal for the Asia-Pacific. Discussions include the call for stable U.S.-China military relations and the ongoing humanitarian crisis in Sudan. There's an exciting update on China’s Shenzhou 21 mission, emphasizing scientific collaboration in space. Additionally, the podcast dives into China’s plans for enhancing trade and green innovations, including improving its cultural and digital industries for future growth.
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INSIGHT

Qingdao Port As APEC Model

  • Qingdao Port exemplifies connectivity, automation and green logistics as concrete support for APEC goals.
  • Its expanded routes and automation show how trade infrastructure can lower carbon footprints and speed regional integration.
ANECDOTE

Mice Join Shenzhou 21 Experiments

  • Shenzhou 21 will carry a three-person crew and four mice for five to seven day life-science experiments aboard Tiangong.
  • Researchers will compare mice behaviour in microgravity with parallel ground trials using AI observation.
INSIGHT

China's Station As An International Science Hub

  • Experts said China's space station can serve the international scientific community as ISS retirement approaches.
  • Lunar research and station openness could drive affordable science and long-term tech spin-offs for Earthly applications.
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