The Hub with Wang Guan

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 navigating its push for a political solution to the Ukraine crisis?

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 of China's agriculture? What new trends have emerged?

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? What does this mean for the future of international cooperation, particularly in these uncertain times?

On February 17th, Chinese President Xi Jinping chaired a key meeting with China's leading private entrepreneurs. President Xi said the private sector will remain a cornerstone of China's economic growth and innovation, and pledged unwavering support for the private sector. Will this meeting be a shot in the arm for the Chinese economy? And how will China's private enterprises navigate the current challenges?

In a recent move, U.S. President Donald Trump has once again brandished the tariff stick. The White House has reinstated the full 25% tariff on steel imports and increased levies on aluminum imports to 25%. How have top U.S. businesses reacted to this move? How will consumers and the business community at large be impacted, and who will really foot the bill?

As DeepSeek makes waves on the global stage, showcasing China's rising prominence in the AI race, we take a look at how powerful DeepSeek is, and how we can ensure that AI technology benefits a broader global community.

Ahead of the 9th edition of the Asian Winter Games, to be held in northeastern China's Harbin City in Heilongjiang Province from Feb. 7 through 14, we take a look at how the "gold rush" of ice and snow economy can trickle down to sectors such as tourism, culture, catering, exhibitions, and sports services.

On February 1st, U.S. President Donald Trump said he would impose 25% tariffs on imports from Canada and Mexico and 10% tariffs on China, effective immediately. However, just two days later, the U.S. President announced he would pause the tariffs for 30 days after Mexico and Canada agreed to take steps to tighten border security and drug trafficking. How will Trump's policy flip-flops affect the U.S. economy? What is the real intention behind Trump using tariffs as a bargaining tool?

Nowadays, it is very difficult to overstate the importance of China-ASEAN cooperation. This relationship is marked by robust political and diplomatic engagement over the decades. China-ASEAN trading relations are among the largest in the world. In addition, thanks to shared heritage, history, and cultural bonds, people-to-people exchanges between China and ASEAN countries have been more than robust and dynamic over the years.

Recently, the One Voice Children's Choir from the United States visited Beijing, performing soul-stirring songs at iconic landmarks such as the Temple of Heaven. Their music resonated deeply with the Chinese audience and people from around the world, adding heartfelt melodies to the spirit of international friendship and highlighting the beauty of cultural exchanges during this time of unity and celebration.