2026-04-08
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This is the Beijing Hour.
Examining the events that impact and shape China and the rest of the world.
This is the Beijing Hour.
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Shane Biggum with you on this Wednesday, April 8th, 2026.
You're listening to the Beijing Hour, coming to you live from the Chinese capital.
On today's program, China's welcomed the two-week ceasefire between the U.S.
And Iran, as well as the mediation efforts of Pakistan and other countries.
The visiting chairperson of the Chinese Kuomintang Party has visited the mausoleum of Sun Yat-sen,
a crucial figure who helped overthrow imperial rule in China.
And China's conservation efforts are in focus on International Rare Animal Protection Day.
In business, China's logistics sector records notable improvements in the March numbers.
In sports, some first leg results from the Champions League quarterfinals.
In culture and entertainment, China's strong box office numbers for the recent Qingming holiday.
Now the day's top stories.
China says it welcomes a ceasefire between the United States and Iran.
A foreign ministry spokesperson said China also supports mediation efforts from countries, including Pakistan.
Mao Ning reiterated China's call for an end to the war,