2026-08-06
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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.
One hour of news and information brought to you every weekday.
Now here's your host.
Shane Bigham with you on this Thursday, August 6,
2026. You're listening to the Beijing Hour, coming to you live from the Chinese capital.
On today's program, Japan's marking the 81st anniversary of the atomic bombing
of Hiroshima as protests intensify against the current government's military ambitions.
Iran says it's near an agreement with Oman on shipping in the Strait of Hormuz.
And UNESCO is recognizing Beijing as a world capital of architecture.
In business, China's machinery sector records strong growth through the first half of the year.
In sports, the European football preseason continues its warm-ups in Asia.
In culture and entertainment, a popular Chinese film debuts in Vietnam ahead of more international markets.
Now the day's top stories.
The city of Hiroshima has marked the 81st anniversary of the atomic bombing
that killed tens of thousands of people and led to Imperial Japan's surrender in World War II.
Thursday's commemoration comes amid concerns over the Japanese government's remilitarization
and shift from its pacifist constitution.