2025-05-07
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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 Wednesday, May 7th, 2025.
You're listening to the Beijing Hour, coming to you live from the Chinese capital.
On today's program,
China and the U.S. will discuss trade and tariffs during a high-level meeting coming up in Switzerland.
The Chinese president called for efforts to preserve history and look ahead to development ahead of a state visit in Russia.
Pakistan and India are launching artillery at each other as the fallout from a deadly attack in Kashmir continues to escalate.
In business, China pledges support for companies affected by U.S. tariffs.
In sports, one Champions League finalist is waiting on its opponent.
Chinese dramas are enjoying global appeal.
Now checking the day's top stories.
China says it's decided to engage with the United States on trade and tariffs.
Vice Premier He Li-Feng will hold talks with U.S.
Treasury Secretary Scott Besant in Switzerland.
The Commerce Ministry said China's carefully assessed U.S. messages showing willingness to talk and taken into consideration global expectations,