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Tianlu with you on this Friday, May the 16th, 2025.
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On today's program.
China and France have pledged to protect free trade at a high-level economic and financial dialogue.
A three-way meeting takes place in Istanbul over the Ukraine conflict.
US President Donald Trump has announced $200 billion in deals with the UAE.
In business, China's pilot free trade zones report steady performance in the first quarter.
In sports, Barcelona secures the La Liga title.
In culture and entertainment,
young people are using digital technology to reimagine traditional ceramics.
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Chinese Vice Premier He Lifeng says China is willing to work with France to protect an open and cooperative international economic and trade environment.
He co-chaired a high-level economic and financial dialogue between the two countries in Paris.
The Vice Premier pledged to create a favourable investment environment that would invigorate the comprehensive strategic partnership and advance China-Europe cooperation.