2025-05-21
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This is the Beijing Hour.
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Shane Bigham with you on this Wednesday, May 21st, 2025.
You're listening to the Beijing Hour, coming to you live from the Chinese capital.
On today's program,
the Chinese president highlighted the need for a stronger manufacturing sector during an inspection tour in central China.
China and the 10 ASEAN countries have completed negotiations on version 3.0 of their free trade agreement.
The U.K. suspending free trade negotiations with Israel because of the hostilities in Gaza.
In business, China's tax revenue returned to growth in April.
In sports, the new CBA champion is a first-time winner.
In culture and entertainment, the Chinese bridge language competition in Cuba.
Now checking the day's top stories.
Chinese President Xi Jinping has urged Henan Province to strengthen the manufacturing sector as part of the efforts to advance toward Chinese modernization.
During an inspection tour in the central province,
the president also visited historical and cultural sites and held talks with provincial officials.
Qi Zhi has details.