2025-10-20
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This is the Beijing Hour.
This is the Beijing Hour.
One hour of news and information brought to you every weekday.
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Shane Beggum with you on this Monday, October 20th, 2025.
You're listening to the Beijing Hour coming to you live from the Chinese capital.
On today's program, China's economies expanded by over 5% through three quarters,
demonstrating resilience despite global headwinds.
The CPC's 20th Central Committee's begun meetings on the country's social and economic development for the next five years.
says it's resumed its enforcement of the Gaza ceasefire following conflict in Gaza on the weekend.
In business, Asian markets rally as China reports strong growth numbers.
In sports, China's top ranked badminton duo makes history in Denmark.
In culture and entertainment,
Beijing International Photography Week is underway in the Chinese capital.
Now checking the day's top stories.
Official data shows that China's economy expanded by 5.2% in the first three quarters and remains on track to meet the annual growth target of around 5%.
The National Bureau of Statistics said the expansion demonstrated strong resilience and steady progress despite global headwinds.
Officials also highlighted the country's achievements in innovation, green transition, and exports.
Yongyang has details.