2026-10-16
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Shane Bigham with you on this Friday, October 16th,
2026. You're listening to the Beijing Hour, coming to you live from the Chinese capital.
On today's program, Friday is World Food Day, with governments, organizations,
and others raising awareness about hunger and food insecurity.
China says well over 4,000 overseas companies have already signed
up for the China International Import Expo in Shanghai next month.
And Ukraine's president says he's no longer supporting President Donald Trump's energy ceasefire.
In business, public transport was in the spotlight on day one of the Canton Fair in Guangzhou.
In sports, a dominant performance from the top seed at the ATP Shanghai Masters.
In culture and entertainment, an autumn travel destination in northwest China.
Now check in the day's top stories.
October 16th marks World Food Day.
The day brings together governments, organizations, communities,
and individuals to raise awareness about hunger, food security, and sustainable agriculture.
Data from the United Nations Food and Agriculture Organization