2026-10-15
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This is the Beijing Hour.
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Shane Beckham with you on this Thursday, October 15th,
2026. You're listening to the Beijing Hour, coming to you live from the Chinese capital.
On today's program, the 140th Canton Fair is now underway in southern China.
With a spotlight on new products, green technology, and AI.
The IMF has raised its growth forecast for Asia and the Pacific, while also warning about potential headwinds.
And fighting continues in Yemen as the World Food Program issues its own warning about an emergency food crisis.
In business, U.S.
Inflation continues to accelerate ahead of the midterm elections.
In sports, a tennis update from the Wuhan Open.
In culture and entertainment, technology helping foreigners visiting China.
Now the day's top stories.
The 140th China Import and Export Fair is now underway in Guangzhou.
Also known as the Canton Fair, this year's event puts a spotlight on new products, green technology, and AI.
The exhibition area covers more than 1.5 million square meters, with around 32,000 companies taking part.