2026-10-02
59 分钟Examining the events that impact and shape China and the rest of the world.
This is the Beijing Hour.
One hour of news and information brought to you every weekday.
Now here's your host.
Tianyu with you on this Friday, October 2,
2026. You're listening to a special holiday edition of the Beijing Hour, coming to you live from the Chinese capital.
On today's program, China's National Day holiday is in full swing with millions
of people traveling across the country and enjoying the week-long break.
Iran says it remains open to dialogue with the United States as tensions continue over the Strait of Hormuz.
And oil prices surge as countries roll out measures to cap costs.
And in the second half of our program, we bring you our special feature, Hello from the Other Shore,
a podcast that invites Americans with years of experience engaging with China to share their personal stories
that have shaped their understanding of the country.
Our guest today is Cyrus Jensen, an internet influencer
who has been nearly two decades moving between China and the West.
His life experience offers him an up-close perspective on both worlds.
Now today's top stories.
China's National Day holiday is in full swing with people traveling
across the country to enjoy scenic destinations, cultural events, and festive activities.
Railways are anticipating over 20 million passenger trips on Friday with more than 1,400 extra trains scheduled.