World Today

With in-depth panel discussions on domestic and global news and current affairs, World Today gives you the story behind the headlines.

World Today is a news podcast hosted by Unknown Host, with 200 episodes on record and a Required Pod Score of 80. PitchCentric scores this show on Booking Probability, Listen Score, and live audience signals refreshed every 24 hours.

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  Ecuador president in Beijing: Why is Latin America drawing closer to China?

  Aug 19, 202652 min

  ①Chinese, Ecuadorian leaders discuss Belt and Road cooperation and investment. What's driving Latin American nations to deepen ties with China? (00:55)
 ②Macao unveils its next 5-year development plan. How can Macao move beyond gaming and tap into mainland's growth? (12:50)
 ③China recovers rocket stage on land for first time after earlier recovery at sea. How close is China to achieving routine rocket recovery and reuse? (24:51)
 ④World Robot Conference opens in Beijing, showcasing real-world uses. Where does China stand in the global race to develop humanoid robots? (33:55)
 ⑤29 U.S. states take Meta to court over allegations that Facebook and Instagram are hooking kids. Is Big Tech finally being held accountable for social media addiction? (44:12)

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  Military spending surging: Is Taiwan any safer?

  Aug 18, 202653 min

  ①Taiwan's defense budget tops NT$1 trillion. More military spending, less for livelihoods - and is Taiwan any safer? (00:53)
 ②China-Europe Arctic shipping route enters regular weekly operation. What does a faster route mean for global supply chain resilience? (14:50)
 ③China is rapidly emerging as a major force in global drug innovation. What's behind the rise? (25:00)
 ④Frustration with Washington grows among US Gulf allies. Can diplomacy still work in the Iran conflict? (34:00)
 ⑤DRC Ebola outbreak declared the deadliest in the country's history. How serious is the threat? (43:34)

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  Why is the Philippine defense secretary pushing confrontation with China?

  Aug 17, 202655 min

  ①China says allegations by Philippine defense secretary are unfounded. Why is Teodoro so determined to push China and the Philippines toward confrontation? (00:58)
 ②South Korean president to revive pro-Japanese asset investigation committee after a 16-year hiatus. Can normal relations with neighbors be maintained if Japan still refuses to confront its wartime history? (10:00)
 ③China briefs media on Jan-July economic performance. What policy support will China roll out to keep the growth momentum going? (23:37)
 ④DJI scores a key procedural victory in lawsuit against the US Department of Defense. Could this ruling open the door for DJI to fight its way off the Pentagon's blacklist? (34:23)
 ⑤German companies cut US investment to a three-year low. Even as the EU pledges more investment in the US, why are German businesses reluctant to bet on America - and what are they worried about? (44:58)

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  Japan's surrender day: can a country that forgets its aggression avoid repeating it?

  Aug 14, 202658 min

  On August 15, 1945, Japan announced its unconditional surrender. For the countries and peoples across Asia who suffered under Japanese militarist aggression, August 15th has never been an ordinary day. It represents the triumph of justice over aggression. It also marks the end of a war that brought immense suffering and profound devastation to Asia.
 81 years after Japan's surrender, has Japan truly learned from its past - or is history repeating itself?
 Host Ge Anna is joined by Einar Tangen, Senior Fellow at the Center for International Governance Innovation, a Canadian Think Tank, and Chairman of Asia Narratives; Dr. Lee Pei May, Assistant Professor of Political Science at the International Islamic University Malaysia; Dr. Liu Kuangyu, Researcher at the Institute of Taiwan Studies, Chinese Academy of Social Sciences.

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  China-led global standards on smart city: How will it shape human urban life?

  Aug 13, 202652 min

  ①U.S. leads in missile tests, yet criticizes China: double standards, strategic anxiety, or both? (00:44)
 ②A China-led international standard on smart city data utilization is released. How will it shape future human urban life? (12:49)
 ③Putin makes his first visit to an island disputed with Japan. What messages is he sending to Japan? (24:01)
 ④China's homegrown C919 jet makes international debut. How big a moment is it for global aviation? (33:10)
 ⑤A culinary anti-war blockbuster gains traction globally. We speak with its translator about China's anti-war storytelling.

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