The Beijing Hour

Chinese President Xi Jinping has spoken with the Saudi prime minister on the phone, discussing the Strait of Hormuz and regional peace (01:00). The winner of the humanoid robot half-marathon has beaten the human world record (12:39). And China is warning against the resurrection of militarism as Japan's plan to revise the country's pacifist constitution sparks protests in Tokyo (24:22).

Israel and Lebanon have begun a ceasefire that Iran says is part of the U.S.-Iran truce deal (01:15). China has slammed provocative actions by Japan's Self Defense Force and urged Tokyo to correct wrongdoings (10:06). And the IMF has highlighted the resilience and influence of China's economy (14:36).

China's economy grew 5% in the first quarter, showing resilience despite headwinds such as the energy shock from the Middle East conflict (01:04). Service consumption is a highlight of China's economic performance, rising 5.5% in Q1 (37:02). Iran and the United States maintain contact through Pakistan about the possibility of new in-person talks (10:18).

The top leaders of China and Vietnam have met in Beijing and discussed issues such as opposing unilateralism and developing China-ASEAN ties (01:10). Chinese President Xi Jinping has highlighted the stability and certainty in China-Russia relations during talks with the Russian foreign minister (09:56). And the U.S. president says the war against Iran is close to completion, and he isn't thinking about extending the ceasefire (16:18).

Chinese President Xi Jinping has met with the Abu Dhabi crown prince and proposed adhering to the principle of peaceful coexistence, respecting national sovereignty, upholding the international rule of law, and balancing development with security (01:04). President Xi also met the Spanish prime minister and urged joint efforts to safeguard true multilateralism and global peace and development (03:00). And China's foreign trade grew 15% in Q1, marking the fastest expansion in five years (36:51).