Japan’s Nuclear U-Turn Sparks Hypocrisy Debate
A senior Japanese official’s recent call for nuclear arms clashes with Japan’s long-standing anti-nuclear stance, igniting a heated debate on hypocrisy and regional security.
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Beyond Box Office: How China Shaped Global Film in 2025
China’s film influence in 2025 goes beyond box office: co-producing hits like Zootopia 2, engaging 400M moviegoers, and turning franchises like Ne Zha 2 into immersive IP ecosystems.
Building Sustainable Ties: Kołodko on Global Partnerships & China’s Long-Term Vision
In this special episode of The Hub, Grzegorz W. Kołodko and Huang Jiyuan unpack how nations can forge sustainable partnerships and what China’s long-term planning means for global stability.
China’s Three Tech Hubs Power a New Era of Innovation
China is building three mega tech hubs in Beijing-Tianjin-Hebei, the Greater Bay Area and the Yangtze River Delta to drive innovation and high-quality growth.
How China’s Box Office Propelled Zootopia 2 to Global Hits
Zootopia 2 has grossed over 2 billion yuan in China, driving its global success and ushering in a new wave of Chinese animation abroad.
30 Years of ‘Her Voice’: Tian Wei’s Journey from Volunteer to Summit Host
From a UN volunteer in 1995 to hosting the 2025 Global Women’s Summit in Beijing, CGTN’s Tian Wei marks 30 years of ‘Her Voice’ – a journey of empowerment and change.
Inside Somalia’s Rebuild: President Mohamud on China–Africa Partnership
President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud shares insights on Somalia’s national reconstruction and the strategic China–Africa partnership driving new development opportunities this year.
Japan’s Nuclear Push Raises Alarms Over Global Non-Proliferation
Experts warn that Japan’s potential nuclearization, proposed Dec. 18, could undermine the NPT, weaken non-proliferation norms, and spark regional arms races.
Building Africa’s Industrial Future: Partnerships that Power Progress
Africa is shifting from raw exports to homegrown industry with infrastructure-driven, win-win partnerships powering manufacturing hubs across the continent.
Japan’s Self-Defense Shift: From Defense to Offense?
Japan’s military spending has grown for 13 years straight, with bigger budgets, new gear, U.S.-led drills, and looser arms exports. But is this still just self-defense?