EPISODE · Jan 7, 2026 · 53 MIN
China’s export control on dual-use items to Japan
from World Today
① China’s foreign minister has embarked on a trip to four countries in Africa, continuing with a 36-year diplomatic tradition. Will China-Africa ties remain steadfast despite global turbulences? (00:53) ② China has strengthened its export control on dual-use items to Japan. Why is Beijing justified to take this move? (15:28) ③ European allies have agreed to key security provisions for Ukraine. We explore how security guarantees for Ukraine might look like. (24:50) ④ Precious metals are trading near their record highs. We look at how geopolitical flashpoints including tensions over the US seizure of Venezuela’s president are fueling the demand for safe-haven assets. (35:37) ⑤ Why are Chinese tech firms drawing crowds at the annual Consumer Electronics Show? (43:57)
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① China’s foreign minister has embarked on a trip to four countries in Africa, continuing with a 36-year diplomatic tradition. Will China-Africa ties remain steadfast despite global turbulences? (00:53) ② China has strengthened its export control on dual-use items to Japan. Why is Beijing justified to take this move? (15:28) ③ European allies have agreed to key security provisions for Ukraine. We explore how security guarantees for Ukraine might look like. (24:50) ④ Precious metals are trading near their record highs. We look at how geopolitical flashpoints including tensions over the US seizure of Venezuela’s president are fueling the demand for safe-haven assets. (35:37) ⑤ Why are Chinese tech firms drawing crowds at the annual Consumer Electronics Show? (43:57)
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