Podcast

Caixin China Biz Roundup: China’s GDP Suffers First Quarterly Contraction in Decades
In today’s episode: Virus leads the world’s second-largest economy to shrink for the first time since 1992; drone-maker DJI faces scrutiny over how it handles sensitive data abroad; and Chinese scientists suspend trials of Gilead’s potential Covid-19 treatment

Caixin China Biz Roundup: U.S. to Halt WHO Funding, Trump Announces
In today’s episode: U.S. leader blasts health body for mishandling the coronavirus crisis; tech darlings Alibaba and Tencent invest hundreds of millions in India’s gambling loopholes; and Renault backs out of China joint venture amid lackluster sales

Caixin China Biz Roundup: Prepare for Second Wave of Covid-19 in November, Expert Warns China
In today’s episode: Infectious disease expert Zhang Wenhong says imported Covid-19 cases present greatest danger to second wave of infections; dissatisfied parents demand refunds from Beijing’s private schools which have been forced to stay closed during the pandemic; and behind ByteDance’s audacious expansion plans

Caixin China Biz Roundup: Guangzhou Accused of Mistreating African Nationals Amid Virus Campaign
In today’s episode: Guangzhou’s controversial Covid-19 control measures spark diplomatic tensions between China and African countries; central bank increases its stake in Indian mortgage lender; and Japan’s bold vision to reshape its manufacturing sector

Caixin China Biz Roundup: Could New 5G Messaging Platform Rival WeChat?
In today’s episode: China’s three largest mobile carriers jointly develop 5G-enabled messaging service; Meituan Dianping clashes with Italian startup Idri BK over Mobike; and behind the central bank’s latest efforts to revive the economy

Caixin China Biz Roundup: Sunday Long Read — The Challenges of Treating Covid-19’s Tiniest Victims
Less is known about the effects of the new coronavirus on children than has been learned about its impact on adults in the past few months.This special edition discusses China’s experiences of treating the youngest Covid-19 patients

Caixin China Biz Roundup: Saturday Long Read — Why There Will Be No Quick Cure for Trade After the Pandemic
As China picks up the pace to revive business at home, the worsening pandemic abroad is undercutting recovery efforts in a sign of how interconnected global commerce has become

Caixin China Biz Roundup: Asymptomatic Covid-19 Cases Are Infectious, China Officially Confirms
In today’s episode: State Council delivers new guidelines or handle symptom-free virus carriers; think-tank report finds that coal is no longer viable from a financial perspective; and could Special Purpose Bonds help kick start an economic recovery after pandemic recedes?

Caixin China Biz Roundup: Basketball Superstar Michael Jordan Wins Trademark Lawsuit Against Chinese Sportswear Brand
In today’s episode: Supreme court rules Qiaodan’s unauthorized use of sports icon’s name is illegal; reports surface about video streaming giant, iQiyi, possibly cooking its books; and China publishes list of domestic companies authorized to certify medical supplies for export

Caixin China Biz Roundup: Second Covid-19 Outbreak Likely After Autumn, Top Expert Warns
In today’s episode: Prominent infectious disease expert says crisis unlikely to end this summer; Japan reports dramatic spike in infection cases; and what China’s use of special treasury bonds can teach other economies hit by Covid-19
Caixin China Biz Roundup: U.S. to Halt WHO Funding, Trump Announces
In today’s episode: U.S. leader blasts health body for mishandling the coronavirus crisis; tech darlings Alibaba and Tencent invest hundreds of millions in India’s gambling loopholes; and Renault backs out of China joint venture amid lackluster sales
Apr 16, 2020 18:46 PM
00:00/00:00Caixin China Biz Roundup: Prepare for Second Wave of Covid-19 in November, Expert Warns China
In today’s episode: Infectious disease expert Zhang Wenhong says imported Covid-19 cases present greatest danger to second wave of infections; dissatisfied parents demand refunds from Beijing’s private schools which have been forced to stay closed during the pandemic; and behind ByteDance’s audacious expansion plans
Apr 15, 2020 18:02 PM
00:00/00:00Caixin China Biz Roundup: Guangzhou Accused of Mistreating African Nationals Amid Virus Campaign
In today’s episode: Guangzhou’s controversial Covid-19 control measures spark diplomatic tensions between China and African countries; central bank increases its stake in Indian mortgage lender; and Japan’s bold vision to reshape its manufacturing sector
Apr 14, 2020 18:10 PM
00:00/00:00Caixin China Biz Roundup: Could New 5G Messaging Platform Rival WeChat?
In today’s episode: China’s three largest mobile carriers jointly develop 5G-enabled messaging service; Meituan Dianping clashes with Italian startup Idri BK over Mobike; and behind the central bank’s latest efforts to revive the economy
Apr 13, 2020 19:04 PM
00:00/00:00Caixin China Biz Roundup: Sunday Long Read — The Challenges of Treating Covid-19’s Tiniest Victims
Less is known about the effects of the new coronavirus on children than has been learned about its impact on adults in the past few months.This special edition discusses China’s experiences of treating the youngest Covid-19 patients
Apr 12, 2020 18:00 PM
00:00/00:00Caixin China Biz Roundup: Saturday Long Read — Why There Will Be No Quick Cure for Trade After the Pandemic
As China picks up the pace to revive business at home, the worsening pandemic abroad is undercutting recovery efforts in a sign of how interconnected global commerce has become
Apr 11, 2020 18:00 PM
00:00/00:00Caixin China Biz Roundup: Asymptomatic Covid-19 Cases Are Infectious, China Officially Confirms
In today’s episode: State Council delivers new guidelines or handle symptom-free virus carriers; think-tank report finds that coal is no longer viable from a financial perspective; and could Special Purpose Bonds help kick start an economic recovery after pandemic recedes?
Apr 10, 2020 17:50 PM
00:00/00:00Caixin China Biz Roundup: Basketball Superstar Michael Jordan Wins Trademark Lawsuit Against Chinese Sportswear Brand
In today’s episode: Supreme court rules Qiaodan’s unauthorized use of sports icon’s name is illegal; reports surface about video streaming giant, iQiyi, possibly cooking its books; and China publishes list of domestic companies authorized to certify medical supplies for export
Apr 09, 2020 19:30 PM
00:00/00:00Caixin China Biz Roundup: Second Covid-19 Outbreak Likely After Autumn, Top Expert Warns
In today’s episode: Prominent infectious disease expert says crisis unlikely to end this summer; Japan reports dramatic spike in infection cases; and what China’s use of special treasury bonds can teach other economies hit by Covid-19
Apr 08, 2020 19:27 PM
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