越南共产党总书记阮富仲7月19日下午在河内因病去世，享年八十岁。阮富仲三次当选越共总书记，在位13年，是在位时间第三长的越共最高领导人。2018年至2021年的三年间，他同时兼任越南国家主席。 在阮富仲的领导下，越南的人均GDP增长超过一倍。2013年他发起大规模熔炉反腐败运动，成千上万的政府官员、高层干部、企业高管被起诉、判刑或被迫辞职。在对外关系上，阮富仲领导越南与不同意识形态的国家发展或升级了伙伴关系。 阮富仲被称为真正的马克思列宁主义者。在他去世后，越共还有理论家吗？这期的早报播客《东谈西论》，听主持人韩咏红和新加坡尤索夫伊萨东南亚研究院访问研究员阮清江评价阮富仲对越南的贡献及探讨他的逝世会对越南政局带来什么变化。 延伸阅读： 阮富仲去世留权力真空 分析指国家主席苏林最可能接班 越南政治“四大支柱”之首——阮富仲生平 General Secretary of the Communist Party of Vietnam Nguyen Phu Trong passed away last Friday (July 19) at the age of 80, after holding the country's most powerful position for 13 years.  In 2021, Trong was reelected as party chief for an unprecedented third term, cementing his status as one of the most powerful leaders in Vietnam’s history.  Under his leadership, Vietnam experienced significant economic growth, with its GDP per capita more than doubling. His "bamboo diplomacy" skillfully balanced Vietnam's relationships with global superpowers while promoting a foreign policy of independence and diversification. Trong joined the editorial team of the Communist Review magazine at the age of 23, eventually becoming its editor-in-chief. A Marxist-Leninist ideologue, he studied Russian and earned a doctorate in party building. His ascent in the party ranks was steady: joining the Central Committee in 1994, the Politburo in 1999, and assuming the role of General Secretary in 2011. From 2018 to 2021, he also concurrently held the position of Vietnam's President. Trong's passing raises critical questions about succession and the future of Vietnamese politics. In this episode of the Global Heartbeat podcast, host Han Yong Hong is joined by Nguyen Thanh Giang, a Visiting Senior Fellow at the ISEAS-Yusof Ishak Institute in Singapore. Together, they explore Nguyen Phu Trong's life and legacy and discuss the implications of his death for Vietnam's future. Hosted by Lianhe Zaobao’s Associate Editor, Han Yong Hong, Global Heartbeat is a Mandarin weekly news and current affairs podcast that is updated every Tuesday, 7.00 PM SGT. It is available on zaobao.sg, Apple Podcast, Google Podcasts, Spotify and other podcast platforms.

美国前总统特朗普上星期六在宾夕法尼亚州进行竞选集会时，被飞来的子弹击中右耳上沿，惊险逃过鬼门关。当特朗普在特勤人员的护送下离开时，他坚持先停下来，举起拳头，对观众喊了三声“战斗”！这个经典的画面传遍世界。 特朗普为美国而战的硬汉形象震撼全美，从他脸颊滑过的一枪把他塑造成了英雄，还仿佛净化了他身上的诸多争议。还有宗教人士认为，这就是上帝的旨意，更证明特朗普就是天选之人。现任总统拜登的选情也因此更加岌岌可危。 不过，并非所有人都像特朗普般幸运。在星期六的集会上，一名他的支持者中弹身亡，两人重伤。 特朗普已经提前赢得美国大选了吗？这次的枪击事件揭露了美国社会的哪些问题，又会带来什么变化？ 这期的早报播客《东谈西论》，听主持人韩咏红和台湾国科会科技、民主与社会研究中心研究员兼执行长刘奇峰解析特朗普政治暗杀未遂如何帮他净化争议。 延伸阅读： 分析：美国政治撕裂 特朗普因枪击事件获益 潘政麟：特朗普堪称乱世之枭雄 Former US President Donald Trump narrowly escaped an assassination attempt during a recent campaign rally. A stray bullet grazed his right ear, but Trump's response was quintessentially defiant. Amidst the chaos, he raised his fist and thrice shouted "Fight!" to the crowd, a moment that instantly went viral and cemented his image as an indomitable force in American politics. Some religious commentators have even interpreted the event as a sign of divine intervention. In this episode of Global Heartbeat podcast, host Han Yong Hong, delves into the far-reaching implications of this incident with Roger Chifeng Liu, CEO and senior researcher at the Research Institute for Democracy, Society and Emerging Technology. They dissect how this near-fatal event could reshape Trump's controversial legacy and the broader political landscape as the nation heads towards a crucial election. They also explore the challenges it poses to President Biden's re-election campaign as well as the deeper societal issues this event has brought to the forefront. Hosted by Lianhe Zaobao’s Associate Editor, Han Yong Hong, Global Heartbeat is a Mandarin weekly news and current affairs podcast that is updated every Tuesday, 7.00 PM SGT. It is available on zaobao.sg, Apple Podcast, Google Podcasts, Spotify and other podcast platforms.

台湾前行政院副院长、前总统蔡英文的昔日爱将郑文灿因七年前的一宗土地案涉及贪污，在7月6日被检调侦讯与声押禁见。 郑文灿被准许以500万新台币交保，但被限制住居、限制出境与出海，保释金在星期一再提高到1200万新台币。台湾总统赖清德第一时间作出强硬表态：“不分党派，不问何人，只要涉及非法，检调都应该查办，勿枉勿纵。打诈、扫黑、肃贪，是目前政府重要的工作，目的是要维护国家的生存发展、社会的安定，以及回应人民深刻的期待，不得不然。” 郑文灿则维护自身清白，强调自己从政以来，公而忘私，不贪不取。 郑文灿被调查，是赖清德上台后惩治官场贪腐的第一刀还是对前总统蔡英文派系开出的第一枪？这是肃贪，还是民进党内斗的开始？ 这期的早报播客《东谈西论》，听主持人韩咏红和台湾政治观察家、东华大学教授施正锋详细解析。 延伸阅读： 台海基会董座郑文灿涉贪交保 赖清德强调勿枉勿纵 Former vice-premier Cheng Wen-tsan's alleged involvement in a bribery scandal has sent ripples through Taiwan's political landscape. The 57-year-old Democratic Progressive Party (DPP) politician was questioned by prosecutors on suspicion of bribery related to a land use project during his tenure as Taoyuan mayor from 2014 to 2022. The Taoyuan District Prosecutors Office, citing concerns over potential collusion, sought court approval to detain Cheng and restrict his communications. Despite his eventual release on bail, Cheng faces travel restrictions and denies any wrongdoing. The case has sparked debate about political accountability and corruption in Taiwan.   In this episode of Global Heartbeat, host Han Yonghong and Dong Hwa University‘s Professor Shih Cheng-Feng dissect the implications of this high-profile case. They explore Cheng's political career and his significance within the DPP, while analysing the potential fallout for Taiwan's ruling party. A key focus of the discussion is President Lai Ching-te's response, calling for a thorough investigation regardless of party affiliations. The podcast examines whether this represents a genuine anti-corruption drive or signals internal DPP conflict, possibly targeting former President Tsai Ing-wen's faction. Hosted by Lianhe Zaobao’s Associate Editor, Han Yong Hong, Global Heartbeat is a Mandarin weekly news and current affairs podcast that is updated every Tuesday, 7.00 PM SGT. It is available on zaobao.sg, Apple Podcast, Google Podcasts, Spotify and other podcast platforms.

中共政治局6月27日召开会议，决定开除前后两任国务委员兼国防部长魏凤和和李尚福的中共党籍。 根据官方通报，李尚福违规为本人和他人谋取人事利益；为谋取不正当利益送给他人钱款，涉嫌行贿罪。魏凤和则是违规为他人谋取人事利益。 简单地说，李尚福涉嫌到买官和卖官，而魏凤和可能涉及卖官。 他们也都涉嫌利用职务便利，为他人谋取利益并收受巨额钱款。 去年以来，解放军多名高级将领出事。中国军队为何越反越腐败？腐败问题，是否会影响解放军的战斗力？中共政治局没有同时公布前外长秦刚的下落，秦刚是平安落地了吗？ 这期的早报播客《东谈西论》，听主持人韩咏红与《联合早报》中国新闻资深高级记者于泽远分析梳理中国军队的腐败问题。 延伸阅读： 李尚福、魏凤和被开除中共党籍 料难逃牢狱之灾 韩咏红：李尚福落马凸显的反腐难题 As part of an anti-corruption crackdown, China’s Communist Party expelled former defence minister Li Shangfu and his predecessor Wei Fenghe for “serious violation of party discipline and the law” last Thursday, according to Chinese state media.  The accusations against Li and Wei include accepting gifts and money and facilitating improper benefits for others. Li was dismissed as defence minister last October, just seven months after taking the job. His predecessor, Wei, had not been seen in public since he was replaced last March. Wei served as defence minister from 2018 to 2023 and was also the head of the People's Liberation Army (PLA) Rocket Force from 2015 to 2017. These expulsions are part of a wider anti-corruption purge in the Chinese military, which has seen several generals and aerospace industry executives removed from the national legislative body. The fate of former foreign minister Qin Gang, who was removed after just seven months, remains unknown. In this episode of Global Heartbeat podcast, host Han Yong Hong and Lianhe Zaobao’s China News Copy Editor Yu Zeyuan discuss the implications of the expulsions and ongoing crackdown on the Chinese military and broader political landscape.  Hosted by Lianhe Zaobao’s Associate Editor, Han Yong Hong, Global Heartbeat is a Mandarin weekly news and current affairs podcast that is updated every Tuesday, 7.00 PM SGT. It is available on zaobao.sg, Apple Podcast, Google Podcasts, Spotify and other podcast platforms.

中国大陆司法与国安机关上个星期五联合发布惩治台独顽固分子的22条司法意见，将组织、策划、实施台独活动、推动法理台独、在国际上推动台独等都确定为分裂国家罪。依据情节的严重程度，可以被判处没收财产、有期徒刑、无期徒刑，最重可以判处死刑。如果被告人在境外，可以缺席审判，而且会被终身追责。 在海峡彼岸，台湾陆委会当天立即回应表示，北京当局的做法只会挑起两岸人民的对立，严重影响两岸人民往来交流，无助于两岸关系的良性发展，是极度不文明的粗暴挑衅。 大陆的22条司法意见早在今年5月26日就对内印发，直到上个星期五才发布实施。北京为何要在这时候推出22条惩治台独的司法意见？它能达到什么效果？ 这期的早报播客《东谈西论》，听主持人韩咏红和台湾致理科技大学国际贸易系副教授张弘远以及《联合早报》中国新闻资深高级记者于泽远解析颁布22条司法意见，是否是北京武统的前奏？ 延伸阅读： 于泽远：中国大陆为何推出重典反“台独”？ 特稿：民共原规划在澳门恢复学者接触 恐因惩治台独意见破局 Last Friday, China issued judicial guidelines criminalising Taiwan separatist activities, with punishments running from property confiscation to death penalties.  Taiwan's Mainland Affairs Council quickly condemned the move as a provocation that would harm cross-strait relations. The guidelines, internally circulated in May and only implemented last week, sparked speculation about Beijing's motives and potential impact.  In this episode of Global Heartbeat podcast, host Han Yong Hong explores whether these new guidelines could be a prelude to military action with Associate Professor Chang Hung Yuan from the Department of International Trade, Chihlee University of Technology and Lianhe Zaobao’s China News Copy Editor Yu Zeyuan.  Hosted by Lianhe Zaobao’s Associate Editor, Han Yong Hong, Global Heartbeat is a Mandarin weekly news and current affairs podcast that is updated every Tuesday, 7.00 PM SGT. It is available on zaobao.sg, Apple Podcast, Google Podcasts, Spotify and other podcast platforms.

印度总理莫迪及他领导的政党联盟在今年的全国大选中获胜。莫迪在6月4日发表胜选感言时，先对祖国印度致敬，接着赞颂印度教的宇宙之神贾格纳。他也告诉支持者，这是自1962年以来，第一次有一个印度政府能连续三届执政。 莫迪也开启了本人的第三个总理任期，不过他的选举成绩并不理想。在印度议会的543个席位中，莫迪领导的印度人民党只拿下240个，远远少于他定下的370席目标。他也失去了单独组阁权，必需和其他的政党组成联合政府。 这次的挫折对莫迪实现政治目标以及印度接下来的发展会构成什么影响？ 这期的早报播客《东谈西论》，听主持人韩咏红和台湾国科会科技、民主与社会研究中心研究员兼执行长刘奇峰解析莫迪为何会遭遇滑铁卢？ 延伸阅读： 社论：印度政局稳定但莫迪压力不小 国际特稿：莫迪料三连任 南亚巨人国际争雄 内忧外患挑战重重 In his triumphant speech after securing a third consecutive term, Prime Minister Narendra Modi hailed this election as a historic moment for India. However, his Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) secured only 240 out of 543 parliamentary seats, well short of a majority, forcing him into a coalition government. This diminished mandate raises questions about the future of Modi's political agenda and India's development trajectory.  In this episode of Global Heartbeat podcast, host Han Yong Hong explores the reasons behind Modi's electoral setback and its potential impacts on his policy objectives with Roger Chifeng Liu, CEO and senior researcher at Research Institute for Democracy, Society and Emerging Technology. Hosted by Lianhe Zaobao’s Associate Editor, Han Yong Hong, Global Heartbeat is a Mandarin weekly news and current affairs podcast that is updated every Tuesday, 7.00 PM SGT. It is available on zaobao.sg, Apple Podcast, Google Podcasts, Spotify and other podcast platforms.

韩国前总统文在寅的夫人金正淑2018年独自出访印度，出席许王后纪念公园开工仪式，也会见了印度总理莫迪，完成了第一夫人外交。 不过这件事近期却在韩国闹得沸沸扬扬，原因是金正淑当年增加行程， 专程去参观印度著名古迹泰姬陵。她一行36人乘坐总统专机，四天的飞机餐费用据说超过6万新元，被质疑公款旅游。前总统文在寅不断为夫人解释，但争议还是不断扩大。 到底金正淑有没有滥用公款？这起争议冲击到文在寅本人的形象吗？文在寅会不会成为青瓦台魔咒的另一个受害者？ 这期的早报播客《东谈西论》，听主持人韩咏红和《联合早报》首尔通讯员姜贵瑛解析金正淑公款旅游疑云。 延伸阅读： 姜贵瑛：韩国第一夫人也不好当 姜贵瑛：韩国第一夫人的名牌包 Former South Korean President Moon Jae-in's wife, Kim Jung-sook, is facing accusations of misusing public funds during a 2018 trip to India.  The controversy stems from an unplanned trip to Taj Mahal after attending the groundbreaking ceremony of Queen Heo Memorial Park and a meeting with Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi. Kim Jung-sook, accompanied by a delegation of 36, travelled on the presidential plane, with the cost of in-flight meals over the four days reportedly exceeding US$45,000 (S$60,000).  Former President Moon has defended his wife, but the controversy continues to grow. In this episode of Global Heartbeat podcast, host Han Yong Hong and Lianhe Zaobao’s Seoul Correspondent Kang Gwi Young examines whether Kim Jung-sook has misused public funds, the impact on Moon Jae-in's legacy, and if he could become another victim of the "Blue House curse" of scandals plaguing former leaders.  Hosted by Lianhe Zaobao’s Associate Editor, Han Yong Hong, Global Heartbeat is a Mandarin weekly news and current affairs podcast that is updated every Tuesday, 7.00 PM SGT. It is available on zaobao.sg, Apple Podcast, Google Podcasts, Spotify and other podcast platforms.

美国前总统特朗普5月30日被裁定他在封口费案件中的三十四项重罪全部成立。特朗普在走出法院时称判决“可耻”，受到操纵，并出言攻击法官腐败。他称自己非常无辜，还指控这是总统拜登对他的打击。 特朗普被控伪造商业记录以掩盖他在2016年总统选举期间，支付十三万美元给一个色情女明星换取对方不公开他们有性关系的事实。支付封口费在美国不算什么罪。问题是特朗普涉嫌伪造记录掩饰自己用政治捐款来支付个人的封口费。他因此成为美国历史上第一位被判有罪的前总统。法官将在7月11日判刑，特朗普可能被判处监禁和巨额罚款。 特朗普会不会成为第一位在狱中当选的总统？他如果当选，又会对美国与美国的外交政策带来什么影响？ 这期的早报播客《东谈西论》，听主持人韩咏红和中华战略学会资深研究员张竞详细解析特朗普被定罪会如何影响他二度竞选美国总统之路。 延伸阅读： 【早知】“封口费”案罪名成立 特朗普还能当总统吗？ 陈留俊：特朗普与“十二怒汉”——美国社会又一窗口 Donald Trump became the first U.S. president to be convicted of a crime as he makes a bid to return to the White House. A 12-member New York jury found him guilty on 34 felony counts of falsifying business records.  The jurors unanimously agreed that Trump falsified documents to conceal a $130,000 hush money payment to former porn star Stormy Daniels during the 2016 presidential election campaign. Speaking outside the courthouse after the verdict, Trump claimed that the trial was “rigged” against him and he was a “very innocent man”. He called the verdict a “disgrace” and accused President Joe Biden of orchestrating the prosecution.  The conviction does not prevent Trump from running for president. If Trump were to defeat Mr Biden in the November’s election, he would become the first convicted criminal to occupy the White House. How will his guilty verdict sway the U.S. presidential election? If Trump is elected, what are the ramifications for the U.S. and its foreign policy? In this episode of Global Heartbeat podcast, host Han Yong Hong discusses the impact of Trump’s conviction on his presidential bid with Chang Ching, Non-Resident Research Fellow, Society for Strategic Studies. Hosted by Lianhe Zaobao’s Associate Editor, Han Yong Hong, Global Heartbeat is a Mandarin weekly news and current affairs podcast that is updated every Tuesday, 7.00 PM SGT. It is available on zaobao.sg, Apple Podcast, Google Podcasts, Spotify and other podcast platforms.

今年1月下旬开始，中国股市跑赢全球，成为2024年全球资本市场的一个小亮点。其中，中国大陆与香港上市的中国房地产股，过去一个月来也大幅上涨。 与此同时，今年第一季度中国GDP同比增长5.3%，超出预期。最新公布的4月份工业利润增长4.0%，增速回升7.5个百分点。 中国经济已经触底反弹了吗？在积极的势头上，中共中央政治局确定将在7月召开三中全会。中国国家主席习近平不久前还召开了企业和专家座谈会。这是否意味着中国将进一步采取更多刺激经济的政策？中国经济复苏的道路，还会面对哪些风险？ 这期的早报播客《东谈西论》，听主持人韩咏红与中国经济学者、辽宁大学特聘研究员陈波教授详细解析中国经济触底回升。 延伸阅读： 习近平促改革就业住房等八领域 分析：预告三中全会关注领域 陈婧：迟来的刺激政策 China’s stock market has been outperforming global markets since January, with the Chinese real estate stocks listed in mainland China and Hong Kong also seeing significant rises in the past month.   China's GDP growth in the first quarter surpassed expectations with a robust 5.3% increase year-on-year. Industrial profits in April mirrored this optimism, climbing by 4.0% and marking a notable rebound in growth rate by 7.5 percentage points. Amid the positive outlook, the Chinese Communist Party’s central committee will hold its third plenary session in July. Is China’s economy bottoming out and on the path to recovery? What are the risks? Will China roll out more policies to stimulate the economy after Chinese President Xi Jinping's recent symposium with business leaders and experts? In this episode of Global Heartbeat podcast, Chinese academic and Adjunct Professor of Economics at Liaoning University Chen Bo shares his in-depth analysis of China's economic rebound with host Han Yong Hong. Hosted by Lianhe Zaobao’s Associate Editor, Han Yong Hong, Global Heartbeat is a Mandarin weekly news and current affairs podcast that is updated every Tuesday, 7.00 PM SGT. It is available on zaobao.sg, Apple Podcast, Google Podcasts, Spotify and other podcast platforms.

今年初的台湾大选中，在三角战的情况下以四成选票胜选的赖清德在5月20日宣誓就职，标志着台湾正式进入赖清德时代。 赖清德的就职演说延续蔡英文的说法，重申中华民国与中华人民共和国互不隶属。他对台湾的名称也做了进一步的论述。演讲中，赖清德也直接指中国威胁台湾，要求民众不能有幻想。 中国大陆国台办马上发文批评赖清德的讲话坚持顽固台独立场，大肆宣扬分裂谬论，充分暴露了其“台独工作者”的本性。 学者评论赖清德的就职演说，已经是若隐若现的台独。这会如何牵动两岸关系？美国在赖清德的表态中扮演什么角色？在赖清德就职后，台湾海峡将迎来什么局势？两岸风高浪急的时代来临了吗？ 这期的早报播客《东谈西论》，听主持人韩咏红和淡江大学荣誉教授、亚太和平研究基金会及远景基金会首席顾问赵春山分析台湾新任总统赖清德的就职演说。 延伸阅读： 马英九批赖清德就职演说：让两岸关系立刻面临不可预测风险 赖清德进一步阐述两岸互不隶属 强调台湾是民主世界MVP Lai Ching-te was sworn in as Taiwan's president on May 20 after winning the election with 40% of the vote in a three-way race. In his inaugural address, Lai reaffirmed that Taiwan and China are not subordinate to each other and directly addressed the threat from China, urging the public to remain vigilant. China's Taiwan Affairs Office swiftly condemned Lai's speech, accusing him of promoting pro-independence rhetoric. Scholars noted that Lai's speech subtly suggested a pro-independence stance, raising questions about the future of cross-strait relations and the role of the United States. Lai's inauguration signals potential heightened tensions in the Taiwan Strait. In this episode of Global Heartbeat podcast, host Han Yong Hong and Tamkang University’s Graduate Institute of China Studies Honorary Professor Chao Chun-Shan analyse the significance of Lai’s inaugural address. Hosted by Lianhe Zaobao’s Associate Editor, Han Yong Hong, Global Heartbeat is a Mandarin weekly news and current affairs podcast that is updated every Tuesday, 7.00 PM SGT. It is available on zaobao.sg, Apple Podcast, Google Podcasts, Spotify and other podcast platforms.

中国与菲律宾南中国海主权争议再次升温，两国最近又因为在南中国海仁爱礁（菲律宾称阿云津礁）搁浅的一艘破船，闹出录音门事件。 中国外交官员今年4月以来一再声称，中国曾经与菲律宾针对如何管控局势达成过君子协议、内部谅解以及新模式。之后，中国公布了一段两分钟的录音，证明菲律宾西部军区司令卡洛斯答应新模式。 但是，菲律宾外交部以及军方官员都否认有这样的协议。菲律宾国家安全顾问阿尼奥指责中国捏造假信息，甚至公开提出要驱逐中国驻菲律宾的外交官。 中国和菲律宾各执一词，到底谁在说谎？仁爱礁搁浅船只的运补争议，又会如何收场？ 这期的早报播客《东谈西论》，听主持人韩咏红和国际新闻组主任吴汉钧详细解析。 延伸阅读： 菲国安顾问要求驱逐涉通话录音事件中国外交官 下午察：防南中国海成“亚洲的乌克兰” The South China Sea dispute between China and the Philippines continues to escalate following an alleged phone leak.  Last week, a news report surfaced claiming a leak of the phone conversation between a Chinese diplomat and a Filipino admiral. The conversation reportedly involved the admiral agreeing to concessions with China over the South China Sea. Philippine Defence Minister Gilbert Teodoro said in a statement that his department was "not aware of, nor is it a party to, any internal agreement with China". Additionally, the Philippines' national security adviser Eduardo Ano called for the expulsion of Chinese diplomats.  In this episode of Global Heartbeat podcast, Lianhe Zaobao’s Second Foreign Editor (Southeast Asia) Ng Hon Kuan joins host Han Yong Hong to discuss the rising tensions between China and the Philippines in the South China Sea.   Hosted by Lianhe Zaobao’s Associate Editor, Han Yong Hong, Global Heartbeat is a Mandarin weekly news and current affairs podcast that is updated every Tuesday, 7.00 PM SGT. It is available on zaobao.sg, Apple Podcast, Google Podcasts, Spotify and other podcast platforms.

美国4月下旬开始爆发自越战以来最大规模的大学生示威。 由于同情巴勒斯坦人的遭遇并且不满校方和美国政府在以哈冲突中的表现，全美各地多所大学爆发示威浪潮，学生们在校园里安营扎寨，不肯离去，要求学校从支持以色列政府的企业撤资。 在校方报警后，纽约、洛杉矶等城市的警察5月1日强行进入学校清场。美国政治领导人不同情或支持学生，总统拜登还发表演讲谴责暴力示威是违法的。 这场学生的抗争还没有完全平息。激烈的示威活动，反映了美国社会什么问题？它又会对美国的政治，以及今年11月的美国总统大选产生什么影响? 这期的早报播客《东谈西论》，听主持人韩咏红和新加坡管理大学李光前商学院副教授傅方剑解析这场校园示威活动。 延伸阅读： 杜志远：美国校园示威凸显新思潮动向 韩咏红：美国校园示威中的社会对立 In late April, the United States witnessed its largest wave of student demonstrations since the Vietnam War.  Triggered by sympathy for the plight of Palestinians and dissatisfaction with the handling of the Israeli-Palestinian conflict by both university administrations and the US government, protests have sprung up at various universities across the nation. Students pitched tents and occupied buildings, demanding that universities cut financial ties with companies supporting the Israeli government. After the universities requested help, police officers entered the campuses to clear the encampments in cities such as New York and Los Angeles.  The protests have become a political flashpoint, with Biden condemning campus protest violence.  What are the broader societal issues reflected by the student demonstrations in the US? What is the impact of this unrest on US politics and the upcoming presidential election in November? In this episode of Global Heartbeat podcast, Associate Professor of Finance from the Singapore Management University’s Lee Kong Chian School of Business, Fu Fangjian, joins host Han Yong Hong to discuss the US campus protests. Hosted by Lianhe Zaobao’s Associate Editor, Han Yong Hong, Global Heartbeat is a Mandarin weekly news and current affairs podcast that is updated every Tuesday, 7.00 PM SGT. It is available on zaobao.sg, Apple Podcast, Google Podcasts, Spotify and other podcast platforms.

在短短一个月，越南接连发生两场高层地震。政坛第四号人物，国会主席王廷惠因为 “违反党员行为禁令”，在4月26日引咎辞职。此前的一个月，越南第二号人物，国家主席武文赏也因为违反了“党员严禁” 规定而辞职。第二和第四号人物纷纷倒台也代表越南政坛四大支柱接连倒了两根。 武文赏和王廷惠落马并非无迹可寻。在他们辞职的前几天，他们的前下属都因为腐败问题被警方逮捕。2023年1月，武文赏的前任、原越南国家主席阮春福也因为下属违规而辞职。 越南政治的四大支柱成了不断变化的走马灯，震撼各界。政治观察员指河内正陷入严重政治动荡。这是反腐败的成效，还是权力斗争？ 这期的早报播客《东谈西论》，听主持人韩咏红和新加坡尤索夫伊萨东南亚研究院访问研究员阮清江解析越南的政治动荡。 延伸阅读： 两年两国家主席辞职 越南政局动荡 反贪运动任重道远 吴俊刚：张美兰的故事 The recent resignations and arrests of high-ranking officials in Vietnam indicate a significant upheaval in the country’s political landscape, sending shockwaves across various sectors.  The chairman of Vietnam’s Parliament Vuong Dinh Hue resigned over his “violations and shortcomings” on April 26, just weeks after the high-profile resignation of the country’'s second-in-command, President Vo Van Thuong. In the days leading up to the resignations, their subordinates were also arrested by authorities on corruption charges.  Political analysts have warned that Hanoi is embroiled in serious political turmoil. On one hand, these developments could be interpreted as a sign of anti-corruption efforts gaining traction. However, they could also be symptomatic of power struggles within the ruling party.  In this episode of Global Heartbeat podcast, host Han Yong Hong and Visiting Senior Fellow at ISEAS – Yusof Ishak Institute Nguyen Thanh Giang discuss Vietnam’s deepening leadership crisis. Hosted by Lianhe Zaobao’s Associate Editor, Han Yong Hong, Global Heartbeat is a Mandarin weekly news and current affairs podcast that is updated every Tuesday, 7.00 PM SGT. It is available on zaobao.sg, Apple Podcast, Google Podcasts, Spotify and other podcast platforms.

中国国家主席、中共中央军委主席习近平4月19日向解放军新成立的信息支援部队授予军旗。这标志着信息支援部队，这个直属于中共中央军委的新兵种正式成立，原本的战略支援部队则撤销。习近平说，信息支援部队在推动解放军打赢现代战中地位重要，责任重大。 什么是信息支援部队？它将担负什么功能？中国解放军为何要推进这项军事体制改革？这与军队反腐败有没有关系？  中国解放军的装备近年有了长足的发展，在4月23日举办的海军建军七十五周年庆典又会有什么看点？ 这期的早报播客《东谈西论》，听主持人韩咏红和《联合早报》中国新闻资深高级记者于泽远分析中国军队的新改革。 延伸阅读： 于泽远：中国军队的新改革 菲律宾缺席中国海军论坛 张又侠：愿同当事国解决争端但不允许善意被滥用 Chinese President Xi Jinping recently presided over a significant military ceremony, where he awarded the military flag to the newly established Information Support Force of the People's Liberation Army (PLA). This move marks the formal inception of a new branch within the PLA, indicative of a reconfiguration in China's military structure. The Information Support Force, operating directly under the purview of the Central Military Commission of the Communist Party of China, replaces the former Strategic Support Force. President Xi underscored the pivotal role of this new force in modern warfare during the ceremony, highlighting its responsibility and importance in ensuring the PLA's success. The creation of the Information Support Force reflects China's ongoing efforts in military reforms and modernisation. Furthermore, the notable strides in the development and enhancement of equipment within the PLA in recent years embody China's progress in military technology and capabilities. The PLA Navy is celebrating its 75th anniversary this month, providing a platform to showcase its achievements and advancements. The occasion is poised to spotlight China's growing naval capabilities and its significance in the country's defence strategy. In this episode of Global Heartbeat podcast, host Han Yong Hong and Lianhe Zaobao’s China News Copy Editor Yu Zeyuan analyse the latest reforms in the Chinese military. Hosted by Lianhe Zaobao’s Associate Editor, Han Yong Hong, Global Heartbeat is a Mandarin weekly news and current affairs podcast that is updated every Tuesday, 7.00 PM SGT. It is available on zaobao.sg, Apple Podcast, Google Podcasts, Spotify and other podcast platforms.

韩国4月10日举行国会选举。总统尹锡悦所属的国民力量党惨败，在野力量大胜。在选举中，属于进步派的反对党共同民主党，在300个议席中拿下了175个席位，再加上其他反对党的斩获，在野阵营一共掌握了192席。相比之下执政的保守阵营只获得108个席位。 这次选举也创下了67%的投票率，是32年来的最高纪录。选举前朝野都全力动员，将这次选举塑造为对对手的审判，这也加剧了社会的严重对立。 如今面对民意的反扑，尹锡悦下来三年会继续面对跛脚的局面。这对他的施政会产生什么影响？本身也官司缠身的反对党党首李在明会弹劾尹锡悦吗？ 这期的早报播客《东谈西论》，听主持人韩咏红和《联合早报》首尔通讯员姜贵瑛解析尹锡悦在国会选举中惨败的原因。 延伸阅读： 姜贵瑛：尹锡悦“期中考”面临严峻考验 王庆民：韩国国会选举翻转尹锡悦优势 South Korea’s President Yoon Suk-yeol suffered a major defeat in the parliamentary elections on April 10. The progressive opposition Democratic Party clinched a landslide victory, securing 175 out of 300 seats, while the opposition coalition seized 192 seats. In stark contrast, Mr Yoon’s People Power Party (PPP) only managed to secure 108 seats. Notably, voter turnout surged to 67%, marking the highest participation rate in 32 years. The intense campaign leading up to the elections saw both ruling and opposition factions fiercely framing the contest as a trial of their adversaries, exacerbating social tensions. The election result has left Mr Yoon facing the prospect of becoming a lame-duck president for the remaining three years in office. How will the electoral setback affect his ability to push through policies? On the other hand, will the scandal-plagued opposition leader Lee Jae-myung pursue impeachment proceedings against Mr Yoon?  In this episode of Global Heartbeat podcast, Lianhe Zaobao’s Seoul Correspondent Kang Gwi Young explains the reasons behind the heavy defeat of South Korea's ruling party in the recent election. Hosted by Lianhe Zaobao’s Associate Editor, Han Yong Hong, Global Heartbeat is a Mandarin weekly news and current affairs podcast that is updated every Tuesday, 7.00 PM SGT. It is available on zaobao.sg, Apple Podcast, Google Podcasts, Spotify and other podcast platforms.

时隔九年，中国大陆国家主席习近平以及台湾前总统马英九再次见面，地点是北京人民大会堂东大厅。马英九虽已卸任，无官职在身，但仍受到北京超高规格的接待。 这是马英九第二次访问大陆。他率领的“大九学堂”台湾青年学子在4月1日启程，从台湾前往广东、陕西与北京。途中马英九多次动情。他在参观孙中山故居、到黄花岗七十二烈士墓园献花、公祭黄帝谈到“炎黄子孙的骄傲”、在万里长城唱抗日歌曲时都忍不住哽咽。 此行的高潮是4月10日下午他与习近平的会见。  马英九还口误，将文字稿中的中华民族念成了中华民国。 习马二会释放了什么信息？马英九在会面中是真口误还是假口误？在台湾民进党继续执政的现实中，国共两党强调民族认同与九二共识，能改变什么？ 这期的早报播客《东谈西论》，听主持人韩咏红和联合早报驻台北记者缪宗翰解析习马二会释放的信息。 延伸阅读： 睽违九年习近平马英九北京再会面 学者点评：两岸当前刺骨寒风中的一股暖流 习马二会马英九开场谈话全文 Chinese President Xi Jinping held rare talks with former Taiwanese president Ma Ying-jeou in Beijing on April 10. It is the first time a former leader of Taiwan has been hosted by China's top leader in Beijing, since the Kuomintang fled to Taipei in 1949. It is also the first meeting between the two men since their landmark summit in Singapore in 2015.  Ma, who was travelling in a personal capacity, called this trip a “journey of peace”. In his opening remarks, Ma made a blunder by referring to the "Chinese nation" as "Republic of China". Was Ma's slip of the tongue intentional? Did the meeting resolve differences between Beijing and Taipei?  In this episode of Global Heartbeat podcast, Lianhe Zaobao’s Taipei correspondent Zong-Han Miaw joins host Han Yong Hong to discuss the second Xi-Ma meeting and its impact on the cross-strait ties.  Hosted by Lianhe Zaobao’s Associate Editor, Han Yong Hong, Global Heartbeat is a Mandarin weekly news and current affairs podcast that is updated every Tuesday, 7.00 PM SGT. It is available on zaobao.sg, Apple Podcast, Google Podcasts, Spotify and other podcast platforms.

美国财政部长耶伦4月初将访问中国。出发前，耶伦先发制人，在美国乔治亚州发表演讲时指责中国对电动车、锂电池和光伏产品进行大量补贴，形成了过剩产能，扭曲了国际市场价格，最终伤害了美国企业与美国工人的利益，还损害了世界经济的韧性。 什么叫过剩产能？中国的过剩产能为何在此刻成为中美贸易摩擦的最新来源？ 这期的早报播客《东谈西论》，听主持人韩咏红和新加坡管理大学李光前商学院副教授傅方剑解析耶伦对中国提出过剩产能这个问题，目的是什么？ 延伸阅读： 韩咏红：耶伦向中国过剩产能发难 杨丹旭：中国经济寒冬难熬？ US Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen is planning to visit China this month. Last Wednesday, during a visit to a solar cell manufacturing plant in the state of Georgia, Yellen said that she intends to warn China about the negative effects of Beijing’s subsidies for its clean energy industries, including electric vehicles, lithium-ion batteries and solar panels.   "I will convey my belief that excess capacity poses risks not only to American workers and firms and to the global economy, but also productivity and growth in the Chinese economy,” she said.   What does Yellen mean by “excess capacity” and why is the US raising this issue now?  In this episode of Global Heartbeat podcast, Associate Professor of Finance from the Singapore Management University’s Lee Kong Chian School of Business, Fu Fangjian, joins host Han Yong Hong to discuss Yellen’s trip to China and her recent remarks concerning China’s subsidies for its clean energy industries.  Hosted by Lianhe Zaobao’s Associate Editor, Han Yong Hong, Global Heartbeat is a Mandarin weekly news and current affairs podcast that is updated every Tuesday, 7.00 PM SGT. It is available on zaobao.sg, Apple Podcast, Google Podcasts, Spotify and other podcast platforms.

俄罗斯首都莫斯科近郊的 “番红花城市大厅” 音乐厅 (Crocus City Hall) 星期五发生恐怖袭击。这是俄罗斯20年来最严重的恐怖袭击，至今已造成137人死亡，100多人受伤。 事发后，乌克兰迅速否认与恐袭有任何牵连，极端组织伊斯兰国（ISIS）则宣布是自己发动了这次袭击。美国也声称这起恐袭是由极端组织伊斯兰国的阿富汗分支 (ISIS-K) 干案。而俄罗斯官员却是把矛头指向乌克兰，指恐怖分子和乌克兰有联系。中国网民则质疑，这起事件是美国在幕后指使。 俄罗斯音乐厅恐袭事件引发了一系列阴谋论，谁是莫斯科音乐厅恐袭事件的幕后黑手？这起事件背后还有哪些谜团待解？它又会对俄罗斯与乌克兰的战争带来什么影响？这期的早报播客《东谈西论》，听主持人韩咏红和《联合早报》中国新闻资深高级记者于泽远分析。 延伸阅读： 于泽远：莫斯科遭恐袭搅动中国舆论 【早知】ISIS-K为何袭击俄罗斯？ The attack on a Moscow concert hall last Friday was the deadliest in Russia for two decades, resulting in 137 fatalities and over 100 injuries as of Sunday afternoon.  In the aftermath of the tragedy, the Islamic State in Iraq and Syria (ISIS) group claimed responsibility for the attack while Ukraine promptly denied involvement. The United States confirmed ISIS’ claim, attributing the attack to the Afghan branch known as the ISIS-Khorasan (ISIS-K). However, Russia asserts a link between the terrorists and Ukraine. Meanwhile, Chinese netizens have questioned the United States’ involvement.  In this episode of Global Heartbeat podcast, host Han Yong Hong and Lianhe Zaobao’s China News Copy Editor Yu Zeyuan analyse who was behind the attack and the motive behind it as well as the implications for the Russia-Ukraine war.   Hosted by Lianhe Zaobao’s Associate Editor, Han Yong Hong, Global Heartbeat is a Mandarin weekly news and current affairs podcast that is updated every Tuesday, 7.00 PM SGT. It is available on zaobao.sg, Apple Podcast, Google Podcasts, Spotify and other podcast platforms.

美国众议院上个星期以352票对65票的压倒性多数，通过了一项法案，要求中国科技企业字节跳动在180天内出售旗下的社交媒体TikTok，否则TikTok就会在美国遭到封禁。 支持这项法案的美国议员认为，TikTok掌握大量美国人的资讯，而这些资讯最终都会被中国共产党利用。也有人指责TikTok利用美国的少年儿童用户作为政治筹码。 如今TikTok的命运已经从众议院转到参议院，而总统拜登也表示，如果参议院也通过这项法案，他就会签署使这项法案成为法律。 美国政客要强制中国企业卖出TikTok，他们的要求合理吗？TikTok下一步的命运会是什么？即将到来的美国总统大选会对TikTok的结局带来什么影响？ 这期的早报播客《东谈西论》，听主持人韩咏红和新加坡管理大学李光前商学院副教授傅方剑解析TikTok在美国的下场会如何？  延伸阅读： 韩咏红：看中美恶斗再升级 下午察：善变的特朗普救得了TikTok？ Last week, the US House of Representatives overwhelmingly passed a bill that would mandate ByteDance, TikTok’s Chinese owner, to sell the popular short video app within 180 days or face a potential ban in the US. The bill, which passed with a vote of 352-65, is now headed to the Senate. The US lawmakers have expressed their concerns about ByteDance’s ties to the Chinese government, which could reportedly demand access to the personal data of TikTok’s millions of US users. Leading up to the vote, the representatives’ offices experienced a surge in calls from TikTok users opposing the legislation, with several dozens rallying outside the Capitol to show their support for the app. There are allegations that TikTok is exploiting its young American user base for political ends.    Are the demands of US politicians reasonable? What happens next for TikTok?   President Joe Biden has said that he would sign the bill if Congress passes it. How will the outcome of the TikTok bill be influenced by the upcoming US presidential election? In this episode of Global Heartbeat podcast, Associate Professor of Finance from the Singapore Management University’s Lee Kong Chian School of Business, Fu Fangjian, talks about TikTok’s fate in the US. Hosted by Lianhe Zaobao’s Associate Editor, Han Yong Hong, Global Heartbeat is a Mandarin weekly news and current affairs podcast that is updated every Tuesday, 7.00 PM SGT. It is available on zaobao.sg, Apple Podcast, Google Podcasts, Spotify and other podcast platforms.

安静保守的马来村庄突然出现一家时尚女性内衣店，会发生什么事？由新加坡和马来西亚电影人合拍的电影《辣露娜》（La Luna）就是用喜剧的方式，展示了现代女性意识与宗教保守思想之间的微妙冲突。 电影今年2月9日在Netflix平台上线后大受欢迎，却在马来西亚回教社会掀起千层浪。 《辣露娜》反映了马来回教社群怎样的焦虑？面对全球化与西化的趋势，传统的马来社群有什么不安和反弹？个人自由与传统的冲突又应该怎么处理、怎么去平衡？ 这期的早报播客《东谈西论》，听主持人韩咏红和马来西亚独立评论员及《联合早报》特约撰稿人林宏祥解析为何《辣露娜》会在马来西亚回教社会掀起千层浪。 延伸阅读： 对新马影视业感兴趣 古天乐投资现成马来语喜剧片 La Luna has faced criticism in Malaysia for allegedly insulting Islam and promoting soft pornography after it was released on the streaming platform Netflix in February. Although the film premiered in local cinemas last November, the controversies surrounding the Singapore-Malaysia co-production only emerged when it gained popularity globally and topped the charts on Netflix. Directed by Singaporean director M Raihan Halim, the Malay-language comedy tells the story of a city girl opening a lingeries store in a conservative village, portraying clashes between feminism and conservatism through humour.  How does La Luna reflect the anxieties within the Muslim community in Malaysia? In the era of globalisation, what insecurities and resistance do traditional Malay communities experience? How should the conflicts between personal freedom and tradition be navigated and balanced? In this episode of Global Heartbeat podcast, host Han Yong Hong and Malaysia’s independent political commentator Lim Hong Siang share their thoughts on how La Luna has highlighted the conflict between modernisation and religion. Hosted by Lianhe Zaobao’s Associate Editor, Han Yong Hong, Global Heartbeat is a Mandarin weekly news and current affairs podcast that is updated every Tuesday, 7.00 PM SGT. It is available on zaobao.sg, Apple Podcast, Google Podcasts, Spotify and other podcast platforms.

中国总理李强3月5日在一年一度的两会上公布中国今年的经济增长预期目标是5%左右。这个具有雄心的目标，显示中国有信心继续保持中高速的经济增长。中国也要发展新质生产力、培育新兴产业和未来产业，包括新能源汽车、新材料、生物制造、商业航天、量子技术、生命科学等。 然而两会开幕前，全国人大宣布今年的两会不再举行总理记者会，打破了一个三十多年的惯例。消息一出，除了引起各方震惊，也削弱了各方对政府工作报告的关注。 中国为什么不再举行总理记者会？这个决定引起了什么批评？市场如何看待政府工作报告里提出的经济政策？5%左右的经济增长目标可能达标吗？ 这期的早报播客《东谈西论》，听主持人韩咏红、华侨银行大中华区研究主管谢栋铭及《联合早报》中国新闻资深高级记者于泽远解析中国两会。 延伸阅读： 于泽远：中国为何不再举行总理记者会？ 杨丹旭：熟悉的两会不同了 Chinese Premier Li Qiang unveiled China's economic growth target of around 5% for 2024 during the annual meetings of the National People’s Congress (NPC) and the Chinese People’s Political Consultative Conference (CPPCC), collectively known as the “two sessions” or “liang hui” in Chinese. This ambitious growth target reflects China's confidence in sustaining a moderately high-speed economic growth. The country aims to develop ‘new quality productive forces’ and emerging industries, spanning new energy vehicles, new materials, bio-manufacturing, commercial space exploration, quantum technology, and life sciences. However, ahead of the “two sessions”, the NPC announced that it would scrap the premier's annual press conference, ending a tradition maintained for three decades. This unexpected announcement surprised many and diverted attention from the government work report. Why did China decide to discontinue the premier's post-parliament press conference? What criticisms surround this decision? How does the market perceive the economic policies outlined in the Chinese government work report, and can the economic growth target be achieved?  In this episode of Global Heartbeat podcast, host Han Yong Hong invites Tommy Xie, Head of Greater China Research & Strategy at OCBC Bank and Lianhe Zaobao’s China News Copy Editor Yu Zeyuan to share their insights on China’s ‘two sessions’ this year. Hosted by Lianhe Zaobao’s Associate Editor, Han Yong Hong, Global Heartbeat is a Mandarin weekly news and current affairs podcast that is updated every Tuesday, 7.00 PM SGT. It is available on zaobao.sg, Apple Podcast, Google Podcasts, Spotify and other podcast platforms.

2月14日福建厦门与金门之间发生一起翻船事件，造成两个大陆渔民死亡。事发至今还无法了结。 台湾海巡署称，载有四人的大陆渔船当天违规越界进入台湾的禁限制水域，在被台湾巡逻艇拦截时，不慎翻覆才导致两个大陆渔民死亡。但是随着更多具体情节流出，外界才知道，台湾巡逻艇的船头原来曾经撞到大陆渔船的船尾。台湾海巡署又声称当时来不及录像，所以没有录像证据。 这起事件的众多疑窦让大陆网民群起激愤。大陆海警船、渔政船也开始在厦门与金门之间的水域进行常态化巡逻，两岸的紧张局势升高。这起意外，要如何善了？ 这期的早报播客《东谈西论》，听主持人韩咏红、《联合早报》中国新闻资深高级记者于泽远及台北特派员温伟中解析金门翻船事件。 延伸阅读： 金门渔民：野生黄鱼应节价飙 大陆渔民经常越界捕捞 韩咏红：金门翻船让大陆反切香肠推“行政统一” Tensions continue to escalate between China and Taiwan after a Chinese boat capsized near Kinmen on February 14, resulting in the death of two crew members. Kinmen is an island administered by Taipei but located just 5km from the mainland city of Xiamen.  The vessel, carrying four Chinese nationals, was pursued by the Taiwanese coast guard for intruding into prohibited waters. The two surviving Chinese fishermen were detained and deported back to mainland China a week after the incident. As more details emerged, public indignation grew. The fishermen claimed that their boat capsized because the Taiwanese coast guard’s patrol boat had collided with it. Taiwan’s Coast Guard Administration (CGA) subsequently admitted to collisions and stated it was unable to record video evidence of the incident.  Following the fatal incident, Beijing stepped up patrols around Taiwan’s waters. China claims Taiwan as part of its territory, and has never renounced the use of force to try to bring the self-ruled island under its control. In this episode of Global Heartbeat podcast, host Han Yong Hong invites Lianhe Zaobao’s China News Copy Editor Yu Zeyuan and Taipei correspondent Woon Wei Jong to dissect how the Kinmen boat incident may affect cross-strait relations. Hosted by Lianhe Zaobao’s Associate Editor, Han Yong Hong, Global Heartbeat is a Mandarin weekly news and current affairs podcast that is updated every Tuesday, 7.00 PM SGT. It is available on zaobao.sg, Apple Podcast, Google Podcasts, Spotify and other podcast platforms.

今年2月4日，世界球王梅西所属的迈阿密国际足球俱乐部到香港参加表演赛，门票一早被抢购一空，还有中国内地球迷专程飞到香港看梅西。结果梅西完全没下场。比赛结束时，不满的观众大声喝倒彩，要求退票。这件事在香港引起轩然大波。梅西被质疑故意让香港难堪。 一波未平一波又起，一个多星期后，著名经济学家、摩根士丹利前亚洲区主席罗奇又在报章上撰文称：香港玩完了。罗奇的的证据是：1997年7月1日香港回归当天，香港恒生指数收盘1万6000点。如今，恒指也差不多是这个水平，等于回到原点。 过去几年，香港已经很少有让人乐观的新闻。香港玩完了，这是真的，还是国际舆论再次合力“唱衰”香港？这颗东方之珠要怎么重现昔日光彩？ 这期的早报播客《东谈西论》，听主持人韩咏红和香港城市大学法学院教授、中国法与比较法研究中心主任王江雨从罗奇的撰文和梅西事件谈香港到底怎么了？ 延伸阅读： 梅西：香港未登场与政治因素无关 李玉林：“梅西事件”照出了什么？ Lionel Messi’ failure to play in the much-hyped friendly match sparked outrage in Hong Kong. The controversy intensified when the Argentinian football star took part in a match in Tokyo a few days later. The organiser of the ill-fated match in Hong Kong, said it would offer refunds of 50% in face of harsh criticisms from the Hong Kong government and football fans. Chinese state media and Hong Kong legislators have suggested that the debacle was a politically motivated snub. About a week later, Stephen Roach, a renowned economist and former chair of Morgan Stanley Asia wrote in a Financial Times commentary: “It pains me to admit it, but Hong Kong is now over.” He mentioned that the Hang Seng Index has been basically flat since the handover to China in 1997, and pointed out that the former British colony had the world’s worst-performing major stock market in the last 25 years. The Hang Seng index last month dropped below the 15,000-point mark, a return to levels not seen since 1997.     .  Confronted by dwindling optimism and international scepticism, what can Hong Kong do to regain its former glory? In this episode of Global Heartbeat podcast, host Han Yong Hong invites Professor Wang Jiang Yu from the City University of Hong Kong School of Law to weigh in on these issues and explore the implications for Hong Kong's future. Hosted by Lianhe Zaobao’s Associate Editor, Han Yong Hong, Global Heartbeat is a Mandarin weekly news and current affairs podcast that is updated every Tuesday, 7.00 PM SGT. It is available on zaobao.sg, Apple Podcast, Google Podcasts, Spotify and other podcast platforms.

世界第四人口大国印度尼西亚将在2月14日举行五年一次的全国大选。在印尼2亿7000万人口中，有大约2亿名合格选民。他们将在三组候选人中，也就是国防部长普拉博沃、前雅加达特区首长阿尼斯及前中爪哇省省长甘查尔之中，选出他们心仪的候选人。 现任总统佐科不是候选人之一，但是他的影子却在这次选举中处处可见。佐科36岁的儿子吉布兰这次与普拉博沃搭档参选副总统。有人认为佐科在打造王朝政治。他为什么要这样做？以支持民主的形象上台的佐科是否晚节不保？ 这期的早报播客《东谈西论》，听主持人韩咏红和著名印尼问题专家，新加坡尤索夫伊萨东南亚研究院资深访问研究员，南洋理工大学拉惹勒南国际研究院兼任教授廖建裕解析印尼总统大选。 延伸阅读： 廖建裕：辩论会后的印尼总统选举 国际特稿：印尼总统选举酝酿合纵连横 普拉博沃力拼一击即中 In what has been termed the world’s biggest election to be held in a day, approximately 205 million Indonesians are eligible to vote for their next president and vice-president on February 14. The voters will also choose their executive and legislative representatives at all administrative levels across the world's fourth most populous nation. The three pairs of candidates vying for president and vice-president include the defence minister Prabowo Subianto, former governor of Jakarta Anies Baswedan, and former Central Java governor Ganjar Pranowo.   Incumbent president Joko Widodo, popularly known as Jokowi, is constitutionally barred from seeking a third term. However, Mr Widodo’s influence is evident throughout this election. His eldest son, Gibran Rakabuming Raka, 36, is running for vice-president alongside Mr Prabowo. Dynastic politics has been the subject of debate and dominated the headlines, with some accusing Mr Widodo of attempting to retain his influence after leaving office. What are his intentions? Has he overplayed his hand? In this episode of Global Heartbeat podcast, Dr Leo Suryadinata, Senior Visiting Fellow at ISEAS-Yusof Ishak Institute and Professor (Adj.) at S. Rajaratnam School of International Studies at Nanyang Technological University, takes a deep dive into the upcoming Indonesia election with host Han Yong Hong.  Hosted by Lianhe Zaobao’s Associate Editor, Han Yong Hong, Global Heartbeat is a Mandarin weekly news and current affairs podcast that is updated every Tuesday, 7.00 PM SGT. It is available on zaobao.sg, Apple Podcast, Google Podcasts, Spotify and other podcast platforms.

以色列和哈马斯之间的冲突持续影响中东地区。战火已经从加沙蔓延到也门、黎巴嫩、叙利亚、伊拉克、伊朗、巴基斯坦，在中东周边遍地开花。 从去年11月开始，以也门为基地的胡赛武装组织不断袭击和威胁穿行红海的货船。军事威胁导致苏伊士运河这条国际重要航道的运输量在过去两个月里大减四成。 中东危机正在朝向大规模冲突演变。美国和伊朗在濒临直接交战吗？ 这期的早报播客《东谈西论》，听主持人韩咏红和台湾文化大学政治系教授王顺文深入分析中东和红海的局势。 延伸阅读： 分析：红海危机对供应链破坏大于冠病疫情初期 社论：红海危机威胁全球经济 The reverberations of the Israel-Hamas conflict continue to be felt across the Middle East, spreading from Gaza to Yemen, Lebanon, Syria, Iraq, Iran and Pakistan with tensions escalating in the region.  Since November 2023, the Yemen-based rebel group Houthi has been attacking and threatening commercial ships in the Red Sea. These military threats have resulted in a 40% reduction in shipping through the Suez Canal, a vital global waterway, over the last two months. The Middle East crisis is heading towards a potential large-scale conflict. Is the United States on the brink of direct confrontation with Iran?  In this episode of Global Heartbeat podcast, Professor Wang Shun-wen from the Department of Political Science at Chinese Culture University in Taiwan shares his insights on the situation in the Middle East and the Red Sea.  Hosted by Lianhe Zaobao’s Associate Editor, Han Yong Hong, Global Heartbeat is a Mandarin weekly news and current affairs podcast that is updated every Tuesday, 7.00 PM SGT. It is available on zaobao.sg, Apple Podcast, Google Podcasts, Spotify and other podcast platforms.

美国共和党党内初选1月15日开跑。前总统特朗普旗开得胜，赢得艾奥瓦州初选。在共和党内所有参选人之中，特朗普民意的支持度高达六成。他的民调和现任总统拜登也不相上下。随着他在共和党内的主要竞争对手罗恩·德桑蒂斯宣布退选，特朗普很可能再次代表共和党和拜登一较高下。 英国《经济学人》杂志警告，特朗普是 2024年世界的最大危险。欧洲中央银行行长克里斯蒂娜·拉加德也表示如果特朗普当选美国总统，对欧洲是个威胁。特朗普卷土重来，引起大家的担忧。他们到底在害怕什么？ 这期的早报播客《东谈西论》，听主持人韩咏红和新加坡管理大学李光前商学院副教授傅方剑深入分析特朗普再当选的“优”与“忧”。 延伸阅读： 韩咏红：特朗普阴影笼罩2024年 金建国：拜登竞选之路崎岖不平 Former President Donald Trump made a triumphant start in his re-election bid by securing a resounding win in the first 2024 Republican presidential contest in Iowa, solidifying his front-runner status in the party. With his main rival, Ron DeSantis, dropping out of the race, Trump looks set to represent the Republican Party in a rematch with the current US President Joe Biden. The Economist asserts that Trump presents the “biggest danger” to the world in 2024. European Central Bank (ECB) President Christine Lagarde has also stated that a re-election of Trump as US president would represent a "threat" for Europe. In this episode of Global Heartbeat podcast, Associate Professor of Finance from the Singapore Management University’s Lee Kong Chian School of Business, Fu Fangjian, weighs the pros and cons of a second Trump presidency.  Hosted by Lianhe Zaobao’s Associate Editor, Han Yong Hong, Global Heartbeat is a Mandarin weekly news and current affairs podcast that is updated every Tuesday, 7.00 PM SGT. It is available on zaobao.sg, Apple Podcast, Google Podcasts, Spotify and other podcast platforms.

2024年台湾总统选举已经在1月13日落幕。民进党籍的候选人赖清德以四成选票在三角战中胜出。 迎接赖清德的绝非坦途。民进党失去了立法院多数优势，他将是一个弱势总统，领导一个弱势政府，面对来自内外的压力。美国总统拜登在第一时间就直言，美国不支持台独。南太平洋岛国瑙鲁也在两天内宣布与台湾断交，与中国大陆建交。 在这次选举前，北京已经将赖清德定性为台独顽固份子，并且警告如果赖清德当选，两岸将风高浪急。这次选举后，台海两岸的关系会出现怎样的新局？陆美台三方互动又会怎样影响台湾的发展以及亚太和平？ 这期的早报播客《东谈西论》，听主持人韩咏红和淡江大学荣誉教授、亚太和平研究基金会及遠景基金会首席顾问赵春山详细解析。 延伸阅读： 分析：新总统520就职前北京将加大对台军事与经济施压 于泽远：赖清德上台将引发台海战争？ The presidential candidate of Taiwan’s ruling Democratic Progressive Party (DPP), William Lai Ching-te, secured victory in the election on Jan 13, winning 40.1 percent of the vote in a three-way race.  Challenges loom for the newly elected leader. With the DPP losing its majority in the legislature, Mr Lai will face difficulties passing policies or setting the agenda. Shortly after the election, US President Joe Biden emphasised that the United States does not support Taiwan’s independence. Additionally, one of Taiwan’s remaining diplomatic allies, the Pacific Islands nation of Nauru, announced it was breaking ties with the island in favour of China, just days after the election. In the lead-up to the election, China repeatedly labelled Mr Lai as a dangerous separatist, warning that a win for the independence-leaning DPP’s candidate would pose a danger to relations. How will the outcome of Taiwan’s election impact cross-strait relations? How will the interactions among Mainland China, Taiwan and the US influence peace and stability in the Asia-Pacific region?         In this episode of Global Heartbeat podcast, host Han Yong Hong and Tamkang University’s Graduate Institute of China Studies Honorary Professor Chao Chun-Shan discuss Lai’s win and its impact on cross-straits relations. Hosted by Lianhe Zaobao’s Associate Editor, Han Yong Hong, Global Heartbeat is a Mandarin weekly news and current affairs podcast that is updated every Tuesday, 7.00 PM SGT. It is available on zaobao.sg, Apple Podcast, Google Podcasts, Spotify and other podcast platforms.

2023年的最后一个星期，中国一口气查处了11名军方高级将领，包括中国火箭军的两名前司令员、两名前副司令员、中国空军的原司令员等多名高层。这是继十月国防部长李尚福被免职后，中国再次展示出强烈的整军动作。 几乎同一时间，中国三大特大军事工业国有企业，中国航天科技集团、中国兵器工业集团及中国航天科工集团的高层也纷纷出事。 中国火箭军以及军工企业高层人员密集出事意味着什么？这对中国解放军的战斗力会造成什么冲击？原海军司令董军在十二月底接任国防部长又对外传达了什么信息？ 这期的早报播客《东谈西论》，听主持人韩咏红和《联合早报》中国新闻资深高级记者于泽远解析强烈反腐对中国战力的影响力。 延伸阅读： 于泽远：一辈子犯了五辈子的罪 于泽远：中国军队反腐令人震撼 China concluded 2023 with a sweeping military purge, investigating 11 senior military officials, including former commanders and vice-commanders of the People’s Liberation Army’s (PLA) Rocket Force as well as the former Air Force chief. The latest purge followed the dismissal of Defence Minister Li Shangfu in October, indicating a strong commitment to military reforms. Simultaneously, top executives of China's three major state-owned military-industrial enterprises—China Aerospace Science and Technology Corporation, China Ordnance Industries Group Corporation Limited (or Norinco Group), and China Aerospace Science and Industry Corporation—are also under investigation. In this episode of Global Heartbeat podcast, host Han Yong Hong and Lianhe Zaobao’s China News Copy Editor Yu Zeyuan discuss the impact of China’s anti-corruption efforts on its military strength. Hosted by Lianhe Zaobao’s Associate Editor, Han Yong Hong, Global Heartbeat is a Mandarin weekly news and current affairs podcast that is updated every Tuesday, 7.00 PM SGT. It is available on zaobao.sg, Apple Podcast, Google Podcasts, Spotify and other podcast platforms.

震惊天下、改写国际地缘政治格局的俄乌战争已经持续了接近两年。俄乌战争举世瞩目，但外界对于乌克兰的真实情况还是知之甚少。  2023年11月，《联合早报》记者再次踏上旅途，这次是进入乌克兰首都基辅以及饱受战火摧残的布查、敖德萨等城市，观察乌克兰民众如何在烽火中生活？他们怎么坚持继续抗战？面对强大俄罗斯军队，乌克兰又是如何以小博大？ 在纷乱的世界中，一场又一场的战争占据了我们的视线。但是我们没有遗忘还在受苦的人们。 这期的早报播客《东谈西论》，随主持人韩咏红和《联合早报》中国新闻副主任沈泽玮一起再探乌克兰战争之谜。 延伸阅读： 俄乌之战关键武器 无人机改写战争模式 乌克兰“铁人”部队死守生命线 The Russia-Ukraine war has persisted for nearly two years, but the truth about the conflict remains shrouded in mystery. Lianhe Zaobao follows up with exclusive reports after visiting Ukraine's capital, Kyiv, as well as cities such as Bucha and Odessa that bear the indelible scars of warfare. How are Ukrainians navigating their lives amid the conflagration? What is fueling their ongoing resistance against the formidable Russian forces? In a world beset by tumultuous conflicts, it is imperative not to lose sight of the people enduring immense hardship due to wars. In this episode of the Global Heartbeat podcast, host Han Yong Hong invites Lianhe Zaobao’s Associate China News Editor, Sim Tze Wei, to share her journey to Ukraine in November 2023 and discuss the enigma of the conflict. Hosted by Lianhe Zaobao’s Associate Editor, Han Yong Hong, Global Heartbeat is a Mandarin weekly news and current affairs podcast that is updated every Tuesday, 7.00 PM SGT. It is available on zaobao.sg, Apple Podcast, Google Podcasts, Spotify and other podcast platforms.

今年11月底，一名马来西亚青年在社交媒体Tiktok上发表短视频，悬赏五百万元马币，暗杀首相安华。 安华所属的公正党青年团署理团长莫哈末卡米尔向警方报案。他谴责这是公然对安华发出死亡威胁，并且表示马来西亚有必要控制这类煽动情绪的仇恨言论。 悬赏杀首相或者公开诅咒政治人物，这只是网民的一种游戏，是逞一时的口舌之快，还是在埋藏对立、仇恨的种子？在朝野竞争激烈、族群分化的马来西亚，仇恨言论正越来越普遍，它已经发展成为仇恨政治了吗？ 这期的早报播客《东谈西论》，听主持人韩咏红和马来西亚独立评论员及《联合早报》特约撰稿人林宏祥解析马来西亚仇恨政治这个话题的来龙去脉。 延伸阅读： 从诅咒政敌到悬赏杀首相 1980年代仇恨政治或重演 政策越趋保守 安华就是“绿潮”？ Last month, a Malaysian man uploaded a video to TikTok offering a RM5 million (S$1.7 million) bounty for the assassination of Malaysian Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim. A police report was lodged against the individual by a youth member of the Malaysian premier’s party Parti Keadilan Rakyat, Mr Mohamad Shazrin Ezam. He condemned the video as a blatant death threat against Anwar and emphasised the need for Malaysia to control such hate speech that incites emotions. Investigations found that the 34-year-old suspect was new to TikTok and believed to have posted the video for fun. Intentional or otherwise, the video has raised the issue of hate politics in Malaysia. Is hate speech becoming increasingly common in a country marked by intense political competition and ethnic divisions? Has hate speech evolved into a form of hate politics? In this episode of Global Heartbeat podcast, host Han Yong Hong and Malaysia’s independent political commentator Lim Hong Siang share their thoughts on Malaysia’s political polarisation and the use of hate speech. Hosted by Lianhe Zaobao’s Associate Editor, Han Yong Hong, Global Heartbeat is a Mandarin weekly news and current affairs podcast that is updated every Tuesday, 7.00 PM SGT. It is available on zaobao.sg, Apple Podcast, Google Podcasts, Spotify and other podcast platforms.

近半年来，志愿到各个寺庙去当义工的中国年轻人明显增多。“在上学和上班之间”，一些其实原本没有强烈宗教信仰的年轻人，选择了“上山”，那是为什么？ 不同寺庙有不同安排。有的让你当随喜义工, 只做一天。 有的则需要你当常住义工，可能得住在寺庙几个星期到几个月。 到寺庙上香拜佛的年轻人人数也暴增。有些寺庙收到的参访订单里， 二三十岁的年轻人就占了一半。 中国青年到寺庙去是为了什么？他们又找到了什么？ 这期的早报播客《东谈西论》，听主持人韩咏红和《联合早报》深圳特派员林煇智解析为何中国青年要到寺庙当义工。 延伸阅读： 特稿：中国年轻人涌入寺庙做义工 从不如意现实生活中求解脱 下午察：中国年轻人爱上了买彩票 More young people are volunteering at temples in China. Some choose to volunteer their services for a day while others stay within the temple premises for weeks or even months. The number of visitors and worshippers in their 20s and 30s at temples has also increased, constituting almost half of the total daily visitors. Why are young Chinese drawn to temples? Is it an escape from reality or simply a weekend retreat for them? In this episode of Global Heartbeat podcast, host Han Yong Hong and Lianhe Zaobao’s Shenzhen-based correspondent Daryl Lim discuss the reasons behind the surge in the number of young people volunteering at temples in China. Hosted by Lianhe Zaobao’s Associate Editor, Han Yong Hong, Global Heartbeat is a Mandarin weekly news and current affairs podcast that is updated every Tuesday, 7.00 PM SGT. It is available on zaobao.sg, Apple Podcast, Google Podcasts, Spotify and other podcast platforms.

说到马来西亚，一般人可能马上想到吉隆坡、马六甲、槟城，这些城市都在西马。隔着南中国海，马来西亚在东边还另有天地。 马来西亚 33万平方公里的国土，西部是马来半岛，简称西马，有11个州，首都吉隆坡就在西马。东部位于加里曼丹岛北部，简称东马。沙拉越和沙巴就在东马。 马来西亚是自 1957年脱离英国殖民地以后独立。东马则是在 1963年才加入，成了马来西亚联邦。东西马被海洋分割，族群、宗教、文化与经济发展程度都存在一定差异。 两边人民是如何看待彼此？东西马有没有分裂的风险？近年的马来西亚政治局势变化又如何提高了东马的政治地位？ 这期的早报播客《东谈西论》，听主持人韩咏红和《联合早报》吉隆坡特派员萧郡瑜探讨西马人眼里的东马。 延伸阅读： 马国特稿：枪弹破坏或可重建 苏禄军入侵沙巴10年伤痕难抚平 中国游客为何钟爱“危险区”仙本那？ If asked to name some cities in Malaysia, most might immediately think of Kuala Lumpur, Malacca or Penang. These cities are all located in West Malaysia, which make up only half of Malaysia. Malaysia is divided into two parts by the South China Sea. The western part or Malay Peninsula is commonly known as West Malaysia and comprises 11 states. The capital, Kuala Lumpur, is located in West Malaysia. The eastern part of Malaysia is located on the northern part of Borneo and is known as East Malaysia. Sarawak and Sabah are located in East Malaysia. Malaysia gained independence from British colonial rule in 1957, and East Malaysia joined the federation in 1963, forming the independent state of Malaysia. The separation by the sea between East and West Malaysia has resulted in differences in ethnicity, religion, culture and economic development. How do the people on both sides perceive each other? Is there a risk of division between East and West Malaysia? How has Malaysia's current political landscape changed the political status of East Malaysia? In this episode of Global Heartbeat podcast, host Han Yong Hong and Lianhe Zaobao Kuala Lumpur correspondent Seoow Juin Yee take a closer look at the differences between East and West Malaysia. Hosted by Lianhe Zaobao’s Associate Editor, Han Yong Hong, Global Heartbeat is a Mandarin weekly news and current affairs podcast that is updated every Tuesday, 7.00 PM SGT. It is available on zaobao.sg, Apple Podcast, Google Podcasts, Spotify and other podcast platforms.

在上星期五引起哗然的五人记者会之后，台湾政坛蓝白合终究还是蓝柯一梦，以分道扬镳收场。国民党以悲愤的情绪宣布全党总动员支持侯友宜搭配媒体人赵少康参选正副总统。 民众党主席也在上星期六协同民众党立委，大财团千金吴欣盈登记参选。 民进党的总统候选人赖清德立刻开炮，指责蓝白合的这场戏码都只是为了政党利益。 据说台湾有高达六成五的选民希望政党轮替，但是蓝白不合，在野必输。如今蓝白破局，民进党是否已经稳操胜券？国民党一博成功的机会有多高？柯文哲率领的民众党是否会如传说般的泡沫化呢？在这场选举中，大陆因素又会如何影响台湾选民的决定？ 这期的早报播客《东谈西论》，听主持人韩咏红和中山大学政治学研究所荣誉教授廖达琪解析这场台湾大选。 延伸阅读： 伟达：世纪大棋局中的台湾大选 杨丹旭：蓝白破局台海难乐观 Taiwan’s January presidential election is a three-way race after the proposed opposition alliance failed to materialise. The opposition Kuomintang (KMT) and Taiwan People's Party (TPP) did not agree on a joint presidential ticket and registered separate candidates while billionaire businessman Terry Gou pulled out of the race before the nomination deadline.  KMT's presidential candidate Hou Yu-ih and TPP’s candidate Ko Wen-je have announced their running mates, with Hou pairing with pro-China media personality Jaw Shaw-kong, and Ko selecting lawmaker Cynthia Wu Hsin-ying, whose family holds a significant stake in the conglomerate Shin Kong Group. Hou and Ko will run against Willima Lai Ching-te, the vice president and presidential candidate of the ruling Democratic Progressive Party (DPP). Lai has picked Taiwan's de facto ambassador to the US, Hsiao Bi-khim, as his running mate. Has the dramatic breakdown in negotiations between the opposition leaders to form an alliance paved the way for DPP to hold on to power? How will mainland China influence the outcome of the Taiwan presidential election in 2024? In this episode of Global Heartbeat podcast, host Han Yong Hong and Emeritus Professor Da-Chi Liao of Graduate Institute of Political Science at National Sun Yat-sen University (NSYSU) dissect Taiwan’s three-way presidential race. Hosted by Lianhe Zaobao’s Associate Editor, Han Yong Hong, Global Heartbeat is a Mandarin weekly news and current affairs podcast that is updated every Tuesday, 7.00 PM SGT. It is available on zaobao.sg, Apple Podcast, Google Podcasts, Spotify and other podcast platforms.

美国总统拜登和中国国家主席习近平，上周在旧金山举行备受瞩目的中美元首峰会，让螺旋式下滑的两国关系止跌企稳。 中美在元首峰会后宣布，成立合作工作组打击芬太尼、建立人工智能对话，双方也将全面恢复中美军事沟通机制。 从峇厘岛到旧金山，中美关系在经历跌宕起伏的一年后，是否已经柳暗花明？ 这期的早报播客《东谈西论》，听代班主持人杨丹旭和在旧金山采访习拜会的《联合早报》副总编辑韩咏红解析现阶段的中美关系。 延伸阅读： 杨丹旭：中国元首访美施展魅力攻势 习拜会花絮：从38年老照片到元首座驾 The highly anticipated meeting between United States President Biden and Chinese President Xi Jinping took place in San Francisco on Nov 15, bringing a halt to the spiralling decline in the relationship between the US and China. After the meeting on the sidelines of the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) conference, both countries agreed to establish a working group to combat the fentanyl crisis in the US, initiate a dialogue on artificial intelligence, and restore military-to-military communications between their armed forces. Following a tumultuous year since the Xi-Biden meeting in Bali, has the relationship between China and the United States turned the corner? In this episode of Global Heartbeat podcast, Lianhe Zaobao’s China News Editor Yang Danxu discusses the state of China-US relations with Lianhe Zaobao’s Associate Editor Han Yong Hong who is in San Francisco covering the APEC conference and Xi-Biden meeting.  Global Heartbeat is a Mandarin weekly news and current affairs podcast that is updated every Tuesday, 7.00 PM SGT. It is available on zaobao.sg, Apple Podcast, Google Podcasts, Spotify and other podcast platforms.

中国国际进口博览会11月5日在上海开幕，这是中国第六次举办以进口为主题的国家级大型博览会。 不过，就在进博会开幕前，中国欧盟商会公开批评，进博会已变成一场“雾里看花的政治秀”。 进博会到底是一个“中国市场买全球”的平台，还是一个“政治作秀的舞台”？进博会举办六年，中国开放的大门越开越大了吗？ 这期的早报播客《东谈西论》，听代班主持人杨丹旭和《联合早报》上海特派员陈婧解析第六届中国国际进口博览会。 延伸阅读： 新加坡两大咖啡粉厂商参展进博会 李强：中国将积极扩大进口和放宽市场准入 Shanghai is hosting the China International Import Expo (CIIE) from 5 to 10 November. This is the sixth time that China is holding the annual trade fair launched by President Xi Jinping in 2018 to promote the country's free trade credentials and tackle criticism of its trade surplus with many partners. Before its opening ceremony, the European Union Chamber of Commerce criticised the CIIE as a political showcase and "largely smoke and mirrors".   Is CIIE more of a stage for political theatrics than about doing business? After six years of CIIE, has China become more open? In this episode of Global Heartbeat podcast, Lianhe Zaobao’s China News Editor Yang Danxu and Shanghai correspondent Chen Jing discuss the CIIE this year.  Global Heartbeat is a Mandarin weekly news and current affairs podcast that is updated every Tuesday, 7.00 PM SGT. It is available on zaobao.sg, Apple Podcast, Google Podcasts, Spotify and other podcast platforms.

2024年台湾总统选举进入倒计时。在四组参选人中，排名第四的台湾首富郭台铭最近内外交困。 郭台铭创办的鸿海富士康集团，在中国大陆被查税和土地违规使用。在台湾，郭台铭也陷入“花钱买连署”的丑闻。 作为独立参选人，郭台铭需要至少29万份连署书支持他选总统，而且连署书是越多越好。然而，指他涉嫌贿选的案子越来越多。据传每一份连署书的价码介于200到1000新台币不等。 郭台铭的选举是怎么啦？他会退选吗？他内外交困的处境又会如何影响明年的台湾总统大选？ 这期的早报播客《东谈西论》，听主持人韩咏红和《联合早报》台北特派员温伟中解析郭台铭困境及台湾总统选情。 延伸阅读： 下午察：大陆调查富士康 背后剑指郭台铭参选台湾总统？ “蓝白合”政党协商登场 没谈总统选举合不合 Taiwan will hold its next presidential election on Jan 13, 2024. Among the four candidates, the billionaire founder of major Apple supplier Foxconn, Terry Gou, is facing tax and land-use investigations in mainland China, as well as allegations of signature buying for his campaign in Taiwan. Gou currently ranks fourth in opinion polls. He is running against Democratic Progressive Party’s candidate Lai Ching-te, Kuomintang’s candidate Hou Yu-ih and Taiwan People’s Party's candidate Ko Wen-je. Has Gou's election campaign gone awry? Will he withdraw from the race? How will the internal and external challenges affect the upcoming Taiwan presidential election? In this episode of Global Heartbeat podcast, host Han Yong Hong and Lianhe Zaobao’s Taipei correspondent Woon Wei Jong discuss Taiwan’s presidential election and the scandals surrounding Terry Gou. Hosted by Lianhe Zaobao’s Associate Editor, Han Yong Hong, Global Heartbeat is a Mandarin weekly news and current affairs podcast that is updated every Tuesday, 7.00 PM SGT. It is available on zaobao.sg, Apple Podcast, Google Podcasts, Spotify and other podcast platforms.

中国10月18日举行了第三届“一带一路”国际合作高峰论坛。这是一带一路10周年的重点纪念活动之一。“丝绸之路经济带”和“21世纪海上丝绸之路”组成的一带一路走过了10年，成立了亚洲基础设施投资银行和丝路基金，给沿线的发展中国家带来2300亿美元的基础建设融资。 不过这10年里，一带一路也面对许多批评和指控，例如债务陷阱、贪腐、环境问题等。 一带一路走过10年，让我们一起回顾它的来时路及展望它如何走下去。一带一路还会有几个10年？ 这期的早报播客《东谈西论》，听代班主持人吴汉钧和《联合早报》中国新闻组主任杨丹旭回顾与展望“一带一路”。 延伸阅读： 杨丹旭：十年一带一路何去何从 于泽远：高峰论坛超出预料 The third Belt and Road Forum for International Cooperation was held in China on October 18. It was one of the key events to commemorate  the 10th anniversary of the Belt and Road Initiative (BRI). The BRI, consisting of the Silk Road Economic Belt and the 21st Century Maritime Silk Road, was established with the Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank and the Silk Road Fund. It has provided $230 billion in infrastructure financing to the countries along its routes in the last 10 years. However, it has also faced many criticisms and accusations such as debt traps, corruption and environmental issues. In this episode of Global Heartbeat podcast, Lianhe Zaobao’s Second Foreign Editor Ng Hon Kuan and China News Editor Yang Danxu review BRI’s journey in the past decade, and assess its future prospects.  Global Heartbeat is a Mandarin weekly news and current affairs podcast that is updated every Tuesday, 7.00 PM SGT. It is available on zaobao.sg, Apple Podcast, Google Podcasts, Spotify and other podcast platforms.

为了回击巴勒斯坦武装组织哈马斯本月初的强烈突袭，以色列矢言消灭哈马斯，切断了加沙地带的水电、粮食与能源供应，也派出地面部队在加沙地带的边境集结。一场惨烈的攻击与人道主义灾难，近在眼前。 以色列与巴勒斯坦人都认为自己是受害者。伊朗则警告，如果以色列攻占加沙地带，伊朗不会袖手旁观。黎巴嫩真主党也会参战，让以色列承受“强烈地震”。 这场中东危机会如何发展？它会如何影响国际地缘政治与大国关系？以哈冲突会给中美带来另一次的合作机遇吗？ 这期的早报播客《东谈西论》，听主持人韩咏红和新加坡南洋理工大学拉惹勒南国际研究院副教授李明江详细解析。 延伸阅读： 【图集】人间炼狱：以哈历来最严重冲突 韩咏红：以巴冲突对中美两岸问题的警讯 In retaliation for the unprecedented attacks by Hamas militant group, Israel's Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu vowed to “demolish Hamas” as Israeli troops prepared to move into the Gaza Strip. Israel has cut off water, power and fuel supplies to Gaza, in the wake of the Hamas attack on October 7. There are fears of an escalating war and humanitarian crisis in the region.   In this episode of Global Heartbeat podcast, host Han Yong Hong invites Li Mingjiang, Associate Professor, S. Rajaratnam School of International Studies, Nanyang Technological University to share his analysis of the Israel-Hamas war. Hosted by Lianhe Zaobao’s Associate Editor, Han Yong Hong, Global Heartbeat is a Mandarin weekly news and current affairs podcast that is updated every Tuesday, 7.00 PM SGT. It is available on zaobao.sg, Apple Podcast, Google Podcasts, Spotify and other podcast platforms.

巴勒斯坦武装组织哈马斯对以色列发起了多年来最大规模的空袭。哈马斯进攻加沙地带以外的27个地点，除了军事设施，也越过边境对平民进行屠杀，包括一场音乐节的200多名参加者。他们也绑架100多名以色列人作为人质。 以色列已经宣战，并在短短48小时内征召了30万名预备役军人，并且扬言要消灭哈马斯。 哈马斯为什么在这个时候发动大规模的攻击？这场战争会如何改写中东的地缘政治格局？ 这期的早报播客《东谈西论》，听主持人韩咏红和旅居加拿大的以巴关系研究学者兼跨国自由记者王冠云解析以巴冲突。 延伸阅读： 哈马斯突袭以色列 加沙为何烽烟再起？ 全面封锁加沙地带 以色列或将发动地面攻势 Hamas, the Palestinian Islamist group that controls the Gaza strip, launched the biggest attack on Israel in decades on Saturday, killing  hundreds of Israelis and capturing hostages in a raid that shattered Israel's reputation of invincibility.  Israel formally declared war against Hamas and retaliated with huge strikes on cities in the Gaza strip. The Israeli military called up an unprecedented 300,000 reservists within 48 hours.  Why did Hamas attack Israel and why now? How will the Israel-Hamas war reshape the geopolitical landscape of the Middle East? In this episode of Global Heartbeat podcast, research scholar on Israeli-Palestinian relations and freelance journalist, Wang Kuan Yun, shares her insights with host Han Yong Hong.  Hosted by Lianhe Zaobao’s Associate Editor, Han Yong Hong, Global Heartbeat is a Mandarin weekly news and current affairs podcast that is updated every Tuesday, 7.00 PM SGT. It is available on zaobao.sg, Apple Podcast, Google Podcasts, Spotify and other podcast platforms.

在中国杭州举行的亚运会，9月30日举行乒乓男女双打四分之一决赛。 中国队的两位前世界冠军梁靖崑、林高远 2-3 不敌中国台北组合。这是中国国乒在本次亚运会的首次输球。 同一天晚上，中国乒乓女双组合也先后不敌日本和印度的组合被淘汰，尤其是中国的世界冠军组合竟然输给了印度，更是让观众惊掉了下巴。 中国国家乒乓队是怎么了？一向打败天下无敌手的中国队，竟然连女子双打四强赛都进不了，而且是在自己的主场输球？这对中国乒乓球的发展会不会反倒是一件好事? 这期的早报播客《东谈西论》，听主持人韩咏红和《联合早报》北京记者于泽远解析中国乒乓队丢金。 延伸阅读： 【亚运会】王楚钦／孙颖莎获乒乓球混双冠军 乒乓球多场战果“出乎意料” 于泽远：中国不再看重亚运会奖牌 At the Hangzhou Asian Games. China’s former world champions, Liang Jingkun and Lin Gaoyuan, were defeated by the Chinese Taipei team in the men’s doubles table tennis quarter finals. In the same evening, China’s women’s doubles teams also lost to Japan and India respectively. Given the dominance of China in the sport, the results stunned the global audience. What is happening to the powerhouse of table tennis? How will it change the development of table tennis in China? In this episode of Global Heartbeat podcast, Lianhe Zaobao’s Beijing journalist Yu Zeyuan shares his insights with host Han Yong Hong.  Hosted by Lianhe Zaobao’s Associate Editor, Han Yong Hong, Global Heartbeat is a Mandarin weekly news and current affairs podcast that is updated every Tuesday, 7.00 PM SGT. It is available on zaobao.sg, Apple Podcast, Google Podcasts, Spotify and other podcast platforms.

一名加拿大籍的锡克教领袖今年6月在温哥华附近被暗杀。这起事件正演变为加拿大和印度之间一场全面的外交危机。 加拿大总理特鲁多上星期一在国会上说，有理由相信，印度莫迪政府的特工可能与哈迪普·辛格·尼贾尔被暗杀有关。 尼贾尔原籍印度。他在1997年流亡到加拿大，后来获得加拿大国籍。他在加拿大推动锡克独立运动，目标是在印度旁遮普邦建立独立的卡利斯坦国。印度政府则指责尼贾尔是恐怖分子，策划暴力袭击，领导恐怖组织。 特鲁多指控印度特工涉嫌暗杀尼贾尔是对加拿大主权的侵犯。两个国家接着相互驱逐大使，印度还暂停办理加拿大公民的签证业务。 这场外交冲突会如何收场？印度如今是美国遏制中国崛起的重要帮手，加拿大又是美国最老的盟友之一。在新朋友和老朋友之间，美国会如何选择？ 这期的早报播客《东谈西论》，听主持人韩咏红和印度弗莱明大学社会科学系副教授刘奇峰详细解析。 延伸阅读： 【早知】锡克教分离运动如何影响印度与加拿大关系？ 加拿大印度外交风波 美国左右为难 The assassination of a Sikh separatist on Canadian soil has escalated into a diplomatic crisis between Canada and India. Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau said last week that Ottawa had credible allegations linking Indian government agents to the murder of Hardeep Singh Nijjar in June.  Born in India, Nijjar moved to Canada in 1997 and subsequently obtained Canadian citizenship. He advocated for the creation of Khalistan, an independent homeland for Sikhs in India’s Punjab state. The Indian government had labelled him as a terrorist, and accused him of planning violent attacks and leading a terrorist organisation. Nijjar was shot dead outside a temple in a Vancouver suburb. Trudeau's accusation prompted an angry reaction from India. Both countries expelled each other's ambassadors, and India suspended visa processing for Canadian citizens, particularly from the Sikh and Indo-Canadian communities. How will this diplomatic conflict be resolved? Both countries are important allies of the US. How will the US respond? In this episode of Global Heartbeat podcast, Associate Professor of international politics at India’s FLAME University, Roger Chi-feng Liu, shares his insights with host Han Yong Hong. Hosted by Lianhe Zaobao’s Associate Editor, Han Yong Hong, Global Heartbeat is a Mandarin weekly news and current affairs podcast that is updated every Tuesday, 7.00 PM SGT. It is available on zaobao.sg, Apple Podcast, Google Podcasts, Spotify and other podcast platforms.

中国国防部长李尚福已经有三个星期没有公开露面。据英国媒体报道，李尚福没有出席 9月7日至8日在中越边境主办的防务合作年度会议。美国政府也认为李尚福正在接受调查，而且已经被解除职权。 这是今年6月以来，继中国前外交部长秦刚之后，第二个在公众视线中突然消失的中国高层官员，而且至今中国官方对他们的突然消失都没有说明原因。 李尚福去哪儿了？他真的出事了吗？如果他出事，对中国军队的战斗力又会造成什么影响? 这期的早报播客《东谈西论》，听主持人韩咏红和《联合早报》北京记者于泽远详细解析。 延伸阅读： 中国防长李尚福逾两周未露面 据报因健康原因推迟与越官员会晤 韩咏红：秦刚被免职留下未解疑团 China’s Defence Minister Li Shangfu has not been seen for three weeks. While it is not unusual for the defence minister to be away from the public eye, his notable absence, especially after the recent disappearance of former Chinese Foreign Minister Qin Gang, sparked speculation that Li is under house arrest. According to media reports, the US government believes that Li has been placed under investigation and removed from office. The probe into Li follows China's unexplained replacement of Qin in July after a prolonged absence from public view.   Chinese officials have remained tight-lipped about the reasons behind Li’s disappearance. Where is Li Shangfu? Why is he missing? What is the impact on China’s military? In this episode of Global Heartbeat podcast, Lianhe Zaobao’s Beijing journalist Yu Zeyuan shares his insights with host Han Yong Hong.  Hosted by Lianhe Zaobao’s Associate Editor, Han Yong Hong, Global Heartbeat is a Mandarin weekly news and current affairs podcast that is updated every Tuesday, 7.00 PM SGT. It is available on zaobao.sg, Apple Podcast, Google Podcasts, Spotify and other podcast platforms.

彭博社上星期委托著名的半导体调查公司 TechInsights 拆解了一台中国华为新上市的 Mate 60 Pro手机，证实里头使用了中国国产的七纳米芯片。这个消息震撼美国，因为这表明在美国的严厉制裁与限制之下，中国只用了三年时间就能自己生产出七纳米高端芯片，突破了美国的科技封锁。 一个星期后，华为又宣布预售另两款新手机，经过测试都有5G的功能，证明中国已经能大量生产高端的芯片。 中国是否真的已经冲破了被美国科技卡脖子的困境？这对中国的贸易军事发展以及国际关系意味着什么？中美科技战的下一步又会如何发展？ 这期的早报播客《东谈西论》，听《联合早报》副总编辑韩咏红与华中科技大学教授、光谷自贸区研究院院长陈波及新加坡南洋理工大学教授、毕盛资产管理有限公司创始成员兼副主席（中国）陈光炎博士详细解析。 延伸阅读： 韩咏红：华为逆袭成功对雷蒙多示威 下午察：华为手机的绝地反击？ Chinese mobile phone company Huawei unveiled its latest Mate 60 Pro. According to a teardown report by analysis firm TechInsights, Huawei Technologies and China's top chipmaker Semiconductor Manufacturing International Corp (SMIC) have built an advanced 7-nanometre processor to power its latest smartphone. The 7nm chip represents a breakthrough in China’s chipmaking capability. It was previously believed that the best China could achieve was about 14nm. Has China managed to circumvent US restrictions? What are the implications of Huawei’s new chip on China-US relations? Where is China-US tech war heading？ Lianhe Zaobao’s Global Heartbeat podcast invites Professor Chen Bo from Huazhong University of Science and Technology in China, and Dr Tan Kong Yam, Professor of Economics from Nanyang Technological University in Singapore to share their insights. Hosted by Lianhe Zaobao’s Associate Editor, Han Yong Hong, Global Heartbeat is a Mandarin weekly news and current affairs podcast that is updated every Tuesday, 7.00 PM SGT. It is available on zaobao.sg, Apple Podcast, Google Podcasts, Spotify and other podcast platforms.

第18次G20峰会将于本周末（9至10日）在印度新德里举行。印度为这场峰会的主题订立为“天下是一家”，印度总理莫迪也对这次会议寄以厚望。然而，中国国家主席习近平将不会出席这次的峰会，中国国务院总理李强将出席。 习近平缺席 G20峰会，将对外传达出什么信号？中国与印度的关系又处在什么状态？G20峰会的主题叫“天下是一家”，但现在的国际形势实际上又是什么？ 这期的早报播客《东谈西论》，听《联合早报》副总编辑韩咏红和中国著名的国际战略专家、中国人民大学教授时殷弘详细解析。 延伸阅读： 中印关系紧张或致G20无法发布联合公报 习近平缺席G20峰会 习拜会告吹 Chinese President Xi Jinping will not attend the summit of Group of 20 (G20) leaders in New Delhi this weekend. Instead, Premier Li Qiang will lead China’s delegation to the event, as confirmed by Beijing on Monday (Sep 4).  This marks the first time that Xi is skipping the gathering of the world’s top economies since coming to power. He has attended every G20 summit, except Rome in 2021, when he participated by video link. The announcement has dashed hopes of a possible meeting between Xi and US President Joe Biden at the summit. Both leaders last met in person in November 2022 on the sidelines of the G20 summit in Indonesia. What does Xi’s absence from the G20 summit signify? What does it say about global politics and the relations between China and host country India? Lianhe Zaobao’s Global Heartbeat podcast invites Professor of International Relations from Renmin University of China in Beijing, Dr. Shi Yinhong, to share his insights.  Hosted by Lianhe Zaobao’s Associate Editor, Han Yong Hong, Global Heartbeat is a Mandarin weekly news and current affairs podcast that is updated every Tuesday, 7.00 PM SGT. It is available on zaobao.sg, Apple Podcast, Google Podcasts, Spotify and other podcast platforms.

中国房地产巨头碧桂园，在本月初未能按时支付 2250万美元的债息，震惊四座，陷入违约边缘。此外，恒大集团也在美国申请破产保护，负债率是 2.4万亿人民币。 中国大型房地产企业接二连三陷入债务危机，这到底是怎么回事？ 谁会成为下个倒下的房地产公司？ 中国的房地产是否在酝酿一场中国版的 “雷曼兄弟” 危机？ 这期的早报播客《东谈西论》，听《联合早报》副总编辑韩咏红和新加坡经济学者、原新加坡国立大学李光耀公共政策学院教授陈抗详细解析。 延伸阅读： 韩咏红：中国房地产业的“碧桂园时刻” 下午察：碧桂园若倒下，会有哪些连锁反应？ China’s property giant Country Garden missed two United States dollar bond coupons due in early August, totalling US$22.5 million (S$30.5 million). Another major real estate developer, China Evergrande, filed for bankruptcy protection in the United States to protect it from creditors as it restructures its debt. The company defaulted on US$300 billion (S$407 billion) of debt in 2021.  China’s property developers are plunging into debt crises one after another. What is happening in China’s property sector? Is China on the brink of a “Lehman moment”?  In this episode of Global Heartbeat podcast, economist Chen Kang shares his insights with host Han Yong Hong. He was formerly the Professor of Economics at Lee Kuan Yew School of Public Policy, National University of Singapore.   Hosted by Lianhe Zaobao’s Associate Editor, Han Yong Hong, Global Heartbeat is a Mandarin weekly news and current affairs podcast that is updated every Tuesday, 7.00 PM SGT. It is available on zaobao.sg, Apple Podcast, Google Podcasts, Spotify and other podcast platforms.

马来西亚六州选举在上个星期六落幕。选举结果如分析人士所料 - 朝野政治联盟各主导三个州属。由安华领导的希望联盟和国民阵线保住了槟城、雪兰莪和森美兰州政权。在野的国民联盟在吉打、吉兰丹和登嘉楼几乎横扫所有州议席。 州议选举原本只是地方性的选举，但是舆论的氛围和在野党的操作使到这次的州选成了对安华政府的一次公投。如果执政联盟表现得太糟糕，马来西亚有可能再经历一次变天。 如今选举结果已大局底定，安华过关了吗？国盟的势力进一步增强，势力版图扩张，是否代表马来西亚种族分化更为严重？六州选举的结果对马来西亚下来的发展又会产生什么影响？ 这期的早报播客《东谈西论》，听《联合早报》副总编辑韩咏红及《联合早报》国际新闻组副主任范晓琪详细解析。 延伸阅读： 分析：州选后马国政治料进入稳定期 安华须把握机会展现治国能力 分析：团结政府未有效解决经济问题 或影响六州选情 纵观天下，监测中国心跳，由《联合早报》副总编辑韩咏红主持的国际时事播客《东谈西论》，每周探讨国际热点话题，分析国际时政动态。每逢星期二新加坡时间晚上 7 时更新。 Malaysia’s state polls have ended in a “3-3” status quo outcome between Pakatan Harapan-Barisan Nasional (PH-BN) ruling coalition and the opposition alliance, Perikatan Nasional (PN). The election in 6 of Malaysia’s 13 states was widely viewed as a referendum on Anwar’s administration after the tightly contested general election in November that ended with the country’s first ever hung Parliament. Led by Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim, the PH-BN coalition retained Selangor, Negeri Sembilan and Penang while PN held on to Kelantan, Kedah and Terengganu. The election appears to have kept things at status quo, but changes in seat composition for the state assemblies tells a different story.  Has Anwar passed the test? How will the outcome of the state elections affect Malaysia's future development? In this episode of Global Heartbeat podcast, Lianhe Zaobao’s Associate Foreign Editor, Liew Fan Chyi, shares her observations with host Han Yong Hong.  Hosted by Lianhe Zaobao’s Associate Editor, Han Yong Hong, Global Heartbeat is a Mandarin weekly news and current affairs podcast that is updated every Tuesday, 7.00 PM SGT. It is available on zaobao.sg, Apple Podcast, Google Podcasts, Spotify and other podcast platforms.

你应该知道什么是英格兰超级足球联赛。但是你可曾听过“村超”吗？ 村超是中国农村的足球联赛，全名是中国贵州省榕江和美乡村足球联赛。村超一共有20支乡村足球队参加，球员全是业余的。比赛中场会表演贵州少数民族歌舞，奖品也非常接地气，有活鸡、鸭、鹅、猪、牛、羊等。 今年5月开始的村超引发大量关注，连退役的英格兰著名球星麦克欧文也拍视频为村超打气 。 村超真的有这么热吗？这种乡村业余足球的魅力在哪里？榕江村超的成功又能给我们什么启示。 这期的早报播客《东谈西论》，听主持人韩咏红和《联合早报》重庆特派员王纬温精彩分享。 延伸阅读： 王纬温：贵州村超的由下而上 【视频】贵州村超热度不减 民众：能倒逼中国足坛改革 “Village Super League” or Cun Chao in Chinese is a rural football league in China’s Rongjiang, consisting of 20 amateur village football teams. During halftime, there are performances of traditional Guizhou ethnic songs and dances, and the grand prizes include chickens, ducks, geese, pigs, cows, sheep and other livestock. Cun Chao gained worldwide attention and even attracted the support of retired English football star Michael Owen who made a video cheering for the players. What is the appeal of this amateur rural football league?   In this episode of Global Heartbeat podcast, Lianhe Zaobao’s Chongqing correspondent Edwin Ong shares his first-hand experience of Cun Chao with host Han Yong Hong.  Hosted by Lianhe Zaobao’s Associate Editor, Han Yong Hong, Global Heartbeat is a Mandarin weekly news and current affairs podcast that is updated every Tuesday, 7.00 PM SGT. It is available on zaobao.sg, Apple Podcast, Google Podcasts, Spotify and other podcast platforms.

今年5月29日，巴西总统卢拉在与委内瑞拉总统举行的联合记者会上再次提到“去美元化”。卢拉说他梦想能拥有一种非美元的区域性货币，这样巴西和委内瑞拉就可以不依赖美元来进行贸易。 这已经不是卢拉第一次公开谈到“去美元化”。他曾经发表文章质疑，为什么所有国家都要用美元来进行贸易结算。卢拉也主张金砖国家应该建立一个统一的货币体系。今年四月，卢拉访问中国时就提出了类似的观点。 什么是“去美元化”？国际上常常说的美元霸权地位是什么意思？“去美元化”对国际货币与金融秩序又会带来什么影响？ 这期的早报播客《东谈西论》，听主持人韩咏红和新加坡管理大学李光前商学院副教授傅方剑详细解析。 延伸阅读： 去美元化 知易行难 陈留俊：美国的“去美元化” 纵观天下，监测中国心跳，由《联合早报》副总编辑韩咏红主持的国际时事播客《东谈西论》，每周探讨国际热点话题，分析国际时政动态。每逢星期二新加坡时间晚上 7 时更新。 The US dollar’s status as the global reserve currency for international trade has been called into question again. On May 29th, Brazilian President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva repeated the de-dollarisation call during a press conference and expressed his dream of having a regional currency that is not tied to the US dollar. This is not the first time Lula has openly talked about de-dollarisation. He previously wrote articles questioning the need for all countries to base their trade on the US dollar, and supported the creation of an alternative currency for trading between BRICS countries. During his visit to China in April, he reiterated the call to shed dollar dependence.  What is "de-dollarisation"? What is the impact of “de-dollarisation” on the international monetary system and global financial order?   In this episode of Global Heartbeat podcast, Associate Professor of Finance from the Singapore Management University’s Lee Kong Chian School of Business, Fu Fangjian, shares his insights with host Han Yong Hong.  Hosted by Lianhe Zaobao’s Associate Editor, Han Yong Hong, Global Heartbeat is a Mandarin weekly news and current affairs podcast that is updated every Tuesday, 7.00 PM SGT. It is available on zaobao.sg, Apple Podcast, Google Podcasts, Spotify and other podcast platforms.

中国国务委员兼外交部长秦刚从公开场合失踪已经足足一个月。 较早前中国外交部曾宣布秦刚因“健康原因”将缺席在印度尼西亚举行的亚细安外长会议。 在上星期一的记者会上，当被问及秦刚的下落时，中国外交部发言人毛宁只表示不了解情况，没有其他更多的信息。不再提“健康原因”是否透露出事情不妙？与此同时，有关秦刚与女主播的绯闻在网上也传得沸沸扬扬。 秦刚到底发生了什么事？他的失踪对中国的外交与政治会产生什么影响？ 这期的早报播客《东谈西论》，听主持人韩咏红和《联合早报》北京记者于泽远详细解析。 (本集《东谈西论》录音后，中国全国人大常委会会议决定，免去秦刚的外交部长职务，由中共中央政治局委员、中央外办主任王毅接任外长。) 延伸阅读： 新闻人间：消失的“他” 杨丹旭：王毅为何那么忙? 秦刚被免外长间接证实不利传闻　分析：王毅接任可能是过渡安排 纵观天下，监测中国心跳，由《联合早报》副总编辑韩咏红主持的国际时事播客《东谈西论》，每周探讨国际热点话题，分析国际时政动态。每逢星期二新加坡时间晚上 7 时更新。 China’s Foreign Minister Qin Gang has been absent from public view for a month. He was last seen on June 25 when he met officials from Sri Lanka, Vietnam and Russia. His disappearance was first noticed when he missed the Asean annual foreign ministers’ meeting in Indonesia earlier this month. China’s Foreign Ministry cited “health reasons” for Mr Qin missing the Asean summit, and said it had no further information on his whereabouts.  There is intense speculation about the fate of China’s main envoy, including a rumour of his extramarital affair with a TV presenter.  What has happened to Qin Gang? How will his disappearance affect China’s domestic politics and international relations?  In this episode of Global Heartbeat podcast, Lianhe Zaobao’s Beijing journalist Yu Zeyuan shares his insights with host Han Yong Hong.  (After the recording of this episode, China's top legislature voted to remove Qin Gang as foreign minister at an urgent meeting and reappointed his predecessor Wang Yi to the position.) Hosted by Lianhe Zaobao’s Associate Editor, Han Yong Hong, Global Heartbeat is a Mandarin weekly news and current affairs podcast that is updated every Tuesday, 7.00 PM SGT. It is available on zaobao.sg, Apple Podcast, Google Podcasts, Spotify and other podcast platforms.

泰国国会上星期四举行选举，750名上下议院议员投选新一任首相。深受年轻人支持的前进党党魁，也是唯一的首相候选人披塔以63票之差，无法出任首相。泰国国会本星期还会进行第二次和第三次首相选举，这个改革派领袖有没有首相命？泰国的改革力量将何去何从？ 这期的早报播客《东谈西论》，听主持人韩咏红和《联合早报》国际新闻组主任吴汉钧详细解析。 延伸阅读： 社论：泰国政治国体之争 披塔距离首相之位越来越远 纵观天下，监测中国心跳，由《联合早报》副总编辑韩咏红主持的国际时事播客《东谈西论》，每周探讨国际热点话题，分析国际时政动态。每逢星期二新加坡时间晚上 7 时更新。 Last Thursday, Pita Limjaroenrat, the leader of the Move Forward party that emerged as the biggest winner in Thailand’s general election in May, failed in his first bid to be the nation’s next prime minister. Under his leadership, the Move Forward party has become the largest party in the House of Representatives. His alliance of eight parties controls 312 seats in the 500-member House of Representatives. However, he needs the support of the Upper House Senate to reach the minimum 375 combined Parliament votes to secure premiership.  Pita will attempt a second time to become Thailand’s prime minister this week. Will the reformist leader succeed? What is the future of Thailand's reform movement? In this episode of Global Heartbeat podcast, Lianhe Zaobao’s Second Foreign Editor (Southeast Asia) Ng Hon Kuan shares his perspectives.  Hosted by Lianhe Zaobao’s Associate Editor, Han Yong Hong, Global Heartbeat is a Mandarin weekly news and current affairs podcast that is updated every Tuesday, 7.00 PM SGT. It is available on zaobao.sg, Apple Podcast, Google Podcasts, Spotify and other podcast platforms.