Best Xin Podcasts (2024)

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Why does China coin "new quality productive forces"? 27:00

1d ago27:00

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According to a major meeting on deepening reforms concluded days ago, China will improve the institutions and mechanisms for fostering "new quality productive forces" and apply digital technology to promote its digital economy. What exactly are these reforms regarding new quality productive forces? What role does it play in China's high-quality dev…

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Internal Fighting Arts 76 - Dan Miller 1:12:02

2h ago1:12:02

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Dan Miller is a martial artist, author, and for six years he was publisher of The Pa Kua Chang Journal, from 1990 to early 1997. In this interview, Ken talks with Dan about publishing the Journal, which was one of the best martial arts publications ever done (in Ken's opinion). They also talk about other issues related to Bagua Zhang, including the…

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Ukraine closer to peace? 27:00

7d ago27:00

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Ukraine's foreign minister arrived in China on July 23rd to begin a four-day visit. Dmytro Kuleba met with Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi in Guangzhou on Wednesday. During the meeting, Kuleba said Ukraine highly appreciates China's positive and constructive role in promoting peace and maintaining international order. Wang said China and Ukraine a…

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What opportunities does China's opening-up offer? 27:00

2d ago27:00

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The resolution of the 3rd Plenum of the 20th CPC Central Committee on further deepening reform comprehensively to advance Chinese modernization has put opening-up as a "defining feature". Will China make it easier for foreign businesses to operate here in the country? China's foreign trade reached new heights in the first half of this year, what do…

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Fleeing China or flying to China? 27:00

1h ago27:00

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A group of U.S. heavyweight executives from companies like Goldman Sachs, Starbucks, Nike, and Qualcomm are arriving in China this week. Their visit coincides with China's recent commitments to further deepen comprehensive reform and create a more transparent, stable, and predictable environment for foreign businesses, announced during the third pl…

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20th CPC Central Committee's 3rd Plenum concludes in Beijing 27:00

6h ago27:00

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A pivotal four-day meeting of the 20th CPC Central Committee concluded on Thursday with the adoption of a resolution to further deepen reform in China. The 3rd plenum, held every five years, took place this week in Beijing. The resolution outlines a comprehensive plan to deepen reforms and advance modernization.…

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Internal Fighting Arts 75 - Tim Cartmell 1:00:02

1h ago1:00:02

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The Diamond episode of the Internal Fighting Arts Podcast -- number 75 -- features an interview with Tim Cartmell, a highly-respected internal martial artist who also has competed in and teaches Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu. Ken Gullette first heard about Tim in the 1990s, when Tim wrote articles in Dan Miller's "Pa Kua Chang Journal." Tim has also written …

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China brings ocean back to blue 27:00

2d ago27:00

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China has made tremendous strides in protecting its marine eco-environment in a remarkably short time, according to a recent white paper. We look into how this has been made possible. And at the NATO summit in Washington last week, China was labelled as a "decisive enabler of the war in Ukraine." But who's the real enabler? Is making China the new …

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The South China Sea charade 26:59

5d ago26:59

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Eight years ago, on July 12th, 2016, a so-called arbitral tribunal housed in the Peace Palace in the Hague handed down a so-called South China Sea Arbitration award that has been hailed by the West as a victory against “China hegemony” and used as a basis to criticize China. China has never recognized the legality of this case. What was behind Chin…

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Real China: books & beyond 27:00

3d ago27:00

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The tenth Nishan Forum on World Civilizations kicks off in Qufu, the hometown of Confucius in East China's Shandong Province. And it comes at the right time: Chinese classics, poetry, sci-fi novels have made quite a splash abroad in recent years thanks to dedicated translators. How can Chinese literature further help East-West communication? How do…

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The way home 27:00

17d ago27:00

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Join host Liu Xin on her journey in China's southeastern province of Fujian, right across the waters from Taiwan, to meet young people from the island chasing dreams in their ancestral land.

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Scoping out a thriving Eurasia 27:00

1M ago27:00

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The 24th summit of the Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO), the world's largest regional organization, concluded in Astana, Kazakhstan, on July 4th. The 10-member state organization adopted the Astana Declaration. In the document, they underscored the SCO's role in bolstering global peace and security, and in shaping a new equitable internation…

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A testbed for Eurasian Cohesion 27:00

1M ago27:00

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Chinese President Xi Jinping has arrived in Astana, Kazakhstan, for the 24th Meeting of the Council of Heads of State of the Shanghai Cooperation Organization, or the SCO. This annual summit is significant and China will assume the next SCO presidency after the meeting. President Xi highlighted the 32-year diplomatic relationship between China and …

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Biden-Trump faceoff 27:00

1M ago27:00

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Biden and Trump face off in the first presidential debate of the 2024 general election. How much impact will the debate have on the race? Is it a demonstration of real democracy? And nearly 75 years since the founding of new China, how has China evolved?

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Contrast between Western coverage and the real Xinjiang 27:00

23d ago27:00

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By reading Western mainstream media reports, you may get the impression that Muslims in Xinjiang are oppressed and struggling. But if one presents the region in a positive light showing the realities, one is likely to be called a brain-washed propagandist for the Chinese government and the CPC. But this has not deterred some brave and independent v…

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China-Malaysia relations at 50 27:00

1M ago27:00

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Chinese Premier Li Qiang is paying an official visit to Malaysia as the two countries celebrate 50 years of diplomacy. What makes the neighborly friendship tick? And 2023 was officially proclaimed the hottest year on record. What has to be done to adapt to the ever-warming climate?

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Are China-Australia ties back on track? 27:00

1M ago27:00

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On Saturday June 15th, Chinese Premier Li Qiang arrived in Australia, the second leg of a three-nation tour, which also includes New Zealand and Malaysia. His Australian counterpart Anthony Albanese said in an opinion piece on a major Australian newspaper that the visit signals "another step forward" in stabilizing bilateral relations. There's also…

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A century of friendship 27:00

1M ago27:00

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Chinese Premier Li Qiang arrived in Wellington, New Zealand on Thursday for an official visit to the country, the first leg of a three-nation tour. How have people-to-people exchanges shaped relations? We'll focus on one New Zealander's 60 year-long love affair with China. And artists from the mainland and Taiwan have recreated a Chinese opera mast…

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A glimmer of hope? 27:00

1M ago27:00

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The United Nations Security Council has passed Resolution 2735, calling for a comprehensive ceasefire deal to end the war in Gaza in three phases. Could it mark a turning point in the conflict? And Narendra Modi was sworn in for a historic third consecutive term as India's prime minister on Sunday. What impact will Modi's re-election have on region…

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International Day for Dialogue among Civilizations established 27:00

2M ago27:00

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The United Nations General Assembly has adopted a China-tabled resolution setting June 10 every year as the International Day for Dialogue among Civilizations. Why is setting such a day important? Will this make a tangible difference for people around the world? And how does China see its role at the UN in a century of unprecedented changes?…

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Urgent call to save biodiversity 27:00

2M ago27:00

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"Our land. Our future. We are #GenerationRestoration." This rallying cry sets the stage for this year's World Environment Day on June 5, the UN's largest platform for environmental action. Hosted by Saudi Arabia, the 2024 celebrations focus on land restoration, combating desertification, and building drought resilience. The urgency is clear: nearly…

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Debunking Lai's lie 27:00

2M ago27:00

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On May 20, Lai Ching-te took office as the new leader of the Taiwan region. He gave a so-called "inauguration" speech during which he expressed explicit views on Taiwan separatism. His speech triggered strong reaction from the central government in Beijing with a spokesperson calling his stance radical. Lai called himself a "guardian of peace" for …

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Whispers of power: U.S. wargaming in Taiwan 27:00

3M ago27:00

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Today, more than 180 countries, including the United States, officially recognize that there is but one China in the world, and Taiwan is an inalienable part of China. As the international situation evolves, China-U.S. relations have experienced dramatic changes. But Taiwan stands at the heart of the matter. What's really behind the U.S. meddling i…

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Roaming in museums, reviving old times 27:00

3M ago27:00

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In ancient Greece, a temple was built to pay tribute to the nine divine muses of art and science. Today we call such houses museums. As we mark the 48th International Museum Day, how can we make museums friendlier to the general public than they are now? While new technologies are transforming our lives, how can museums participate in the change? W…

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Fishing in troubled waters 26:58

3M ago26:58

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A Filipino civilian convoy that calls itself Atin Ito, meaning "This is ours" in Tagalog, claims to have breached China's so-called “blockade” around the Huangyan Island in the South China Sea. The flotilla is said to have reached the shoal and resupplied Filipino fishermen operating there. But media reports suggest they stopped 50 nautical miles f…

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Making waves in South China Sea? 27:00

3M ago27:00

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A blockade in the South China Sea? That's what the darling of the Filipino media Ray Powell says in a tweet about what China will do in Huangyan Island in the coming days. He is a former U.S. air force serviceman who now heads the Sealight Maritime Transparency Project, an organization that overtly counters China. He warned that China will blockade…

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Internal Fighting Arts 74 - William Bentley 1:04:00

3M ago1:04:00

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Ken talks with Bill Bentley, who teaches Xingyi through daoistgatecenter.org, and privately he teaches Xingyi, Bagua, Wudang style sword, and self-defense. He is involved with the Daoist Arts Organization International (DAOI) and interviews martial artists for the DAOI podcast. Bill began his martial arts training at the age of 10 in a Shaolin-base…

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What have been accomplished in President Xi's Europe tour? 27:00

3M ago27:00

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Chinese President Xi Jinping is expected to wrap up his five-day visit to France, Serbia, and Hungary, on his first official tour to Europe in five years. The three countries rolled out the red carpet to welcome their Chinese guests, stirring a China fervor among the local people and heated discussions in the media. While new opportunities are set …

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Xi in France: 1st in 5 years 27:00

3M ago27:00

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Chinese President Xi Jinping has arrived in France, the first stop of his three-nation European tour. The trip will also take him to Serbia and Hungary, two important partners of China in Central and Eastern Europe. The visit came on the heels of a major speech by French President Emmanuel Macron on the risks facing Europe. It also coincides with t…

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Chinese NEVs on the up and up 27:00

3M ago27:00

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At the Beijing auto show 2024, 278 NEV models were on display, with Chinese car makers stealing the show and foreign carmakers feeling the pinch. German, Japanese and South Korean giants are teaming up with their Chinese partners to "catch up with Chinese carmakers." How advanced is China's NEV industry? Will these partnerships with Chinese players…

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Germany looking East 27:00

4M ago27:00

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German Chancellor Olaf Scholz just wrapped up his 3-day visit to China. With a packed schedule, the Chancellor's delegation was nothing short of impressive with ministers of environment, agriculture and transport, and also executives from big firms including BMW, Mercedes-Benz, and Siemens. The trip came as Brussels announced earlier this month an …

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40 Years of Sino-German Fiscal Ties 27:00

4M ago27:00

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This year marks the 40th anniversary of financial dialogue and cooperation between China and Germany. Over the years, 300 projects across China with some 10 billion euros of investment from Germany have been jointly implemented. As German Chancellor Olaf Scholz is visiting China, how can the two sides keep building the trust and strengthen cooperat…

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Internal Fighting Arts 73 - Raphael Smith 1:18:26

3M ago1:18:26

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Ken Gullette talks with Raphael Smith, an instructor of Song style Xingyiquan, Chen style Practical Method Taijiquan, and combat-related arts in the Sacramento, California area. He goes by Ralph and he is a disciple of Song style Xingyiquan master Li Yujie. Ralph's website is www.jingwupai.org. In this interview, Ralph talks about why he went to Ch…

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Revelations on South China Sea 27:00

4M ago27:00

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The United States, the UK and France came out to point fingers at China after a few recent run-ins between Chinese and Filipino vessels near the Ren'ai Jiao. But can they really defend their argument? What have their governments been saying about the subject in secret vs. in public since the beginning of the 20th century? One scholar decided to fin…

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Global Thinkers: A sip of Chinese wisdom - part 2 27:00

4M ago27:00

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What flows in the veins of the world's oldest continuous civilization? Today we're in the picturesque Mount Wuyi, where a 12th century scholar Zhu Xi spent 50 years and developed Neo-Confucianism. He also became known as a sage, second only to Confucius himself. His ideas have not only been absorbed by the Chinese but have also travelled to other p…

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Global Thinkers: A sip of Chinese wisdom - part 1 27:00

4M ago27:00

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What flows in the veins of the world's oldest continuous civilization? Today we're in the picturesque Mount Wuyi, where a 12th century scholar Zhu Xi spent 50 years and developed Neo-Confucianism. He also became known as a sage, second only to Confucius himself. His ideas have not only been absorbed by the Chinese but have also travelled to other p…

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Storm over South China Sea 27:00

4M ago27:00

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Once again, some uninhabited reef in the South China Sea has come under the spotlight in the press. China is blamed for "bullying its small neighbor, encroaching on international freedom of navigation, and being unrestrained". The reef called Ren'ai Jiao is at the center of the dispute. The waters around the reef have become choppier over the past …

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Mẫu CV Xin Việc 0:11

4M ago0:11

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Top CV xin việc phù hợp sẽ giúp cho ứng viên tiết kiệm được nhiều thời gian, Tạo mẫu cv online ấn tượng với nhà tuyển dụng, tăng cơ hội trúng tuyển hướng dẫn cách làm CV xin việc chuẩn. Bài viết chi tiết: https://job3s.vn/mau-cv-xin-viec Hastag: #topcvmau, #maucvxinviec, #maucvxinviecdongian, #cvmauxinviec, #taicxmauxinviec, #cvcongviec Tìm hiê…

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Đơn Xin Việc 0:13

4M ago0:13

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Đơn xin việc mẫu chuẩn, chuyên nghiệp gây ấn tượng với nhà tuyển dụng, hướng dẫn cách viết đơn xin việc trong hồ sơ xin việc, Top mẫu đơn xin việc mẫu viết tay, đánh máy đơn giản hiệu quả. Hãy tham khảo bài viết nhé! Bài viết chi tiết: https://job3s.vn/don-xin-viec Hastag: #maudonxinviec, #donxinviec, #cvxinviec, #cvxinvieclam Tìm hiểu thêm: h…

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Đơn Xin Nghỉ Việc 0:10

4M ago0:10

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Bài viết cung cấp mẫu đơn xin nghỉ việc, đơn xin thôi việc chuẩn cùng với hướng dẫn cách viết đơn xin nghỉ việc hợp lý cho người lao động. Tải miễn phí mẫu đơn xin nghỉ việc hay. Tìm hiểu thêm: https://job3s.vn/don-xin-nghi-viec Hastag: #donxinnghiviec, #maudonxxinnghiviec, #cachvietdonxinnghiviec Mạng xã hội: https://t.me/s/donxinnghiviecjob3…

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Journey to the East 27:00

4M ago27:00

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From the end of March to the beginning of April, China will have received 5 successive state leaders from Global South countries, including Dominica, Nauru, Sri Lanka, Nepal and Kazakhstan. Dignitaries are warmly received by top Chinese leaders including President Xi Jinping and Premier Li Qiang, and agreements have been reached to further deepen t…

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All things Chinese 27:00

5M ago27:00

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When we talk about China, we often mention Chinese characteristics. What exactly does this term mean? What make up the Chinese characteristics? We have two international scholars join us today to share their thoughts on the concept.

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China: democracy that delivers - part 2 27:00

5M ago27:00

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China operates a democratic system that covers a population of more than 1.4 billion from 56 ethnic groups. What are the challenges? And steeped in a continuous civilization spanning thousands of years, how does Chinese culture influence its modern political system?

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China: democracy that delivers - part 1 27:00

5M ago27:00

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"You can't eat democracy," Zambia's President Hichilema put it bluntly last year. It is a stark reminder that governance isn't just about abstract ideals; it's also about putting food on the table. An international survey on democracy conducted in 30 countries found that people in developed countries have lower levels of trust in their politicians …

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Paying like a local? 27:00

5M ago27:00

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As the Chinese society has turned nearly cashless, newcomers may find it hard to enjoy their stay to the full, had they not prepared to adapt to the new digital scenario. To solve this problem, China has taken a series of measures including boosting the acceptance of overseas bank cards in venues where foreign visitors frequent. On March 14th, the …

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Thư Xin Việc 0:12

5M ago0:12

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Thư Xin Việc là Gì và Tầm Quan Trọng của Nó Thư xin việc là một tài liệu quan trọng trong quá trình tìm kiếm việc làm, chính là bước đầu tiên để tạo ấn tượng tích cực đối với nhà tuyển dụng. Dưới đây là một cái nhìn tổng quan về thư xin việc và tầm quan trọng của nó trong quá trình ứng tuyển. Thư xin việc, hay còn gọi là thư ứng tuyển, là một văn b…

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Hong Kong: free & secure 27:00

5M ago27:00

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Hong Kong is set to pass its own national security law, finally fulfilling the region's constitutional duty. Nearly 27 years after the handover, the outstanding loopholes in this regard are to be plugged with a bill called Safeguarding National Security. After a month-long public consultation period, the bill, as stipulated in Article 23 of the Bas…

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China to strengthen major trading partner status 27:00

5M ago27:00

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Global trade was expected to have shrunk by nearly 5% in 2023, according to a UN estimate last December. The UN report shows geopolitics as having greater impact on global trade patterns. The most vivid example is "friend-shoring," that is trading with politically aligned partners. Meanwhile, China will strengthen its major trading partner status w…

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Internal Fighting Arts 72 - Gerald A. Sharp 2:09:51

4M ago2:09:51

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Ken Gullette talks with instructor Gerald A. Sharp, who Ken first became aware of in the 1990s when he bought Gerald's "Five Fists of Power" VHS instructional tape. Gerald A. Sharp began studying martial arts at age 12. Later, he studied with several internal arts teachers, notably Wu Taiji with Master Ma Yueh Liang, and he studied Pa-Kua Chang, Hs…

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Now it's EVs’ turn 27:00

5M ago27:00

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The White House recently announced an investigation into whether Chinese EVs present "national security risks," drawing a parallel with "smartphones on wheels" that could collect sensitive U.S. data, and potentially being manipulated remotely by Beijing. The 25% tariff on Chinese-made cars, implemented by the Trump administration, persists under Pr…

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