The Daily Fiver: China – April 18, 2025

Title: Xi’s Regional Tour, Nvidia’s Beijing Visit, and a Cinematic Triumph

Episode Description:

In today’s episode of The Daily Fiver: China, we cover President Xi Jinping’s Southeast Asia tour emphasizing regional stability, Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang’s visit to Beijing amid U.S. export restrictions, and China’s suspension of Boeing jet deliveries in response to U.S. tariffs. We also highlight the international acclaim for the Chinese film Legends of the Condor Heroes: The Gallants and preview China’s upcoming space cooperation forum with Latin America and the Caribbean.

Xi Jinping Concludes Southeast Asia Tour Emphasizing Regional Stability

President Xi Jinping wraps up a diplomatic tour of Vietnam, Malaysia, and Cambodia, aiming to bolster China's image as a stabilizing force in Asia amid rising U.S. protectionism.

Source: Reuters

Nvidia CEO Visits Beijing Amid U.S. Export Restrictions

Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang travels to Beijing to engage with Chinese officials following tightened U.S. restrictions on AI chip exports, discussing potential collaborations tailored for the Chinese market.

Source: Investopedia

China Suspends Boeing Jet Deliveries in Response to U.S. Tariffs

In retaliation to the U.S. imposing 145% tariffs on Chinese goods, China instructs its airlines to halt deliveries of Boeing aircraft and suspend purchases of U.S.-made aircraft parts.

Source: Reuters

'Legends of the Condor Heroes: The Gallants' Gains International Acclaim

The Chinese film Legends of the Condor Heroes: The Gallants garners critical acclaim since its release on Chinese streaming platforms on April 11, 2025, highlighting the global appeal of Chinese cinema.

Source: Wikipedia

China to Host First Space Cooperation Forum with Latin America and the Caribbean

China is set to host the inaugural China-Latin America and the Caribbean Space Cooperation Forum from April 24 to 26, 2025, in Wuhan, aiming to enhance collaboration in space exploration and technology.

Source: China.org.cn, China Daily

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