Presenters：Azam Khan and Ada Wong
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On this programme, we review US President Donald Trump's state visit to China. President Xi Jinping said both sides agreed to strengthen communication and coordination on international and regional issues.
Both leaders held bilateral talks, visited a cultural landmark, and attended a banquet. We talked to a panel of experts and find out what the summit means for the relationship between the two largest economies moving forward.
After that, a scholar from the Hong Kong University of Science and Technology tells us all about the SAR's first scientific payload on the nation's space station.
9:05am-9:45am: US President Donald Trump's China visit
Speakers:
Einar Tangen, Senior Fellow at the Centre for International Governance
Josef Gregory Mahoney , Professor of politics and international relations at East China Normal University in Shanghai
George Cautherley, Past Vice-Chair of the International Chamber of Commerce (Hong Kong)
9:45am-10:00am:
HKUST's first-ever payload in space
Speaker:
Su Hui, Chair Professor at the Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering and Global STEM Professor, The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology
Presenters：Azam Khan and Ada Wong
On this programme, we checked how the Iran war is impacting Hong Kong. With oil pricing surging, lawmakers have approved a $1.8 billion dollar relief package to help businesses cope with rising fuel costs. Starting later this month, diesel-powered commercial vehicles and vessels will receive a HK$3-per-litre subsidy for a period of two months. We heard from representatives across sectors to get their thoughts on the move.
After the break, we brought you the latest in Formula 1 as Hainan’s local government signalled its intention to bring the race to the southern island, after it unveiled development plans aimed at securing the motorsport’s premier event for the province.
And to wrap up the show, we talked to an engineer as authorities move forward with plans to develop an underground quarry in North Tsing Yi, scheduled for commission in 2028.
9:05am-9:30am: Diesel subsidies
Speakers:
Anthony Lam, Chairman of the Federation of Hong Kong Industries
Willy Lin, Honorary Chairman of the Hong Kong Shippers' Council
Peter Yung, Spokesman of the Hong Kong Taxi and Public Light Bus Association
9:32am-9:47am: Formula 1 in Hainan?
Speaker:
Nick Marsh, former racing driver and team owner
9:47am-10:00am: North Tsing Yi underground quarry
Speaker:
Leung Yat-fai, Spokesperson of the Geotechnical Division of the Hong Kong Institution of Engineers
