June 7, 2025

Kilmar Abrego Garcia returned to U.S., now facing federal charges

A Salvadoran man who became a lightning rod for the Trump administration’s deportation policies is expected back in court next week after he was returned to the U.S. on Friday. Kilmar Abrego Garcia’s deportation to El Salvador put immigrant constitutional rights on the global agenda. […]

Read More...
June 6, 2025

California and China business leaders reaffirm trade ties

California remains one of the most vital U.S. hubs for trade with China, playing a central role in trans-Pacific commerce. But recent tariffs imposed by the U.S. government have introduced new challenges and uncertainty into this long-standing economic relationship. In response, trade officials and business […]

Read More...
June 6, 2025

Tech leaders gather in Silicon Valley amid supply chain uncertainty

Thousands of tech experts and global companies converged for the annual TechEx North America event in Silicon Valley. From AI to cloud computing, the event showcases cutting-edge developments shaping the future of technology, but it’s all happening at a time of market uncertainty. CGTN’s Mark […]

Read More...
June 5, 2025

The Heat: China Tech Advancements

From robots performing daily tasks, to breakthroughs in industrial automation, China’s innovations promise to transform global industries, enhance public services, and ease labor shortages. So how will these advances reshape our daily lives?

Read More...
June 5, 2025

Water crisis brews at U.S.-Mexico border

Prolonged drought at the U.S.-Mexico border is causing an explosive political situation, as water becomes a delicate issue between the neighboring countries. Mexico and the U.S. share water across their borders, but as the vital resource becomes scarce, a solution is needed to address the […]

Read More...
June 5, 2025

U.S. targets foreign films with 100% tariff threat

The Trump administration is considering imposing 100 percent tariffs on all films shown in the U.S. that were made outside the country. Filmmakers around the world are expressing concerns that such a move could further destabilize an industry already reeling from changes in technology and […]

Read More...
June 5, 2025

Brazil and Mexico in the crossfire of U.S. tariffs

Latin American exporters are caught in the middle of a new trade storm. U.S. President Donald Trump has doubled tariffs on imported steel and aluminum, and the impact is being felt especially in Brazil and Mexico. Paulo Cabral reports from São Paulo, Brazil.

Read More...
June 5, 2025

U.S. tariffs push Peru closer to China

Tariffs imposed earlier this year by U.S. President Donald Trump will affect more than two-thirds of the products exported by Peru, particularly metals and agriculture. But the levies have also pushed the South American country to find alternatives. China has started to strengthen its position […]

Read More...
June 5, 2025

Behind the Global Sustainable Island Summit in St. Kitts and Nevis

The Caribbean region remains at the center of climate change discussions, and key stakeholders, including youth leaders, are currently gathered in St. Kitts and Nevis, holding talks on renewable energy, climate change, and Sustainable Development at the Global Sustainable Island Summit. The summit also touched […]

Read More...
June 5, 2025

Washington DC Based Correspondent

About the job Job title: Washington DC Based Correspondent Location: Washington, DC Department: News Gathering Terms: Permanent Full time position Salary/rate: 156k to 204k Requirements: Fluent in English Benefits: Health Insurance, PTO, 401k, 401k match, Life Insurance, Disability Insurance About us: MediaLinks TV, LLC provides […]

Read More...
June 5, 2025

NYC, NY Based Correspondent

About the job Job title: NYC based correspondent Location: New York, NY Department: News Gathering Terms: Permanent Full time position Salary/rate: 156k to 204k Requirements: Fluent in English Benefits: Health Insurance, PTO, 401k, 401k match, Life Insurance, Disability Insurance About us: MediaLinks TV, LLC provides […]

Read More...
June 5, 2025

Motion Designer

About the job Job title: Motion Designer Location: Washington, DC Department: Creative Terms: Permanent Full time position Salary/rate: 80k to 120k Requirements: Fluent in English Benefits: Health Insurance, PTO, 401k, 401k match, Life Insurance, Disability Insurance About us: MediaLinks TV, LLC provides production and administrative […]

Read More...
June 5, 2025

Field Videographer Editor

About the job About us: MediaLinks TV, LLC provides production and administrative support for information-based companies. MediaLinks TV, LLC serves CGTN America. CGTN America is an award-winning news organization that has been recognized for its high-quality, objective news coverage and programming. CGTN America in the […]

Read More...
June 5, 2025

Video Editor

About the job About us: MediaLinks TV, LLC provides production and administrative support for information-based companies. MediaLinks TV, LLC serves CGTN America. CGTN America is an award-winning news organization that has been recognized for its high-quality, objective news coverage and programming. CGTN America in the […]

Read More...
June 5, 2025

Guest Producer – New York City

About the job About us: MediaLinks TV, LLC provides production and administrative support for information-based companies. MediaLinks TV, LLC serves CGTN America. CGTN America is an award-winning news organization that has been recognized for its high-quality, objective news coverage and programming. CGTN America in the […]

Read More...
June 5, 2025

Line Producer – New York City

About the job About us: MediaLinks TV, LLC provides production and administrative support for information-based companies. MediaLinks TV, LLC serves CGTN America. CGTN America is an award-winning news organization that has been recognized for its high-quality, objective news coverage and programming. CGTN America in the […]

Read More...
June 5, 2025

Mandarin Chinese Correspondent

About the job About us: MediaLinks TV, LLC provides production and administrative support for information-based companies. MediaLinks TV, LLC serves CGTN America. CGTN America is an award-winning news organization that has been recognized for its high-quality, objective news coverage and programming. CGTN America in the […]

Read More...
June 4, 2025

How Trump’s trade war could hit the U.S. advertising industry

  Economic uncertainty, fueled by U.S. President Donald Trump’s trade war, could significantly impact the nation’s advertising industry during its most critical time of year, according to market experts. This comes as major U.S. media companies attempt to woo advertisers by showcasing their latest television […]

Read More...
June 4, 2025

U.S. doubles tariffs on imported steel and aluminum

  A new wrench in Donald Trump’s trade war. The U.S. President vowing to double tariffs on imported steel and aluminum on June 4. The move comes as his tariff plans face legal challenges in U.S. courts and a clock that’s ticking on the 90-day […]

Read More...
June 4, 2025

Water conflict rises at the U.S.-Mexico border

  The issue of water scarcity at the Mexico-U.S. border region has been a growing concern for decades. Both nations have faced severe droughts worsened by climate change resulting in lower water levels in key rivers and reservoirs. Recently, the crisis has seen Mexico drain […]

Read More...
June 4, 2025

Chinese language courses offered in Cuba

  Over the past few years, Chinese language courses have been offered at a junior high school in Havana, Cuba with successful results. Middle school students have developed good language skills thanks to a China-Cuba joint project implemented by the Cuban Ministry of Education and […]

Read More...
June 4, 2025

Violent attack on Colorado demonstrators

The suspect in Sunday’s attack on demonstrators in Boulder, Colorado, has been charged with a federal hate crime, several felonies, and is being held on a $10 million bond.Court documents say Mohamed Sabry Soliman planned the attack using makeshift incendiary devices for more than a […]

Read More...
June 3, 2025

The Heat: Mideast Crisis

Palestinians seeking aid in Gaza have been attacked and killed for a third day in a row, according to medics and officials in the south of the territory. Hamas says at least 27 people were shot dead, and many others wounded by Israeli fire, at […]

Read More...
2025 China-California Business Forum held in Los Angeles
June 3, 2025

2025 China-California Business Forum held in Los Angeles

Business leaders, entrepreneurs, and trade professionals have gathered in Los Angeles for the seventh annual China-California Business Forum. With this year’s theme, “Better Understanding, Better Business,” the event has brought together over 150 high-level business leaders and trade officials from across China and California, aiming […]

Read More...
Bethany Edmunds talks about AI governance gaps
June 3, 2025

Bethany Edmunds talks about AI governance gaps

Thousands of tech experts, startups and investors are converging at Web Summit Vancouver last week. The event this year has been dominated by one topic – Artificial Intelligence. Among the keynote speakers calling for a greater focus on the governance around AI is Bethany Edmunds […]

Read More...
June 2, 2025

The Heat: International Students in the U.S.

Uncertainty and outrage as international students across the U.S. try to navigate President Trump’s controversial student visa policies. In its latest announcement, the U.S. State Department says it will be vetting students’ social media accounts as part of the visa approval process. This is the […]

Read More...
June 2, 2025

Tobacco companies continue to target vulnerable people

World No Tobacco Day, observed annually on May 31, seeks to flag the dangers of smoking. A World Health Organization initiative, this year the theme is: Unmasking the Appeal: Exposing Industry Tactics on Tobacco and Nicotine Products. Poppie Mphuthing explains.

Read More...
June 2, 2025

US, Mexico battle for water use along border

A water dispute between the United States and Mexico is causing political tensions and human suffering along the two countries’ shared border, a region hit hard by climate change in recent years. CGTN’s Alasdair Baverstock has more.

Read More...
June 1, 2025

Trump unveils latest tariffs on steel imports

U.S. stocks, in particular the S&P 500 and NASDAQ, ended this week with their best month since 2023. But just as markets closed on Friday, Trump upped the ante once again. Trump announced even steeper duties on imports of steel and aluminum, speaking to steel […]

Read More...
May 31, 2025

Web Summit in Vancouver

Web Summit took place in Vancouver, Canada, this week. One of the featured speakers was Yaofei Feng. He is the Chinese-born co-founder of the food delivery company Fantuan. Founded in 2014, the Vancouver-based company has since grown into the largest Asian food delivery platform in […]

Read More...
May 31, 2025

Mexico’s unprecedented judicial reforms

Mexican voters will go to the polls on June 1st, and for the first time in history they will elect judges of all levels, including the Supreme Court. More than 2,600 candidates are competing for 881 federal judicial positions. Another election is scheduled for 2027 […]

Read More...
May 31, 2025

Family torn apart by deportation

As immigration enforcement intensifies across the U.S., thousands face removal without their day in court. One Miami mother shares her heartbreak after her son was deported to Cuba despite his marriage to a U.S. citizen and their young baby. Here’s CGTN’s Nitza Soledad Perez with […]

Read More...
May 31, 2025

California’s governor pushes to ban homeless encampments

In a landmark move, California’s governor Gavin Newsom launched a push to eradicate homeless encampments, while encouraging hundreds of local governments to effectively ban tent camps on sidewalks, bike paths, parklands and other types of public property. The move comes after a series of controversial […]

Read More...
May 30, 2025

The Heat: Shangri-La Dialogue

China is calling for a new vision of cooperative security for Asia and beyond, one based on mutual respect and multilateral engagement.  At the Shangri-La Dialogue in Singapore, Beijing has pushed back against hegemonism and foreign interference in Asia-Pacific affairs. But can dialogue help close […]

Read More...
May 30, 2025

Democratic Senators call for probe into Starlink

In Washington, Senate Democrats are calling for an investigation into claims that the Trump administration pressured foreign governments to approve Elon Musk’s Starlink internet service during ongoing U.S. trade negotiations. Jim Spellman reports for CGTN. #CGTNNews  

Read More...
May 30, 2025

Brazil closes zoo amid bird flu

Brazil has temporarily closed its zoo in Brasília after suspected bird flu cases, just days after confirming its first outbreak at a commercial poultry farm. As one of the world’s top poultry exporters, the outbreak has triggered import bans from several countries. Lucrecia Franco reports […]

Read More...
May 29, 2025

The Heat: Climate Crisis

Climate change is accelerating with devastating effects across the globe from sweltering heat and wildfires to torrential storms. 2024 was the hottest year on record and a new forecast says rising temperatures will likely break more heat records in the next five years. The World […]

Read More...
May 29, 2025

Colombia’s two-day strike calls for labor reform

In Colombia, the second day of a 48-hour national strike called for by President Gustavo Petro has been underway. Petro wanted a public show of support for a referendum to overhaul Colombia’s labor laws. CGTN Correspondent Michelle Begue has more.

Read More...