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4月26日，台湾两大在野党在台北市凯达格兰大道举行“反绿共、战独裁 [https://www.zaobao.com.sg/realtime/china/story20250426-6249517]”聚会。 在野国民党籍的立法院长韩国瑜 [https://www.zaobao.com.sg/keywords/han-guo-yu]、台北市长蒋万安 [https://www.zaobao.com.sg/keywords/jiang-wan]、台中市长卢秀燕 [https://www.zaobao.com.sg/keywords/lu-xiu-yan]、国民党主席朱立伦 [https://www.zaobao.com.sg/keywords/zhu-li-lun]都站到台前激情演讲，反对正在如火如荼进行的罢免立法委员运动。朱立伦还喊出了520后罢免总统赖清德的口号。 在野阵营也出现了难得的大和解大团结。第三势力民众党主席黄国昌激情宣誓，“台湾民众党不会害怕，台湾民众党站在对抗赖清德独裁道路上，我们一步都不会退。” 主办方说，426集会吸引了25万民众参加。不过，根据台北市警方的保守估计，这场聚会则是有6万人参加。 这期的早报播客《东谈西论 [https://www.zaobao.com/keywords/global-heartbeat]》，听主持人韩咏红 [https://www.zaobao.com.sg/byline/han-yong-hong]与台湾中央警察大学国境警察学系助理教授王智胜探讨蓝白合作举行的426集会是否会成为台湾政治的转捩点？ 延伸阅读： * 台湾特稿：美国高关税狂烧 台湾大罢免不熄 [https://www.zaobao.com.sg/news/china/story20250420-6200843] * 蓝白集会“战独裁” 朱立伦称520后将罢免赖清德 [https://www.zaobao.com.sg/news/china/story20250426-6250153] Last Saturday, tens of thousands gathered in Taipei for a major opposition rally organised by the Kuomintang (KMT), voicing concerns over what they see as increasing authoritarian tendencies under the ruling Democratic Progressive Party (DPP). The "Anti-Green Terror, Fight Dictatorship" rally featured prominent figures including former Kaohsiung Mayor Han Kuo-yu, Taipei Mayor Chiang Wan-an, Taichung Mayor Lu Shiow-yen, and KMT Chairman Eric Chu. The rally comes amid a wave of recall campaigns targeting legislators, primarily from the pan-blue camp, and accusations from the KMT of political persecution by the DPP government. Notably, KMT Chairman Eric Chu has called for the recall of President Lai Ching-te following his upcoming inauguration anniversary in May. The presence of former Taiwan People’s Party (TPP) chairman Huang Kuo-chang underscored a rare moment of unity among opposition forces. While organisers claimed attendance reached 250,000, police estimates placed the crowd closer to 60,000. This event highlights growing public scrutiny of the DPP’s governance and raises questions about whether this opposition unity signals a turning point in Taiwan’s political landscape. Join Global Heartbeat podcast host Han Yong Hong and guest Dr. Arthur Wang Zhin-Sheng, Assistant Professor at Taiwan's Central Police University as they explore the implications of this rally and the evolving dynamics of Taiwanese politics.  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, Spotify and other podcast platforms. See omnystudio.com/listener [https://omnystudio.com/listener] for privacy information.

美国特朗普政府对英伟达 [https://www.zaobao.com.sg/keywords/ying-wei-da]“特供”中国的H20晶片祭出出口管制后，英伟达首席执行官黄仁勋 [https://www.zaobao.com.sg/keywords/huang-ren-xun]旋风式访华，与中国总理何立峰、中国国际贸易促进委员会会长任鸿斌、上海市长龚正等会面，强调英伟达坚定不移服务中国市场的立场。 黄仁勋指出，中国市场对英伟达非常重要，中国产业的科技实力让人印象深刻，过去30年里让英伟达获益。 据英伟达估计，特朗普政府的禁令将给英伟达带来55亿美元的损失。英伟达、AMD、英特尔等美国晶片企业的股价也都大跌。 这期的早报播客《东谈西论 [https://www.zaobao.com/keywords/global-heartbeat]》，听主持人韩咏红 [https://www.zaobao.com.sg/byline/han-yong-hong]与新加坡优势研究咨询公司创始人兼CEO张帆探讨黄仁勋是否会改变美国对中国的晶片出售禁令？ 延伸阅读： * 专家：美国晶片禁令反助中国创新占领全球市场 [https://www.zaobao.com.sg/news/china/story20250420-6217183] * 黄仁勋赴中国稳市场 学者判断特朗普晶片战略对华不让步 [https://www.zaobao.com.sg/finance/china/story20250418-6210400] The US has intensified its chip war with China by imposing new restrictions on Nvidia’s H20 chips, requiring export licenses and effectively blocking sales to Chinese firms. Nvidia expects the new rules to cost it $5.5 billion, and its stock dropped sharply after the announcement.  Shortly after, CEO Jensen Huang visited China to meet senior officials, underscoring the country’s importance to Nvidia’s business and the global semiconductor industry. Analysts warn these restrictions could accelerate China’s own chip development and boost local competitors like Huawei, potentially diminishing US influence in the sector.  Join Global Heartbeat podcast host Han Yong Hong and guest Tim Zhang, Founder & CEO of Edge Research as they discuss the far-reaching implications of these developments. 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, Spotify and other podcast platforms. See omnystudio.com/listener [https://omnystudio.com/listener] for privacy information.

自从3月11日出席中国全国两会闭幕式以后，中共军队的二号人物、中央军委副主席何卫东就没有再公开露面。何卫东没有出现在3月14日的《反分裂国家法》实施20周年座谈会 [https://www.zaobao.com.sg/news/china/story20250314-6019568]上，也没有参加4月2日在北京通州举行的义务植树活动，更没有现身4月8日的中央周边工作会议 [https://www.zaobao.com.sg/news/china/story20250410-6149108]。 在这场会议上，中共政治局委员几乎全员出席，除了何卫东。这是不是等于对外证实了何卫东已经出事？他犯了什么问题？ 就在这个月初，中共高层也出现了一次罕见的人事异动：中共中央统战部部长石泰峰与中共中央组织部部长李干杰对调了职务 [https://www.zaobao.com.sg/realtime/china/story20250402-6104055]。这期的早报播客《东谈西论 [https://www.zaobao.com/keywords/global-heartbeat]》，听主持人韩咏红 [https://www.zaobao.com.sg/byline/han-yong-hong]与台湾国立政治大学政治系教授寇健文聊中国高层在短期内出现罕见的人事异动，这里头有什么蹊跷？ 延伸阅读： * 中共高层出现罕见人事调整 中组部统战部对调一把手 [https://www.zaobao.com.sg/news/china/story20250403-6109102] * 【东谈西论】解放军高层落马 传言不断 [https://www.zaobao.com.sg/news/china/story20250401-6101886] The sudden disappearance of General He Weidong, Vice Chairman of China's Central Military Commission, has sparked intense speculation about potential power struggles within the Chinese Communist Party (CCP).  He Weidong, considered the second-most powerful figure in the Chinese military, has been absent from public view since the closing of the National People's Congress on March 11. His absence from key events, including the 20th anniversary of the Anti-Secession Law, has fuelled rumours of his potential downfall. Adding to the intrigue is a recent, unexpected reshuffling within the CCP Politburo. Shi Taifeng, former head of the United Front Work Department, and Li Ganjie, former head of the Organisation Department, have swapped positions. This abrupt shift in such crucial roles has further intensified speculation about internal political dynamics.  While some analysts suggest a potential purge within the military, others posit that the reshuffle could be related to broader policy shifts or simply routine personnel changes. The lack of official explanation from Beijing only adds to the mystery surrounding these events. These developments raise critical questions about the stability of the CCP leadership and the direction of China's political and military trajectory. Is this a sign of Xi Jinping consolidating power, or is there something more at play? This episode of Global Heartbeat podcast invites Professor Chien-Wen Kou from the Department of Political Science, Taiwan’s National Chengchi University to provide insightful analysis on these recent events and their implications. 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, Spotify and other podcast platforms. See omnystudio.com/listener [https://omnystudio.com/listener] for privacy information.

美国总统特朗普在4月2日当天如期宣布，将对美国在全球的180个贸易伙伴加征关税 [https://www.zaobao.com.sg/realtime/world/story20250403-6109807]。最低的税率是10%，最高则高达50%。 特朗普认为，加征关税会让制造业再次回到美国，让美国再次富有起来。但他的关税主义带来的，却是美国股市连日暴跌 [https://www.zaobao.com.sg/news/world/story20250405-6123111]。 在中国宣布反制措施后，星期一开盘的亚太股市也全线大跌约10% [https://www.zaobao.com.sg/realtime/world/story20250407-6129280]。 特朗普说，美国需要吃药治病 [https://www.zaobao.com.sg/news/world/story20250407-6131491]。他给大家开的这剂“关税药”，究竟会给世界带来什么？中美经济会因此脱钩吗？ 这期的早报播客《东谈西论 [https://www.zaobao.com/keywords/global-heartbeat]》，听主持人韩咏红 [https://www.zaobao.com.sg/byline/han-yong-hong]与新加坡优势研究咨询公司创始人兼CEO张帆及新加坡管理大学李光前商学院副教授傅方剑解析特朗普开的“关税药”如何影响全球的经济体。 延伸阅读： * 吴汉钧：是解放日还是毁国日？ [https://www.zaobao.com.sg/forum/views/story20250406-6122969] * 王舒杨：特朗普实验 [https://www.zaobao.com.sg/forum/views/story20250406-6123072] Global markets are reeling after US President Donald Trump announced sweeping new tariffs on imports from 180 global trade partners. Trump described these tariffs as "medicine" for unfair trade practices, asserting they are necessary to revive American manufacturing and boost the U.S. economy. However, the move has triggered sharp criticism from international leaders and sent global stock markets into a tailspin. Asian economies are bracing for significant impacts, as some of the highest tariff rates target the region. For example, China faces a cumulative tariff rate of 54%, including earlier duties, while Vietnam and Cambodia face rates as high as 46% and 49%, respectively. China has already announced retaliatory measures, including a 34% tariff on US goods and restrictions on rare earth exports, escalating fears of a global trade war. While Trump insists these measures will level the playing field, critics argue they will harm American consumers, disrupt global supply chains, and strain international trade relations. The international community is scrambling to respond. Several nations, including Japan and India, are seeking negotiations with the U.S., while others are considering counter-tariffs of their own. The long-term consequences of Trump’s "medicine" remain uncertain, but the immediate impact has been widespread market volatility and growing concerns about a potential global recession. Tune in to Global Heartbeat for in-depth discussion on the implications of Trump’s tariff policies with Tim Zhang, Founder & CEO of Edge Research, and Fu Fangjian, Associate Professor of Finance at Singapore Management University’s Lee Kong Chian School of Business. 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, Spotify and other podcast platforms.   See omnystudio.com/listener [https://omnystudio.com/listener] for privacy information.

中国人民解放军 [https://www.zaobao.com.sg/keywords/zhong-guo-ren-min-jie-fang-jun]最近又传出有高层落马。 近日有传言称中央军委副主席何卫东出事，导火索是在3月14日中国官方举行的《反分裂国家法》实施20周年座谈会 [https://www.zaobao.com.sg/realtime/china/story20250314-6016304]上，何卫东与另一名中央军委副主席张又侠均未露面。随后，3月20日，中共总书记习近平 [https://www.zaobao.com.sg/keywords/xi-jin-ping]接见驻昆明部队上校以上领导干部时，两人依然缺席，引发更多猜测。 截至目前，何卫东已20天未公开露面。他真的出事了吗？为何关于解放军高层落马的传闻这么多？所谓的政治斗争，又有多少可信度？ 这期的早报播客《东谈西论 [https://www.zaobao.com/keywords/global-heartbeat]》，听主持人韩咏红 [https://www.zaobao.com.sg/byline/han-yong-hong]与《联合早报》中国新闻资深高级记者于泽远 [https://www.zaobao.com.sg/byline/yu-ze-yuan]详细解析何卫东落马的传言有多可靠？ 延伸阅读： * 沈泽玮：当中国军方高层久未露面 [https://www.zaobao.com.sg/news/china/story20250329-6087688] * 于泽远：两会最受关注的记者会 [https://www.zaobao.com.sg/news/china/story20250310-5990539] The sudden disappearance of General He Weidong, Vice Chairman of China's Central Military Commission (CMC) has sparked widespread speculation about a potential purge within the People's Liberation Army (PLA). Formerly Commander of the Eastern Theatre Command and a close ally of President Xi Jinping, the 68-year-old general has been absent from public view since March 11, missing key events such as the symposium marking the 20th anniversary of the Anti-Secession Law and meetings with Xi. His disappearance follows a series of high-profile purges targeting senior PLA officials under Xi’s anti-corruption campaign, raising concerns about internal power struggles and political instability within China’s military leadership. In this episode of Global Heartbeat podcast, join host Han Yonghong and Lianhe Zaobao's China News Copy Editor Yu Zeyuan as they investigate the mystery surrounding He Weidong’s disappearance and its implications for China's political landscape.  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, Spotify and other podcast platforms. See omnystudio.com/listener [https://omnystudio.com/listener] for privacy information.