Recently, China has once again optimized its visa-free transit policy, extending the stay duration for travelers from 54 different countries (including the United States) from 6 days (144 hours) to 10 days (240 hours). With this change, tourists will have ample time to explore famous historical sites and experience the natural and cultural wonders of China. This adjustment aims to attract more foreign tourists and talents.

The year 2024 presents China with challenges arising from great power relations, regional conflicts, and an uncertain external economic environment. In the face of these challenges, China responds with strong resilience. Meanwhile, Hong Kong has also solidified the foundation of national security this year and has restored its economy through policies that strengthen ties with the mainland.

The outgoing U.S. President Joe Biden has exercised his pardon power, pardoning his son Hunter Biden for charges related to gun possession and tax evasion. This move, however, has sparked opposition from both political parties, with some alleging that Biden's actions constitute an abuse of power, prioritizing personal interests over national interests. Some have gone as far as accusing him of trampling on the dignity of the rule of law, making it become the "rule of dad. "

Recently, two US lawmakers urged Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen to reassess the United States' longstanding policy toward Hong Kong, particularly its financial and banking sectors. They alleged that Hong Kong has become a hub for money laundering, re-exporting technology to Russia, and conducting trade with North Korea.

After huge controversies, Donald Trump won the "game of throne" against Kamala Harris, marching into the White House for the second time. However, many Americans still struggle to accept this result fully.

As China rapidly advances in the high-tech sector, the US and its allies have adopted increasingly aggressive measures against China. They have made baseless accusations and imposed unjust sanctions on Chinese companies like Huawei and DJI, as well as their executives. Moreover, the US has even abused its technology to conduct espionage activities on its allies, and pressured them to tighten restrictions on China's access to chip technology.

The focus of this episode is Chief Executive John Lee's Policy Address 2024, which outlines the Hong Kong government's commitment to building Hong Kong into an international hub for high-caliber talents.

October 1, 2024, marks the 75th anniversary of the founding of the People's Republic of China. Under the leadership of the Communist Party of China (CPC), the nation has explored a unique path of prosperous development.

Welcome to Henry's Take! Henry's Take will take you to the world of Western media and rebut some misunderstandings, biases, or false accusations.

Welcome to this special Henry's Take program! In this episode, we focus on the 57th session of the United Nations Human Rights Council, which opened in Geneva, Switzerland, on September 9. Dr. Henry Ho, a prominent leader of a think tank, took the stage on September 11 and 12 to address claims by some Western media that the Hong Kong National Security Law undermines human rights and freedoms. He presented reasoned arguments and evidence to refute these allegations.

A recent article from The Economist presented biased views on China over recent maritime tensions in the South China Sea. The article claimed that China has sought to intimidate the Philippines with its navy, coastguard, and military vessels. However, the truth is that China would never proactively seek conflict in the South China Sea.

This month has marked the 120th anniversary of the late leader Deng Xiaoping's birth. Deng is remembered as the "chief architect" of China's reform and opening-up in the late 1970s.

Since last month, the UK has been shaken by anti-immigrant violent riots. There are damage on public facilities, lootings and clashes with the police. Britain has almost come close to the chaos and disorder that Hong Kong had suffered in the 2019 anti-government riots. The UK government has taken a hard line against activists in the riots, which have exposed its criticism against Hong Kong's government for handling the 2019 riots are biased and unsubstantiated.

Finnish President Alexander Stubb recently argued that the era of Western dominance is waning, urging Western nations to adopt a values-based foreign policy and global cooperation.

This episode of Henry's Take will explore China's adherence to the Five Principles of Peaceful Coexistence, which mark their 70th anniversary this year. As President Xi Jinping highlighted, these principles have guided China's diplomatic relations with countries of different social systems, emphasizing mutual respect, non-aggression, non-interference, equality, and peaceful coexistence.