Spain and Ireland, along with Slovenia and Malta, have reportedly agreed to take the first steps towards recognition of a Palestinian state, seeing a two-state solution as essential for lasting peace. In the wake of the Gaza conflict, support for Palestine has been gaining momentum. #Heat #Palestine #Gaza #Israel Joining the discussion:  Dr. Mustafa Barghouti is founder of the Palestinian National Initiative Edmund Ghareeb is an academic and Middle East analyst.  Said Arikat is the Washington correspondent for the Palestinian newspaper, Al-Quds Daily.   Amotz Asa-El is a senior commentator with The Jerusalem Post, and a research fellow at the Shalom Hartman Institute. Watch CGTN LIVE on your computer, tablet or mobile https://cgtnamerica.vhx.tv/videos/hd-live-broadcasts Subscribe to CGTN America on YouTube Follow CGTN America: Twitter: @cgtnamerica Facebook: @cgtnamerica Instagram: @cgtnamerica TikTok: @newstoks This material is distributed by MediaLinks TV, LLC on behalf of CCTV. Additional information is available at the Department of Justice, Washington, D.C.

“Why should much-needed high-quality capacity which benefits all be contained?” Chinese Ambassador Xie Feng questioned in his speech on May 16, 2024. He pointed out that the accusation of so-called “China’s overcapacity” is untenable. Watch CGTN LIVE on your computer, tablet or mobile https://cgtnamerica.vhx.tv/videos/hd-live-broadcasts Subscribe to CGTN America on YouTube Follow CGTN America: Twitter: @cgtnamerica Facebook: @cgtnamerica Instagram: @cgtnamerica TikTok: @newstoks This material is distributed by MediaLinks TV, LLC on behalf of CCTV. Additional information is available at the Department of Justice, Washington, D.C.

Condolences and shock as the UN and U.S. officials react to the sudden death of Iran's President and Foreign Minister. President Ebrahim Raisi, along with the country's Foreign Minister Hossein Amirabdollahian were found dead on Monday morning, May 20, after the helicopter they were traveling in crashed in dense fog. Jody Jacobs reports from New York. Watch CGTN LIVE on your computer, tablet or mobile https://cgtnamerica.vhx.tv/videos/hd-live-broadcasts Subscribe to CGTN America on YouTube Follow CGTN America: Twitter: @cgtnamerica Facebook: @cgtnamerica Instagram: @cgtnamerica TikTok: @newstoks This material is distributed by MediaLinks TV, LLC on behalf of CCTV. Additional information is available at the Department of Justice, Washington, D.C.

Mexico’s three presidential candidates faced off for the final time in their third and final debate Sunday night, just before Mexico’s June 2nd elections. The focus in the final debate was how to improve security across Mexico. CGTN’s Franc Contreras reports from Mexico City. Watch CGTN LIVE on your computer, tablet or mobile https://cgtnamerica.vhx.tv/videos/hd-live-broadcasts Subscribe to CGTN America on YouTube Follow CGTN America: Twitter: @cgtnamerica Facebook: @cgtnamerica Instagram: @cgtnamerica TikTok: @newstoks This material is distributed by MediaLinks TV, LLC on behalf of CCTV. Additional information is available at the Department of Justice, Washington, D.C.

Dominican Republic has elected its president Luis Abinader for a second term in the elections held over the weekend. Correspondent Michelle Begue reports from the Dominican Republic. Watch CGTN LIVE on your computer, tablet or mobile https://cgtnamerica.vhx.tv/videos/hd-live-broadcasts Subscribe to CGTN America on YouTube Follow CGTN America: Twitter: @cgtnamerica Facebook: @cgtnamerica Instagram: @cgtnamerica TikTok: @newstoks This material is distributed by MediaLinks TV, LLC on behalf of CCTV. Additional information is available at the Department of Justice, Washington, D.C.

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CGTN's Asieh Namdar spoke to Wang Dan, Chief Economist at the Hang Seng Bank China, about the new measures announced by the People’s Bank of China, to support the real estate sector, including lowering minimum down payments and a $42B pledge to help state-owned enterprises buy unsold property. #biz #bizshow #China #economy #property Watch CGTN LIVE on your computer, tablet or mobile https://cgtnamerica.vhx.tv/videos/hd-live-broadcasts Subscribe to CGTN America on YouTube Follow CGTN America: Twitter: @cgtnamerica Facebook: @cgtnamerica Instagram: @cgtnamerica TikTok: @newstoks This material is distributed by MediaLinks TV, LLC on behalf of CCTV. Additional information is available at the Department of Justice, Washington, D.C.

CGTN's Asieh Namdar speaks to Payam Zamani, a California investor, entrepreneur and philanthropist, and the CEO of One Planet Group, who is aiming to change American's corporate culture, and helping people rethink capitalism. #biz #bizshow #oneplanetsummit #altruism #capitalism Watch CGTN LIVE on your computer, tablet or mobile https://cgtnamerica.vhx.tv/videos/hd-live-broadcasts Subscribe to CGTN America on YouTube Follow CGTN America: Twitter: @cgtnamerica Facebook: @cgtnamerica Instagram: @cgtnamerica TikTok: @newstoks This material is distributed by MediaLinks TV, LLC on behalf of CCTV. Additional information is available at the Department of Justice, Washington, D.C.

Students graduating from Washington, D.C.'s George Washington University speak about their continued support for Palestine, even in the face of possible backlash. CGTN's Poppie Mphuthing was at the commencement of this year's graduation. #CGTNNews Watch CGTN LIVE on your computer, tablet or mobile https://cgtnamerica.vhx.tv/videos/hd-live-broadcasts Subscribe to CGTN America on YouTube Follow CGTN America: Twitter: @cgtnamerica Facebook: @cgtnamerica Instagram: @cgtnamerica TikTok: @newstoks This material is distributed by MediaLinks TV, LLC on behalf of CCTV. Additional information is available at the Department of Justice, Washington, D.C.

It's election day in the Dominican Republic. Incumbent President Luis Abinader is running for a second term. What are the issues Dominicans are worried about? Our Correspondent Michelle Begue has more from the Dominican Republic. Watch CGTN LIVE on your computer, tablet or mobile https://cgtnamerica.vhx.tv/videos/hd-live-broadcasts Subscribe to CGTN America on YouTube Follow CGTN America: Twitter: @cgtnamerica Facebook: @cgtnamerica Instagram: @cgtnamerica TikTok: @newstoks This material is distributed by MediaLinks TV, LLC on behalf of CCTV. Additional information is available at the Department of Justice, Washington, D.C.

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May 21 marks the International Tea Day. It aims to raise awareness of the long history and the deep cultural and economic significance of tea around the world. Our correspondent Zhang Yingzhe is visiting a tea salon in Vancouver, Canada, to find out how to make a perfect maple tea. Check it out. #cgtnnews Watch CGTN LIVE on your computer, tablet or mobile https://cgtnamerica.vhx.tv/videos/hd-live-broadcasts Subscribe to CGTN America on YouTube Follow CGTN America: Twitter: @cgtnamerica Facebook: @cgtnamerica Instagram: @cgtnamerica TikTok: @newstoks This material is distributed by MediaLinks TV, LLC on behalf of CCTV. Additional information is available at the Department of Justice, Washington, D.C.

Donald Trump has received the endorsement of the largest gun-rights group in the United States. The National Rifle Association gave its blessing at its annual meeting Saturday, potentially unlocking tens-of-millions of dollars in fresh campaign money. As he accepted the endorsement, the former president promised to roll back gun safety regulations if reelected, calling himself the “best friend gun owners ever had in the White House.” Watch CGTN LIVE on your computer, tablet or mobile https://cgtnamerica.vhx.tv/videos/hd-live-broadcasts Subscribe to CGTN America on YouTube Follow CGTN America: Twitter: @cgtnamerica Facebook: @cgtnamerica Instagram: @cgtnamerica TikTok: @newstoks This material is distributed by MediaLinks TV, LLC on behalf of CCTV. Additional information is available at the Department of Justice, Washington, D.C.

Voting is underway in the Dominican Republic for a crucial presidential election. CGTN’s Michelle Begue speaks with voters about the important issues facing the country. Watch CGTN LIVE on your computer, tablet or mobile https://cgtnamerica.vhx.tv/videos/hd-live-broadcasts Subscribe to CGTN America on YouTube Follow CGTN America: Twitter: @cgtnamerica Facebook: @cgtnamerica Instagram: @cgtnamerica TikTok: @newstoks This material is distributed by MediaLinks TV, LLC on behalf of CCTV. Additional information is available at the Department of Justice, Washington, D.C.

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Though scaled down for the rain, supporters of Palestinians rallied in Washington, D.C. on Saturday, May 18. The demonstration was organized to commemorate the 76th anniversary of the Nakba, or ‘catastrophe’ that was the forced expulsion of 750,000 Palestinians from their land in the two years preceding the establishment of the state of Israel in 1948. CGTN’s Poppie Mphuthing was on site at the National Mall speaking with protesters. Take a look. #CGTNnews Watch CGTN LIVE on your computer, tablet or mobile https://cgtnamerica.vhx.tv/videos/hd-live-broadcasts Subscribe to CGTN America on YouTube Follow CGTN America: Twitter: @cgtnamerica Facebook: @cgtnamerica Instagram: @cgtnamerica TikTok: @newstoks This material is distributed by MediaLinks TV, LLC on behalf of CCTV. Additional information is available at the Department of Justice, Washington, D.C.

Rebeca Andrade made history at the 2020 Tokyo Olympics by becoming the first South American woman to win silver in the all-around event and the first Brazilian to earn gold on the vault. She remains one of Brazil's hopefuls for the podium at this summer's Paris Games. Watch CGTN LIVE on your computer, tablet or mobile https://cgtnamerica.vhx.tv/videos/hd-live-broadcasts Subscribe to CGTN America on YouTube Follow CGTN America: Twitter: @cgtnamerica Facebook: @cgtnamerica Instagram: @cgtnamerica TikTok: @newstoks This material is distributed by MediaLinks TV, LLC on behalf of CCTV. Additional information is available at the Department of Justice, Washington, D.C.

The Dominican Republic holds its presidential election on Sunday, May 19, with the country's economy and security at the top of voters' concerns. The leading candidate is the current president, who is campaigning on a slogan that says “change continues.” President Luis Abinader's popularity is high, but citizens say there is a still a lot to do. Watch CGTN LIVE on your computer, tablet or mobile https://cgtnamerica.vhx.tv/videos/hd-live-broadcasts Subscribe to CGTN America on YouTube Follow CGTN America: Twitter: @cgtnamerica Facebook: @cgtnamerica Instagram: @cgtnamerica TikTok: @newstoks This material is distributed by MediaLinks TV, LLC on behalf of CCTV. Additional information is available at the Department of Justice, Washington, D.C.

Air China has resumed direct flights between Beijing and Havana. The air connection was interrupted in 2020 by the COVID-19 pandemic. The new flights, which include a stop-over in Madrid, are expected to help increase connectivity and encourage a larger number of Chinese tourists to visit Cuba. Watch CGTN LIVE on your computer, tablet or mobile https://cgtnamerica.vhx.tv/videos/hd-live-broadcasts Subscribe to CGTN America on YouTube Follow CGTN America: Twitter: @cgtnamerica Facebook: @cgtnamerica Instagram: @cgtnamerica TikTok: @newstoks This material is distributed by MediaLinks TV, LLC on behalf of CCTV. Additional information is available at the Department of Justice, Washington, D.C.

Luca Berrone, board member of Iowa Sister States, recently lead a delegation of young people from Muscatine High School to China. Ten years ago, Chinese President Xi Jinping proposed the vision of a community with a shared future for mankind. Over the past decade, China has been building communities with a shared future with scores of countries and regions. Berrone reflects on the current policies of the U.S. toward China, and which areas he thinks the two countries can cooperate on. Watch CGTN LIVE on your computer, tablet or mobile https://cgtnamerica.vhx.tv/videos/hd-live-broadcasts Subscribe to CGTN America on YouTube Follow CGTN America: Twitter: @cgtnamerica Facebook: @cgtnamerica Instagram: @cgtnamerica TikTok: @newstoks This material is distributed by MediaLinks TV, LLC on behalf of CCTV. Additional information is available at the Department of Justice, Washington, D.C.