Chongqing - The first international broadcast program from Chongqing, the 262nd episode of “Let's Meet,” titled “Chongqing Stories In Picture Books” and produced by WCICO, will air globally on November 11.

In Conversation with Martin Jacques (Part II)

Artificial intelligence is reshaping the world, bringing both new opportunities and challenges. As this technological transformation unfolds, who will set the rules? And how can developing countries take part? In this episode, British scholar Martin Jacques explores the opportunities and governance challenges of the AI era. He compares the respective strengths of China and the United States in AI development, as well as their different approaches to regulation. He also notes that addressing both the opportunities and risks of AI requires stronger international cooperation and broader participation from countries worldwide.

Diplomat’s Chongqing Kitchen

What happens when Chongqing’s signature spicy hotpot meets Australian flavors? On October 23, the Australian edition of “Diplomat’s Chongqing Kitchen” took place in Chongqing, bringing together more than 120 guests from Chongqing and Australia. Food served as a bridge for friendship and exchange, creating opportunities for connection and cooperation. From Chongqing hotpot and spicy chicken to Angus beef and Australian wine, the event offered a taste of how the two places' culinary cultures meet.

Canadian Delegation Discovers Chongqing

What kind of impression does a city leave on visitors from far away? A 119-member Canadian delegation recently visited Chongqing, where the city's striking landscape left them amazed—from a drone-lit night sky to bridges and highway interchanges stacked at different levels, and lively street scenes. 2026 marks the 40th anniversary of Chongqing and Toronto becoming sister cities. The visit showed that friendship between cities is built not only through cooperation projects, but also through genuine, everyday encounters between people.

A Different Chongqing Through His Paintings

What does Chongqing look like through the eyes of Liu Heyue, a local picture-book artist who was born and raised in the city? He incorporates folk legends and local history into works such as Golden Bamboo Temple, Hugui Stone, and The Cave. His stories have also found new ways to reach audiences. Some of his works have been adapted into multilingual animated films, while Hugui Stone was brought to life in a large-scale drone light show over Chongqing, drawing international media attention. From the pages of picture books to the night sky, how does Liu use his art to tell Chongqing's stories? And what inspiration does the city offer him? In this episode, let's step into his world of picture books.

“Let’s Meet” airs every Wednesday and Saturday at 6:00 p.m. and is simultaneously released across Chongqing Satellite TV, the official Let's Meet WeChat Channels account, the official Let's Meet YouTube channel, the Bridging News app, the iChongqing website, iChongqing's Facebook account and YouTube channel, as well as WCICO's global communication network and Chongqing Satellite TV's new media platforms.