# China blocks Manus acquisition: What signal does this send?

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Podcast: [World Today](https://stenobird.com/podcast/world-today-319503)
Published: 2026-04-28T13:19:00+00:00
Episode link: 1_2764528
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① China blocks foreign acquisition of Manus project. What signal does this send? (00:46) ② Putin voices support for Iran — impact on U.S.–Iran talks?(11:35) ③ Merz criticizes U.S. strategy in Iran conflict. Where is transatlantic relations heading? (24:00) ④ CATL unveils six-minute EV battery charging. What does this mean for EV industry transformation? (34:20) ⑤ China adds 38 new university majors. What does this reveal about future talent priorities? (43:45)

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