Technology
Netherlands: How the new cabinet is readjusting relations with China
The new Dutch government is starting with a clear message regarding China: the People's Republic remains a partner – but at a distance. With executive moves such as Tom Berendsen and Sjoerd Sjoerdsma, The Hague is focusing on security and strategy.
By Amelie Richter
Investments
Gold rush: The dynamics of China’s herd mentality
Chinese investors are piling into virtual gold, bars and coins even as jewelry sales slump. Major banks are urging restraint.
By Jörn Petring
Diplomacy
MSC: A vast sense of uncertainty in Asia
US President Donald Trump’s erratic policies are unsettling many Asian countries. Across the region, states are seeking deeper partnerships with Europe as uncertainty grows in the shadow of an increasingly self-confident China.
By Angela Köckritz
Indo-Pacific
Taiwan: Why an invasion could trigger a multi-front war
A military conflict over Taiwan could rapidly escalate into a multi-front war. Japan, South Korea and US forces stationed in the region would be at risk, while North Korea and Russia could also become involved.
By Andreas Landwehr
Media freedom
Online sphere: “Walled garden flourishing on its own terms”
In “The Wall Dancers,” author Yi-Ling Liu portrays a vibrant digital ecosystem that remains far more dynamic – despite censorship – than many in the West like to assume. China’s capacity for innovation, she argues, is still being underestimated.
By Fabian Peltsch
Economy
Growth: What tepid provincial forecasts mean for China’s economic planners
Many Chinese provinces and regions have lowered their economic targets for this year. The adjustments are seen as a signal that the leadership in Beijing may also announce a lower national growth target.
By Jörn Petring
European Commission
Draft port strategy: More robust action against investors from China
Investments from third countries in EU ports are to be subject to stricter controls. This is stipulated in a draft of the port strategy, which is available to Table.Briefings.
By Markus Grabitz
Geopolitics
Arctic: How strong is China’s military presence really?
China’s presence in the Arctic is growing. Many fear that Beijing is also expanding this militarily, especially in cooperation with Moscow. So far, however, the focus has been more on risk assessments of China’s technological potential.
By Fabian Peltsch
China (English)
Table of Contents - Edition 1263 from February 11th, 2026
- End of the export boom: How Europe wants to become more competitive
- EVs: Why Chinese manufacturers are blocking simpler repairs
- Table.Documents: Current China studies
- EU: Kallas warns against rapprochement with China
- Nexperia: Court upholds suspension of Chinese CEO
- Global Gateway: German government wants to give EU initiative a stronger economic focus
- Baltic Sea: Chinese captain pleads not guilty after undersea cable damage
- Espionage: Ex-US military officer in Germany attempted to give China intel
- Art scandal: Nanjing Museum engaged in illegal insider trading
- Graph of the Day: China's different partners
- Asia.table Opinion: Takaichi at the top
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