Russia and North Korea have signed a military pact. The treaty appears to be geared towards the current needs of both countries. However, a closer look shows that it could be dangerous for the security of the West.
By Michael Radunski
The EU intends to impose extra tariffs on Chinese EVs. China is furious. And a few days later, Beijing announced its first countermeasure: An anti-dumping investigation into European pork.
By Amelie Richter
Is the Chinese market indispensable? The company Transsion from Shenzhen proves otherwise. It has consciously chosen not to sell its smartphones in its home country and is now achieving significant success in the global south.
By Jörn Petring
German universities have few options to counter the surveillance of Chinese students by CCP agencies. They are mostly unaware of the monitoring and mutual denunciation among students.
By Marcel Grzanna
After President Lai Ching-te took office, China began large-scale military exercises yesterday to simulate a blockade and put the "independence forces" on the island in their place. Moreover, conflicts in the opposition-controlled parliament overshadowed Lai's inauguration. Further protests are planned for Friday.
By David Demes
The overcapacity in the photovoltaic sector is also causing a crisis and price war in China – along the entire supply chain. Solar manufacturer Longi even warns of dying companies and calls for an end to dumping prices.
By Christiane Kuehl
China's distant-water fishing fleet systematically violates human rights and animal welfare. German and European consumers are virtually powerless because the drastic violations are hidden in loopholes in the certification processes.
By Marcel Grzanna
At the final stop of his European tour, Xi Jinping meets his close ally Viktor Orbán in Hungary. This stop is the most critical of Xi’s journey. Beijing invests heavily – and in return, gains significant political influence.
By Michael Radunski
Research regarding the current state of ship propulsion systems and the illegal export of lasers: Three spies allegedly passed on information about cutting-edge technology to China in exchange for money.
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Today marks the start of the Munich Security Conference. Europe looks primarily to Ukraine and the Middle East. But tensions are also rising in Asia. Defense spending is rising to record levels – and threatens to become a cost trap.
By Michael Radunski
