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The Olympic Games in Tokyo have begun. At long last it's no longer just about Covid or scandals, but about points, goals, and gold, silver and bronze. In Rio, China ended up in a disappointing third place in the medal table. In Tokyo, the haul is expected to be much greater. But on whom do China's hopes for gold rest?
By Michael Radunski
How has China managed to become the technological innovator it is today? How competitive are China's innovations? Economists from the Kiel Institute for the World Economy (IfW) and King's College London have analyzed data of over 170,000 Chinese companies. Their findings: The strong export orientation of Chinese firms across all sizes and industries has contributed significantly to their success.
By Felix Lee
It's a bit reminiscent of the rejection of the manuscript for Harry Potter by numerous publishers: When Xi Jinping wanted to join the Chinese Communist Party in the early 1970s, officials rejected his application for political reasons. Later, he had to cheat his way into university because he was not to be given a spot initially. An autobiography by the future head of state allows for fascinating insights into this time – and partly explains his way of thinking.
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