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More and more Chinese state-owned enterprises are unable to repay their loans. But the state no longer wants to protect them – and is criticizing its rating agencies.
By Frank Sieren
With the Hualong One nuclear reactor, which has just been connected to the grid, China has also succeeded in making the leap into European business as a plant manufacturer. In their own country, the manufacturers want to become independent of foreign suppliers. The strategy: China will massively expand nuclear power in order to achieve its climate goals.
By Christiane Kuehl
Angela Merkel wanted to crown her EU Council presidency with an investment protection agreement with China. For a long time, it looked as if the negotiations would fail. But the talks are continuing this week – not without prospects of success.
By Amelie Richter
After a rocky start, China has clearly ended 2020 on a high note, having brought the pandemic under control and strengthened its position both in Asia and on the global stage. Though the world has been spared another four years of Donald Trump, America and its allies will have their work cut out for them.
By Ning Wang