Weak consumption, a lack of economic recovery and Trump's looming presidency are obvious issues that will keep the People's Republic busy in the new year. What else is on Beijing's to-do list for 2025?
By Amelie Richter
In their award-winning video channel "Our Chinese Life," the British-Dutch Kay family talks about their everyday life in China. In their adopted home of Shenzhen, they are now recognized on the street.
By Redaktion Table
To treat psychiatric illnesses more effectively, Beijing plans to close treatment deficits. To this end, services are being expanded across the country, but how these will be staffed remains to be seen.
By Ning Wang
The Chinese Ministry of Commerce has placed export controls on 28 US companies, including Lockheed Martin, Raytheon and General Dynamics.
By Ning Wang
Marie-Agnes Strack-Zimmermann and Roderich Kiesewetter see China's involvement in rebuilding Ukraine as a risk of dependency and influence. Michael Roth, on the other hand, is open to the idea.
By Ning Wang
Shein is currently awaiting approval from the British and Chinese authorities for an IPO in London.
By Amelie Richter
Beijing is flexing its muscles against the USA with export restrictions like never before. Observers have long warned of Chinese dominance over critical metals.
By Jörn Petring
2024 was not an easy year for the Chinese economy. Growth fell short of expectations. 2025 also has a lot in store for Beijing's economic policy – however, the latest data suggests that China's economy is finally getting its act together.
By Redaktion Table
The ten warmest years since records began in the People's Republic in 1961 were all in the 21st century.
By Amelie Richter
