Volkswagen continues to receive magnets containing rare earths from China despite Beijing's export restrictions. According to insiders, at least four Chinese suppliers have received special export permits.
By Fabian Peltsch
Herbert Diess does not consider the heavy dependence of Europe's renewables sector on China a problem. In an interview with Table.Briefings, he says that we should be grateful to China. However, the former VW boss has a problem with the European car industry's hesitation to embrace electromobility.
By Lukas Knigge
Two Chinese fighters in Ukrainian captivity claim they were recruited through Russian campaigns on the Chinese internet. Beijing denies any involvement – but things are not that simple. Between patriotic enthusiasm, Russian propaganda and ironic distance, China's social media offers war enthusiasts a broad stage.
By Fabian Peltsch
The German Council of Science and Humanities recommends a fundamentally new approach to security-related research in light of growing security policy risks. Scientific institutions should be better protected against espionage, unwanted outflow of knowledge and political interference.
By Markus Weisskopf
China and the USA are willing to compromise. However, this respite in the tariff dispute does not solve the problem. There are appeals from the People's Republic to planning-hungry European companies: "Don't rush into anything!"
By Marcel Grzanna
Pakistan claims to have shot down Indian fighter jets. A Chinese influencer has now gone viral with mockery of these fighter jets.
By Emily Kossak
In a white paper, the State Council communicates China's security strategy to the outside world. The document affirms a "security path with Chinese characteristics." Taiwan is also mentioned.
By Emily Kossak
Goods flow past Russia from China to Europe via the trans-Caspian route. Kazakhstan now wants to increase the capacity of the trade route by dredging the Caspian Sea.
By Emily Kossak
Shortly before the harvest, China's authorities are warning of high temperatures and drought, which could jeopardize wheat production. Climate change is already jeopardizing the economic performance, food supply, and health of the Chinese population. China's adaptation strategy has some gaps.
By Nico Beckert
As a podcaster, Wang Qing reaches a big audience inside China; as a reporter for Chinese media in Europe, she experiences geopolitical polarization first-hand. Within China, she still senses curiosity about the world — and a continuing urge for social debate.
By Leonardo Pape
