For a quarter of a century, China has been building hydropower plants in Tibet on a piecework basis. The dynamic threatens people and nature alike.
By Marcel Grzanna
Ancient China did not know the concept of a nation-state but developed its own national identity early on through Confucianism. However, this was severely shaken by the rise of capitalism and nation states.
By Redaktion Table
Despite Germany's generally positive reputation, more and more young Chinese have reservations about moving there — whether to study or for a job. The reasons are both economic and geopolitical.
By Redaktion Table
US car manufacturer General Motors (GM) has prepared its shareholders for charges of more than five billion US dollars in the China business. This relates to restructuring costs for the joint venture with SAIC Motors.
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This year, around four billion low-value parcels arrived in the EU from online stores such as Temu and Shein. The EU Commission is now preparing to tighten regulation.
By Manuel Liu
Nepal has been a member of the Belt and Road Initiative since 2017, but few collaborations have emerged since then. Now the new prime minister is seeking proximity to China and the New Silk Road.
By Manuel Liu
There have recently been suggestions that Trump could bring the EU closer to China. The EU ambassador in Beijing does not expect an immediate change in relations.
By Manuel Liu
Global connection or power projection? Development aid or debt trap? Xi Jinping's recent state visits to Peru and Brazil set important signals in China's efforts to deepen its relations with the global South. But how can we classify this from afar?
By Marcel Grzanna
Chinese and Russian companies want to jointly produce long-range drones for Russia's military campaign. The Chinese government could allow this for strategic reasons.
By Angela Köckritz
