A failed bill on US investments in China will be given a second chance. Last year, a corresponding passage was removed from the bill.
By Marcel Grzanna
According to insiders, the Chinese battery giant CATL plans an IPO worth billions in Hong Kong. The move could also serve as a hedge in the growing trade conflict between China and the US.
By Fabian Peltsch
Donald Trump wants to impose tariffs of 25 percent on steel and aluminum. Alarm bells are ringing in the already ailing European steel industry. Not only the USA, but also other countries could become a problem for the EU steel industry.
By Marc Winkelmann
While Alice Weidel makes surprisingly little mention in Germany of the fact that she lived in China, the election frontrunner for the far-right AfD is celebrated for it in the People's Republic – as an internet star and media darling. She fits the image of the nationalist 'Iron Lady,' who is extremely popular with conservative Chinese.
By Fabian Peltsch
German companies in China are also affected by the trade conflict between the US and China. They are relieved about China's reaction to Donald Trump's import tariffs.
By Emily Kossak
Only 6.1 million couples tied the knot in China in 2024. This means that the number of marriages is falling more sharply than ever before – despite efforts by the authorities to promote a traditional family image.
By Emily Kossak
The rules-based order is more fragile than it has been for a long time. Germany is at risk of being caught between the fronts in the superpower struggle between the United States and China. What Germany can do now to strengthen its negotiating position at a time of fundamental upheaval.
By Angela Köckritz
The Chinese car industry suffers from overcapacity. Beijing now aims to merge two state-owned car manufacturers. Together, they could overtake BYD.
By Emily Kossak
In response to Trump's tariffs, Beijing has set its sights on Google. The US company has long since discontinued its end customer business in China. However, through lucrative licenses, billions of US dollars flow to Google from China.
By Jörn Petring
