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RedNote instead of TikTok: The risks of social media bonding for both sides

Thanks to the impending TikTok ban in the US, the Chinese social media app Xiaohongshu is experiencing an unexpected hype. Thousands of Americans are gaining an insight into modern China for the first time – and being instilled with narratives of Chinese superiority in the process.

By Fabian Peltsch

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Shanghai: Gym fees to be capped in the future

The authorities in Shanghai want to better regulate the sports business from March. Contracts may then not exceed a certain duration and premium amount.

By Emily Kossak

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By Amelie Richter

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'Twisted' UN resolution: Beijing justifies the annexation of Taiwan

With the largest maneuvers in decades, China is preparing to conquer Taiwan. Beijing's unconventional interpretation of a 1971 UN resolution is intended to prepare the ground under international law. Will this seal Taiwan's fate?

By Andreas Landwehr

Sinolytics Radar

Robotics industry: China moves towards self-sufficiency

China's robotics industry made significant improvements and moves toward self-sufficiency, although it has not met the semi-official Made in China 2025 localization goals. In addition to securing domestic market share, Chinese companies are increasingly internationalizing. ​

By Experts Table.Briefings