A Chinese satellite is said to be testing the approach, docking and simulated refueling of other objects in space. The United States views such capabilities as having clear military potential.
By Jörn Petring
The brand of the former German electronics success story Grundig will now be carried by an electronics company from Sichuan as part of a strategic partnership.
By Manuel Liu
China will fail to meet its climate targets in the steel sector again in 2025. Yet, a larger share of electric arc furnaces in overall steel production would have a significant impact.
By Nico Beckert
Rumors of massive layoffs at Chinese tech giants are rattling the industry. An old saying captures workers’ helplessness in the face of unstoppable technological change.
By Redaktion Table
Friedrich Merz has praised China’s work ethic. But the long hours worked by Chinese employees have nothing to do with patriotism. In reality, millions of them are trapped in precarious jobs.
By Marcel Grzanna
The conflict in the Persian Gulf is creating growing difficulties for Taiwan. Home to leading semiconductor manufacturers, the island is completely dependent on energy imports. Helium shortages are also emerging.
By Andreas Landwehr
The export of German pork to China is currently not possible. Federal Agriculture Minister Alois Rainer of the CSU wants to change that. He is therefore planning a visit to Beijing, but the trip is now being pushed back.
By Henrike Schirmacher
JD.com must resubmit its planned takeover of Ceconomy in Austria. The Chinese tech group is responding to regulatory hurdles and says it will file the application again in the coming weeks.
By Fabian Peltsch
EU diplomats said they were denied access to the court hearing of Chinese artist Gao Zhen. The regime critic, known for satirical depictions of Mao, is accused of defaming national heroes.
By Amelie Richter
Climate change, rising energy demand, and geopolitical tensions are threatening energy security in ASEAN+3. A stable energy supply is becoming a macroeconomic necessity for the region.
By Yasuto Watanabe
