With its new National Security Strategy, the USA is shifting its focus to the Indo-Pacific, emphasizing national interests and setting military markers in its dealings with China. Taiwan is moving to the center of US security policy as a strategically important location.
By Amelie Richter
A broad Chinese alliance from industry and research wants to establish dimethyl ether as a clean and safe fuel for ships. Compared to methanol and ammonia, DME offers advantages in terms of handling and compatibility with existing engines.
By Julia Fiedler
Japan accuses China of detecting Japanese military jets with fire control radar. The incidents near Okinawa exacerbate tensions between the two countries.
By Julia Fiedler
Both countries are strengthening their partnership despite international pressure and are aiming for a trade volume of USD 100 billion by 2030.
By Julia Fiedler
Our "View from China" column is written by authors from the People's Republic. This week, we look at how people interact with each other in public spaces and why social conditions in China rarely promote friendliness and trust.
By Redaktion Table
Exiled Hong Kong activist Ray Wong warns of systematic surveillance of Chinese citizens in Germany. He calls for liability rules to effectively combat transnational repression.
By Julia Fiedler
Soybeans have become a central flashpoint in the trade dispute between the United States and China. After the US government announced a deal with China, prices for soybeans in the United States and for rapeseed in Europe did actually recover. In reality, however, China never confirmed the agreement.
By Steffen Bach
The first day of French President Macron's visit to Beijing brought little in the way of results on important issues. National interests clashed with concerns about national security.
By Marcel Grzanna
The European Union is reviewing a price undertaking from Volkswagen for the first time, aiming to replace countervailing duties on electric vehicles from China with a minimum-price system. The move could mark the starting point for a broader reassessment of Europe’s trade relations with China.
By Amelie Richter
Human Rights Watch is calling on Foreign Minister Wadephul to send a signal of solidarity during his visit to China. Sustainable relations are only possible, the organization says, if human rights are upheld and defended.
By Philipp Frisch
