The latest Chinese military exercises around Taiwan suggest that the leadership simulates various forms of blockades and quarantines. Will the worst-case scenario happen soon?
By Andreas Landwehr
Taiwan's military has raised its alert level. Chinese warships have taken up positions near the island.
By Marcel Grzanna
The regulation of artificial intelligence in the creation of short videos is entering a new round.
By Marcel Grzanna
Beijing has launched an investigation into the US chip manufacturer Nvidia for possible violations of the anti-monopoly law.
By Fabian Peltsch
The People's Republic of China is considered leading in many key digital technologies. This success is the result of long-term planning. If Germany fails to catch up in the digital sector, it will be difficult to remain an attractive business hub – especially in competition with China.
By Marcel Grzanna
A report by the China Chamber of Commerce to the EU warns that the business sentiment of Chinese companies suffers from unequal treatment. Nevertheless, the majority expect trade and economic relations between China and the EU to continue to develop positively.
By Marcel Grzanna
The course for the coming year will be determined at the Central Economic Conference this week. The Politburo already announced further aid for the economy in the run-up to the conference. Beijing is also bracing itself for new US tariffs under Trump.
By Jörn Petring
Beijing reports that it is closely monitoring events in Syria and hopes for stability. Ousted ruler Assad was in China as recently as 2023 and met with Xi. Meanwhile, Trump is making demands of Beijing.
By Amelie Richter