The general population can hardly afford the lifestyle that Western companies sell in China. Chinese companies, such as the beverage chain Mixue, focus on low prices instead and are overtaking the competition.
By Fabian Peltsch
Western politicians have become extremely rare guests at the Summer Davos in Tianjin. Beijing uses the meeting all the more eagerly as a stage for its own version of globalization under China's wing.
By Marcel Grzanna
More control by the party, fewer free market forces: In the preparations for the new five-year plan, China's President Xi Jinping sends clear signals about the country's future economic course, likely causing great concern among proponents of liberalization.
By Andreas Landwehr
German suppliers must find a new role in the face of massively subsidized Chinese competitors. A partnership on an equal footing with car manufacturers would be a significant signal. But the learning curve is steep.
By Christian Domke Seidel
The BRICS+ alliance is meeting for the first time since its enlargement to six countries. Its rise is fueled by the United States' loss of political and economic credibility under the presidency of Donald Trump. This makes a multipolar world order more likely. However, there are also significant tensions within the alliance.
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Polemical China debates echo distorted stereotypes from the past. In the Xi-Trump era, irrational fears and mutual accusations continue to open up fronts. It is worthwhile to look at the roots of common assumptions about China.
By Leonardo Pape
Taiwan has unveiled new drones for use on and underwater to defend against military attacks from China. The government wants to place orders as early as next year. However, it is unclear when mass production can actually start.
By David Demes
China’s infrastructure offensive along the New Silk Road is taking effect – Europe’s responses remain vague. While Brussels continues to hesitate, Tashkent presented concrete proposals for a more integrated Central Asia strategy at the International Investment Forum. The region is becoming a geopolitical testing ground between vision and influence.
By Amelie Richter
As Donald Trump increasingly cuts ties with African nations, China continues to pour billions into the continent. Meanwhile, calls are growing for the EU to adjust its Global Gateway strategy.
By David Renke
China Labour Bulletin, based in Hong Kong, provided academia and business with large volumes of data that offered clearer insights into internal developments in China. Now, this window is closing, as political pressure forces the NGO to shut down. The consequences are worrying. Can Europe create new alternatives?
By Fabian Peltsch
