Dessert
The Communist Party ties state surveillance to services for its citizens. The work of the so-called grid workers costs billions a year.
By Julia Fiedler
Starting Sept. 1, all employers in China must pay social insurance contributions for all employees. The new rule is intended to end the gray zone of "voluntary waiver," but it will hit small businesses and low-income workers particularly hard.
By Blanka Xia
In the trial of jailed Hong Kong media tycoon Jimmy Lai, his lawyer defended support for individual rights in his closing argument on Wednesday. Prosecutors say there is "overwhelming evidence" against Lai.
By Manuel Liu
On his trip to Indonesia, Foreign Minister Johann Wadephul is discussing ways to reduce German companies’ dependence on China. He describes the world’s third-largest democracy as an "emerging economic power."
By Sara Sievert
China plans to draw Afghanistan more tightly into the Belt and Road Initiative (BRI) and begin mining projects there later this year. The focus is on rich lithium, copper and iron reserves.
By Julia Fiedler
Nvidia is developing an AI chip for China that is expected to be more powerful than the H20 chip. The first test units are expected to be delivered as early as next month.
By Emily Kossak
German Foreign Minister Wadephul wants to campaign in Indonesia for more German investment. The country still tends to be critical of European involvement. Yet it could be a key partner in diversifying the German economy.
By Marcel Grzanna, Sara Sievert
A breakthrough has been achieved in negotiations between India and China: China will resume the export of coveted rare earth magnets to India.
By Emily Kossak
The Chinese electronics and car manufacturer Xiaomi has surprisingly reported a profit surge, driven by strong demand for smartphones, but also growth in the automotive business.
By Julia Fiedler