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China continues to gradually reduce its US Treasury holdings

As the second-largest foreign holder of US debt, China has reduced its holdings of US government bonds over the past eleven years. However, this trend reflects a longer-term shift in trade and currency management strategies rather than a short-term push for de-dollarization.​

By Experts Table.Briefings

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Despite stimulus: Why the IMF lowers its growth forecast for China

Just a few days ago, the Chinese Central Bank announced economic stimulus measures. According to the International Monetary Fund, this is insufficient to stimulate the economy. However, China remains a global driving force.

By Manuel Changming Liu

Feature

Despite agreement before BRICS+: Why the Sino-Indian border dispute may continue

The BRICS+ summit in the Russian city of Kazan brings together high-ranking delegations from 36 countries. While Putin and Xi reaffirm their "no limits" partnership as usual, the remarkable agreement in the border dispute between India and China is making headlines. However, there are doubts whether the agreement will bring lasting peace to the region.

By Amelie Richter

Interview

Budget reform: 'Things can only get better for Parliament'

Commission President von der Leyen wants to reform the EU budget and is receiving massive criticism for this, especially from the European Parliament. Finance expert Lucas Guttenberg cannot understand this – and advises MEPs to seize the opportunity.

By Till Hoppe

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Geopolitics: China and India agree on border patrols

India and China achieve a diplomatic breakthrough in talks over patrols on their disputed border. Relations have been very tense since bloody clashes occurred along the border in 2020.

By Angela Köckritz