The end of sanctions against European parliamentarians will not lead to decisive improvements between the EU and China in the short term. Criticism has been directed at the continued restrictions against former MEPs and actors such as MERICS – and the lack of transparency on the part of the EU Parliament's leadership.
By Amelie Richter
Shortly before the parliamentary elections in the Southeast Asian city state, Prime Minister Wong warns of the economic consequences of the trade conflict between the US and China. He stressed that only an experienced team with close ties to both major powers could lead Singapore safely through the crisis.
By Amelie Richter
Our China Perspective column is written by authors from the People's Republic. At first glance, China's alliance with Vietnam looks like a throwback to old communist brotherhood – but behind it lies coldly calculated self-interest. Amid global power shifts and the ongoing trade war with the US, Beijing is staging itself as a reliable partner in Southeast Asia.
By Amelie Richter
The Federal Public Prosecutor's Office has pressed charges against a former aide to far-right AfD politician Maximilian Krah. Jiang G. allegedly passed on sensitive information from the EU Parliament and compiled dossiers on the AfD party leadership.
By Fabian Peltsch
After over four years in prison, four of the forty-seven democracy activists on trial in Hong Kong have been released. But the shadow of the National Security Law lingers.
By Fabian Peltsch
The port of Guangzhou, South China's largest shipping hub, opened a direct route to the Peruvian mega port of Chancay on Tuesday.
By Katrin Klein
China continues to push ahead with the internationalization of its national currency. The US tariff policy plays into the country's hands. Beijing now stands to gain a significant victory in the geopolitical rivalry with the Americans.
By Marcel Grzanna
Demand for fully electric luxury cars is declining in China. Porsche also feels the effects. Profits fell by 42 percent in the first quarter.
By Emily Kossak
Officially, Xi Jinping has been relentlessly cracking down on corruption for years. Millions of officials have been punished and entire circles of power have been toppled. But behind the scenes, the old system continues to thrive. A new US intelligence report suggests that Xi's family also continues to profit on a grand scale.
By Fabian Peltsch
China has increased its military spending again in 2024. Last year, global military expenditure grew more than ever since the end of the Cold War. The region could drift into a dangerous arms spiral.
By Emily Kossak
