At the World Robot Conference in Beijing, robotics expert Wolfram Burgard gained first-hand experience of the hype surrounding humanoid robots. In this interview, he discusses the opportunities and risks associated with this technology and the political dimension of Sino-German cooperation.
By Fabian Peltsch
Hong Kong publisher Jimmy Lai has been awaiting his verdict for over 140 days of hearings. He faces a life sentence for alleged violations of the security law. However, the US is now giving him hope.
By Marcel Grzanna
Beijing wants to encourage more foreign high-tech and scientific talent to enter the country. The new K visa is intended to spark their interest in the People's Republic
By Marcel Grzanna
The case of the arrested top diplomat Liu Jianchao is making waves. The Vice Minister of the Communist Party’s International Department was also questioned. However, she has been back in public since Friday.
By Marcel Grzanna
In May, the US warned of an imminent Chinese threat to Taiwan. Now, US President Donald Trump claims that the country will be safe until the end of his presidency.
By Marcel Grzanna
The People's Republic of China should also take note of the strategic deepening of German-Japanese relations. The German Foreign Minister's first stop on his Asia visit signals that Germany is serious about strategically upgrading its relationship with Japan.
By Marcel Grzanna
Having accused the Panamanian government of relinquishing control of the canal to China, US President Donald Trump wants the Canal back. The first marines have already returned to the bases they abandoned in 1999.
By Andrzej Rybak
The visit by German Foreign Minister Wadephul to Japan and Indonesia will focus on security in the Indo-Pacific and reducing critical dependencies. The de-risking initiatives will likely involve China.
By Leonardo Pape
China's navy forced a US warship away from the Scarborough Reef. It was the first known operation by a US ship at the reef in at least six years. The reef is located in the exclusive economic zone of the Philippines.
By Leonardo Pape
