A year ago, Xiaomi founder Lei Jun was celebrated like a pop star at the Beijing Auto Show. People queued for hours to see the first Xiaomi car. But a recent fatal accident was caused by one of Xiaomi's cars. At the car show in Shanghai, Lei Jun now has to show how he can overcome the crisis.
By Redaktion Table
US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent wants to put pressure on China together with other trading partners. The government in Beijing has now warned other countries against deals that could harm China.
By Angela Köckritz
In response to the tariff dispute with the US, retailers, influencers, and tech giants in China focus on buying domestically. Whether the patriotic buying spree will boost consumption in the long term remains uncertain.
By Fabian Peltsch
Space is a key component of China's strategic goals, says Pierre Pinhas from the Montaigne Institute think tank. Its military is playing an increasingly assertive part in it. However, China's state-dominated approach could slow down innovation in the long term.
By Amelie Richter
Following a fatal accident involving a Xiaomi vehicle, car manufacturers are no longer allowed to use terms such as "intelligent" or "autonomous driving" in advertising.
By Fabian Peltsch
Companies worldwide currently have to make do without valuable Chinese rare earths, which are essential for modern manufacturing. However, experts believe that China may soon resume exports. Otherwise, the country stands to lose an important lever.
By Manuel Liu
During his trip to Southeast Asia, China's head of state Xi Jinping presents his country as a source of stability. In the midst of the trade war, China wants to strengthen its relations in the region.
By Redaktion Table
Negotiation expert Li Chenggang will be the new commissioner for international trade at the Chinese Ministry of Commerce. The post is regarded as a key position in the tariff war between China and the USA.
By Leonardo Pape
Temu and Shein have to raise their prices – due to a new tariff measure by the US government. A decree by President Trump is now closing an important trade loophole for cheap imports from China. Online retailers are calling for purchases before the deadline.
By Amelie Richter
The Trump administration is toughening its stance on China's tech industry: AI company DeepSeek is to be cut off from access to US technology. Chip giant Nvidia is also the target of a congressional investigation.
By Amelie Richter
