Mercedes-Benz sold its last shares in the 2011 joint-founded EV company Denza to its former partner, BYD. BYD will now solely oversee the brand's new direction.
By Christiane Kuehl
EU Commission President Ursula von der Leyen has presented her cabinet. It includes a few surprises – also with regard to China.
By Amelie Richter
China and the Philippines are engaged in a bitter dispute over the strategically important Sabina Reef in the South China Sea. Most recently, there have been clashes resulting in injured people. With consequences: Manila has now been forced to withdraw a ship. This could be the harbinger of a decision in the lengthy dispute.
By Michael Radunski
Spain positions itself as Beijing's helper in the tariff dispute with the European Union. Not so Italy. Rome sees the additional tariffs as protecting the competitiveness of European companies.
By Marcel Grzanna
Olaf Scholz is working hard in Uzbekistan and Kazakhstan to forge closer ties with Central Asia. In an interview, André Algermissen from the Konrad Adenauer Foundation praises the Chancellor's efforts – but emphasizes that this must be implemented with genuine partnership.
By Amelie Richter
China has discovered new rare earth deposits that will further expand the People's Republic's dominant position. This is already raising international concerns. Most recently, Beijing imposed export restrictions.
By Michael Radunski
For the first time, a Hong Kong court hands down a verdict under the stricter Security Law. The presiding magistrate was personally appointed by Chief Executive John Lee.
By Marcel Grzanna
Chinese steel is flooding the European Union. In an interview with Table.Briefings, the Managing Director of the German Steel Association warns of drastic consequences and calls on the EU to take decisive countermeasures.
By Marcel Grzanna
