US President Donald Trump is considering offering China a small reduction in tariffs to secure a deal over the Chinese company TikTok. The deadline for a sale will likely be extended.
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China’s government has launched a new tip-off channel for the public to report suspected supporters of Taiwan’s government. Taiwan's President Lai recently warned of increased Chinese influence in Taiwan. In response, Taiwan expelled three Chinese influencers who held permanent residency on the island.
By Leonardo Pape
China’s leadership is continuing its international economic charm offensive at the Boao Forum in Hainan Province. Earlier this week, Chinese officials had already invited global corporate leaders to a two-day summit.
By Leonardo Pape
The CDU/CSU (Union) and SPD aim to make German industry strong and competitive. But how can Germany hold its ground against China in key areas like electric mobility and microelectronics? The draft from the coalition's working group on economic affairs leaves some questions unanswered.
By Leonardo Pape
The Chinese telecom equipment supplier Huawei is under suspicion of corruption, casting a spotlight on the lobbying efforts of Chinese tech companies in Europe and fueling calls for the exclusion of Huawei and others.
By Marcel Grzanna
According to official data, glacier retreat in China has accelerated further in recent years. The shrinking of natural freshwater reserves could lead to ecological and social problems.
By Fabian Peltsch
The EU Trade Commissioner is trying to avert Trump's tariffs at the last minute. The Chinese leadership is aware of the EU's woes and is unlikely to make any concessions.
By Amelie Richter
Intensively discussed and soon to be enshrined in the draft coalition agreement: Germany is committed to a self-confident, European-coordinated China policy. The foreign policy working group's paper states that a reserved security policy must be a thing of the past.
By Fabian Peltsch
According to a report by the US intelligence services, Russia, along with Iran, North Korea and China, is attempting to challenge the USA through targeted campaigns. However, the report says China remains the greatest threat to the US.
By Emily Kossak
Hong Kong's richest man, Li Ka-shing, defies the imposed patriotism of the Chinese central government. Despite Beijing's criticism, he plans to sell two ports on the Panama Canal to US investors. He even accepts legal trouble for his business empire.
By Marcel Grzanna
