At the beginning of the month, Volkswagen declared that plant closures in Germany can no longer be ruled out. Now there are probably more concrete considerations in this direction for China.
By Amelie Richter
The Chinese electronics supplier Luxshare is acquiring 50.1 percent of the shares in the ailing Franconian wiring harness manufacturer Leoni. The company hopes to gain better access to the Chinese market with the help of the Chinese.
By Fabian Peltsch
It is suspected that China may have circumvented the ban on imports of Russian uranium. The Association of US Uranium Producers has initiated an investigation.
By Fabian Peltsch
The Chinese aircraft carrier "Liaoning" entered Japan's neighboring waters on Wednesday. Tokyo described the incident to Beijing as "completely unacceptable".
By Fabian Peltsch
China is more present at the IAA Transportation than ever before. The signs are pointing to an attack. New manufacturers are showcasing their visions of the future. European manufacturers of commercial vehicles are facing fierce competition.
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At the Xiangshan Forum, China as host concentrated on presenting its broadly defined Global Security Initiative (GSI). The absence of Western states and the passage of German ships through the Taiwan Strait also sent different signals than intended.
By Amelie Richter
After a long period of hesitation, China has raised the retirement age. However, more comprehensive reforms are needed to boost the economy and stabilize social development in the long term.
By Fabian Peltsch
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
