Washington is weighing approval for the sale of Nvidia’s H200 AI chips to China. Loosening restrictions would signal a thaw in the ongoing trade disputes.
By Ning Wang
High interest rates are worsening Sri Lanka’s debt crisis rather than easing it. Economists warn that the country’s restrictive monetary policy is delaying the recovery of an economy already scarred by conflict.
By Arjun Jayadev, Ahilan Kadirgamar and J.W. Mason
During his visit to Asia, SPD leader Lars Klingbeil underscored Singapore’s strategic importance for Germany. He said he was particularly impressed by the city-state’s innovative strength – achieved without natural resources or a major industrial base.
By Amelie Richter
Many non-political issues can divide public opinion in China, such as whether zongzi (sticky rice dumplings wrapped in reed leaves) should be salty or sweet, or whether sugar belongs in scrambled eggs with tomatoes. These topics reflect large regional differences, yet people treat them as harmless jokes. One issue, however, can trigger real disputes: traditional Chinese medicine.
By Redaktion Table
While Donald Trump boycotts the G20 summit in South Africa, China is positioned to expand its influence. Even in the host country, some see the US absence as an opportunity. Beijing, meanwhile, is prepared for a “world in disorder”.
By Andreas Landwehr
China’s central bank has opted not to ease monetary policy. It left the one-year benchmark lending rate unchanged at 3.0 percent on Thursday. After weak economic data, pressure had been mounting on the government to step up support for the economy.
By Julia Fiedler
The EU is preparing a more hard-line trade policy toward China to reduce dependence on critical minerals and counter unfair competition from subsidized imports. Key tools include export controls and investment screening.
By Ning Wang
Li Quan, former chairman of New China Life Insurance, has been sentenced to death for embezzlement and bribery. The sentence is suspended for two years.
By Julia Fiedler
