Chinese online retailers like Temu and Shein are popular in Europe. However, they often circumvent customs regulations. Will the flood of packages from cross-border e-commerce become the next major trade issue with Beijing?
By Amelie Richter
During his visit to China, Vladimir Putin and Xi Jinping have much to discuss. It’s about becoming more resilient against Western sanctions. Customs data shows the extent to which China supports Russia’s war machine in Ukraine.
By Michael Radunski
For the fourth time in its history, Beijing is issuing a long-term special bond. Analysts expect it to have a significant effect on growth – especially as the Communist Party has announced further long-term government bonds.
By Jörn Petring
Hesai Technology wants to be removed from the US Department of Defense's blacklist. The manufacturer of LIDAR sensors for autonomous vehicles filed a lawsuit in a US district court for damage to its reputation and loss of business.
By Christiane Kuehl
While still lagging behind the US in AI research, China has a unique advantage in AI commercialization: widely available high-quality data. In medical AI, interconnected public hospital networks and less stringent privacy regulations enabled commercialization ahead of US and EU markets.
By Experts Table.Briefings
Vladimir Putin's state visit to China is planned for Thursday and Friday this week. In addition to meetings with Xi, Putin is expected to meet with Premier Li Qiang and visit the city of Harbin.
By Carolyn Braun
The USA wants to limit its trade deficit with China by imposing drastic special tariffs. On Tuesday, the White House announced 100 percent on Chinese e-cars and 50 percent on semiconductors and solar modules. Scholz continues to reject punitive tariffs.
By Christiane Kuehl
An armed conflict between the Philippines and China is brewing on no less than three reefs in the South China Sea. The situation could escalate quickly, even dragging the USA into a military conflict.
By Michael Radunski