The EU Commission accuses Temu of violating the Digital Services Act (DSA). According to preliminary findings, the Chinese platform does not properly assess the risks of distributing illegal products on its marketplace.
By Corinna Visser
While the Western media landscape tends to view the EU-China summit with disappointment, the Chinese press emphasizes harmony, opportunities, and mutual progress – sending clear, albeit subtle, messages to Brussels.
By Carolin Kautz
In addition to the trade talks in Sweden, a high-level US economic delegation is set to travel to China soon. Both sides are also working toward a visit to China by US President Trump.
By Ning Wang
An attempt to vote out one-fifth of the members of parliament in Taiwan has failed. Supporters of the vote wanted to send a message to China.
By David Demes
At the World AI Conference in Shanghai, China called for a global AI framework and rules. Former Google CEO Eric Schmidt and AI pioneer Geoffrey Hinton were also guests at the conference.
By Ning Wang
Heavy rainfall around Beijing and in northern China has claimed the lives of at least two people. Thousands had to flee from the floods. The authorities are warning of further rainfall, flooding and landslides.
By Ning Wang
In recent years, China's industrial policy has led to massive overcapacity in key sectors such as electric cars, solar cells, and robotics. The reason for this is a centrally controlled subsidy model under which local governments want to build up their own “champions” – often all in the same industries, as Hong Kong economist Heiwai Tang explains.
By Julia Fiedler
Yet another food scandal has rocked China: Over 200 children from Gansu have been hospitalized with lead poisoning. It's not just because the authorities are turning a blind eye.
By Emily Kossak
JD.com wants to take over the German electronics retailer Saturn and Media Markt. The German parent company Ceconomy confirms advanced negotiations with the online giant from China.
By Ning Wang
