The US government has banned the transfer of genetic data to China and a number of other countries. The purchase of such data by data brokers is currently legal in the US but poses a security risk, according to the authorities.
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The US government probes security risks posed by Chinese cars. The investigation investigates whether the vehicles collect and transmit sensitive data to China.
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Over the past five years, Ursula von der Leyen has shaped EU-China relations. She now wants to be re-elected. She still has a long to-do list before the EU can become a geopolitically relevant player.
By Amelie Richter
Energy security and climate policy will be important issues at the upcoming National People's Congress. After years of a coal boom, the pendulum could now swing back toward climate action.
By Christiane Kuehl
The planned EU Supply Chain Act has once again failed to garner a majority among EU member states, largely due to resistance from the German government. As a result, it is unlikely that the law will be adopted before the European elections in early June.
By Amelie Richter
Even after the election of its new government, the Pacific state of Tuvalu intends to maintain diplomatic relations with Taiwan.
By Fabian Peltsch
China's real estate market continues to struggle in crisis. A Chinese creditor has now filed a liquidation petition against the largest private property developer, Country Garden.
By Fabian Peltsch
Beijing is sending its diplomat Li Hui for the second time to mediate in the Ukraine crisis. His first trip to the warring parties in May 2023 failed to produce any tangible results.
By Fabian Peltsch
Beijing is increasing its military presence around Taiwan. The government announced this step after a Chinese ship capsized off the island of Kinmen in mid-February.
By Fabian Peltsch