The Central Military Commission has announced plans to reform the military. The goal is to restore its reputation, following recent cases of corruption.
By Emily Kossak
Jiang Shengnan is one of the few women in China's day-to-day politics. She is often alone in the National People's Congress with her proposals – but she is all the more praised on the Chinese Internet.
By Emily Kossak
Speculators are taking advantage of new political regulations and the pressure on the ailing property market in order to make a quick buck with discounted real estate. Official statistics do not record these transactions.
By Angela Köckritz
The leaders of the EU and China will meet in Beijing on Thursday. Shortly before the trip, the Europeans define their talking points and keep expectations for a successful summit low.
By Manuel Liu, Lukas Knigge, Nico Beckert
With the 18th sanctions package, the EU wants to put Russia under pressure. For the first time, the sanctions list includes two smaller Chinese banks that are alleged to have helped Moscow circumvent the sanctions.
By Viktor Funk
The US State Department has to cut 1,300 jobs. These include many positions that deal with priorities of the current US administration, such as China's territorial claims in Asia and global technology competition with China.
By Angela Köckritz
The Lucerne lakeside resort is apparently also targeting tourists from China with this measure. The message is also available in Chinese on the operator's website.
By Angela Köckritz
Taiwan's Vice President Hsiao Bi-khim explains in an interview how Taiwan intends to protect itself against a Chinese attack. She also explains how her government wants to shape its relationship with the Trump administration.
By David Demes
China's Premier Li Qiang is representing President Xi Jinping at more and more important events. Li could play a key role at the upcoming EU-China summit. However, it is unclear whether he will shape the political agenda or merely execute it.
By Leonardo Pape
