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The US elections will decide Taiwan's fate

Taiwan has once again proven how vital and decisive its democracy is. However, the island's "fateful election" will be held in the United States.

By Redaktion Table

Feature

China rages against the US and continues its hybrid warfare

The Chinese leadership has criticized the result of the presidential election in Taiwan, but a military response is not expected. Instead, China is increasingly relying on a dual strategy of embrace and threat.

By Redaktion Table

Wan-Hsin Liu
Interview

'Turning away from Taiwan would weaken Germany'

Economist Wan-Hsin Liu from IfW Kiel believes that cooperation with Taiwan is an important component of de-risking. Conversely, abandoning trade with the island republic would increase geopolitical risks. Finn Mayer-Kuckuk spoke with Liu.

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Feature

Election winner Lai must make difficult compromises

Lai Ching-te won the presidential election, but his DPP lost its majority in parliament. Voters like his foreign policy program, but want a change in domestic policy. China will try to exploit the rift, while Europe has opportunities.

By Michael Radunski

Feature

William Lai becomes Taiwan's new president despite China's influence

Taiwan's future president, William Lai, from the Democratic Progressive Party (DPP), led the vote count shortly before it concluded. Voters thereby affirmed the course set by his predecessor, emphasizing greater independence from China. Beijing's intimidation attempts proved futile.

By Felix Lee

News

Liu Zhenmin is the new climate czar

China has appointed former UN Under-Secretary-General Liu Zhenmin as its new climate envoy. Liu succeeds internationally renowned Xie Zhenhua, who has resigned from office for health reasons.

By Christiane Kuehl

News

Double-digit increase in car sales

Car sales in China increased in the double-digit range in 2023. This was due to a price war between manufacturers and the low offers for customers. But exports are also driving up sales.

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