The China Global South Project tracks China's relationship with emerging and developing countries in Africa and other parts of the world. The much-praised initiative is the brainchild of South African researcher Cobus van Staden.
By Redaktion Table
Chinese society continues to become more conservative; the Communist Party throws old progressive ways of thinking overboard and sends women back to the kitchen. This puts women under pressure, but will not succeed with young women, says Leta Hong Fincher, a journalist and author specializing in women's rights, in an interview by Christiane Kuehl.
By Christiane Kuehl
The worst earthquake in China in almost a decade is a tragedy for those affected. However, it is clear that the authorities have learned a lot since the big 2008 Wenchuan quake that killed over 70,000 people.
By Jörn Petring
The e-mobility hopeful Nio is receiving an urgently needed cash injection from Abu Dhabi. In return, a fund will gain significantly more influence in the company.
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North Korea has tested two missiles. The second missile could theoretically hit any part of US territory. While the West reacts with harsh criticism, China's Foreign Minister Wang Yi demonstratively backs Kim Jong-un's regime.
By Michael Radunski
The EU Corporate Sustainability Due Diligence Directive (CSDDD) is taking shape. It will affect thousands of companies whose value creation comes, at least in part, from China.
By Marcel Grzanna
Taiwan has spotted two Chinese balloons in the sky. They had crossed the Taiwan Strait and were spotted northwest of the city of Keelung. China has had a comprehensive balloon espionage program since 2019.
By Michael Radunski
Lu Mei has been the director of the Migrant Bird Space gallery since 2014. She also offers consultations for art collectors and promotes exchange between artists from China and Europe via an office in Beijing.
By Redaktion Table
After the unusually early cold snap in Northern China, the South is now experiencing completely unusual temperatures. Snow has even fallen at high altitudes. The authorities in Guangzhou have called for precautionary measures.
By Marcel Grzanna
