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'Fluctuating' decline in respiratory diseases in children

Chinese health authorities report a "fluctuating downward trend" in respiratory diseases in children. Concerns that a novel virus could be the cause of the wave of illnesses apparently do not confirm. The WHO also gives reassurance.

By Carolyn Braun

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USA expands Xinjiang sanctions list

Washington has frozen the assets of two officials and added three companies to its import ban list due to human rights concerns. Beijing calls it a gross interference in its internal affairs.

By Carolyn Braun

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Low turnout in Hong Kong municipal elections

Despite massive advertising, voter turnout remains low. A computer failure leads to a chaotic election night. Three leading representatives of a pro-democracy opposition party were arrested.

By Amelie Richter

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'The atmosphere in the USA is reflexively anti-China'

Jeremy Goldkorn's "The China Project" aimed to add more depth to reporting on China and ended up in political crossfire. Fabian Peltsch spoke with him about the serious accusations and the abrupt end of the platform.

By Fabian Peltsch

Feature

COP28: China insists on development status

China stoically positions itself as a developing country at the current climate conference. This status brings advantages and fits in with Beijing's traditional role perception. But the narrative no longer is as convincing.

By Christiane Kuehl

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EU-China summit: many issues, no results

At the first in-person meeting between the EU and China, it becomes evident that talks don't automatically become easier face to face. The EU side expresses concern about the trade deficit, but Xi doesn't really address it. New customs data reveal the magnitude of the issue.

By Amelie Richter

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Export yay, import nay

China's exports have risen for the first time in six months. In November, exports increased by 0.5 percent compared to the same month last year, defying analysts' expectations of further declines.

By Felix Lee

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FDP board's European program identifies China as a systemic rival

The Federal Executive Board of the FDP (Free Democratic Party) is set to finalize its visions for the European elections on Monday, with China playing a central role as Europe's "rival". The paper emphasizes the need for a robust response from the EU to China's trade initiatives.

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