In the first half of 2025, Chinese capital accounted for ten percent of global investment flows, while US companies shifted their focus back home under President Trump’s protectionist policies.
By Yi Ling Pan
As early as 2010, the longtime CEO of the struggling real-estate giant Vanke warned of major challenges facing the industry. But even he was unable to prevent the company’s slide into heavy debt. Now, in the midst of a fight for survival, Yu Liang is stepping down.
By Jörn Petring
The dispute over state subsidies for Chinese electric-vehicle makers could soon be resolved. An EU guideline on minimum prices for Chinese imports has been positively received in China.
By Marcel Grzanna
German Chancellor Friedrich Merz begins his trip to India today. In an interview, Germany’s ambassador to New Delhi, Philipp Ackermann, underscores Germany’s strong interest in the planned free trade agreement.
By Angela Köckritz
Vanke is struggling under a heavy debt load. Upcoming bond maturities are now putting the company under intense pressure. The fate of the group is widely seen as a bellwether for the trajectory of China’s property crisis.
By Jörn Petring
The German government stresses the importance of strengthening Germany’s industrial resilience. Progress, however, has been slow.
By Ning Wang
With a new bill, the city aims to crack down more harshly on cybercrime. As with the National Security Law, its scope is intended to extend worldwide.
By Marcel Grzanna
In Addis Ababa, Chinese and African officials have launched a year of intensified engagement. The initiative goes well beyond traditional development cooperation.
By Marcel Grzanna
Young people are increasingly struggling with mental health challenges. Girls are particularly affected, with the gap widening as they grow older. China’s Ministry of Education now wants to counter this trend.
By Ning Wang
