The attacks by the Houthi rebels in the Gulf of Aden hurt Chinese trade interests. Nevertheless, Beijing has not joined international efforts to ensure safe passage in the Red Sea.
By Michael Radunski
Our China Perspective column is written by authors from the People's Republic. Today's article warns of the pitfalls of intercultural communication and explains how to save face for yourself and your host.
By Experts Table.Briefings
A Roland Berger study suggests that concerted action at the 1,000 companies with the largest carbon footprint could cut 8 billion tons of CO2. This would be cheapest with renewable energies, with China and India bearing the greatest burden.
By Bernhard Pötter
The traditional British company Stemcor has been in the hands of Chinese companies for several years. However, according to a media report, a company with state connections could now become the new owner.
By Amelie Richter
With a travel speed of 350 kilometers per hour, the Chinese high-speed train Fuxing is already one of the fastest trains in the world. Now, the state-owned manufacturer CRRC wants to take it one step further.
By Jörn Petring
China's central bank is lowering the minimum reserve requirement for commercial banks by 50 basis points starting from Feb. 5. This move is aimed at injecting liquidity worth around 130 billion euros into the market.
By Redaktion Table
The Bundesbank warns against too rapid decoupling from China, as it poses significant risks to the stability of the German economy and financial system.
By Fabian Peltsch
The EU is seeking to enhance the protection of its research and development from Chinese influence and access.
By Amelie Richter
Until recently, trade expert Roy Chun Lee served as Taiwan's deputy minister of foreign affairs. Since early January, he has been Taiwan's new EU envoy. After Taiwan's recent presidential elections, he is tasked with exploring the political maneuvering space for his country in relation to the EU.
By Redaktion Table