China's highest security official Chen Wenqing has called for a "normalization" of the fight against terrorism in Xinjiang. Many experts now see Xinjiang as the epitome of state-organized forced labor in China.
By Michael Radunski
China is increasing spending on the development of its chip industry. To this end, Beijing is launching another multi-billion investment fund, to which the Ministry of Finance is contributing large sums of money.
By Redaktion Table
Taiwan will not be allowed to attend the annual meeting of the World Health Organization. The island's government did not receive an invitation on Monday. Yet Taiwan's cooperation would be particularly important for the prevention of pandemics.
By Michael Radunski
China, Japan and South Korea held a trilateral summit for the first time in almost five years. The three countries aim to conclude a free trade agreement. However, differences in security policy are becoming apparent.
By Michael Radunski
The measures for the EU’s 2030 climate target are not sufficient to achieve the 2040 target. Kurt Vandenberghe, Director-General for Climate Action of the European Commission, explains in an interview which instruments can achieve the goals most cost-effectively.
By Lukas Knigge
Li Xiaopeng, one of the highest-ranking "princelings" in the People's Republic, ran one of Asia's largest energy providers before his political career. Now, he ensures that every Chinese person has access to a highway and a train within 15 minutes.
By Fabian Peltsch
Ukraine asks the heads of China and the USA to attend the peace summit in Switzerland. The USA agrees. In an interview, NATO Secretary General Jens Stoltenberg criticizes Beijing for fuelling the war in Europe.
By Redaktion Table
Islamabad tries to extend the term of its high loans from Chinese energy producers to save on debt servicing costs. In parallel, Pakistan negotiates a rescue package with the IMF.
By Carolyn Braun
