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A critical look at Xi Jinping

The column "China Perspective" comes from authors in the People's Republic. Today, it's about a personal perspective on the practices of Xi Jinping.

By Experts Table.Briefings

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Smartphone factory inaugurated in Kenya

Kenya's President William Ruto inaugurated his country's first smartphone factory last week. The joint venture with a Chinese company is intended to create jobs and make digital access easier for Kenyans.

By Arne Schütte

Feature

After decades of car dominance: The bicycle is making a comeback

For three decades, the car symbolized prosperity, advancement and growth. With the Covid pandemic, however, the bicycle has begun its third triumphant march in China. This time, the focus is on sustainable rise – also in line with the political will.

By Christian Domke Seidel

Feature

Tsinghua scientists celebrate chip breakthrough

Scientists at Tsinghua University have developed a new type of AI chip that calculates with light particles and will be far superior to conventional semiconductors. However, it is unclear when it will go into mass production. In the meantime, The US is tightening export restrictions.

By Jörn Petring

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Weak methane plan as the start of COP diplomacy

Shortly before the summit meeting between Joe Biden and Xi Jinping in San Francisco, China has presented a long-awaited strategy for reducing methane emissions. The plan lacks ambition, but it could open doors in negotiations.

By Nico Beckert