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Chinese balloons spotted over Taiwan

Taiwan's Ministry of National Defense reported the discovery of four Chinese balloons beyond the median line of the Taiwan Strait on Wednesday. The incident could have an impact on the upcoming elections.

By Fabian Peltsch

Yi Fuxian

China's economic engine is running out of fuel

China is hoping for an economic upswing in the upcoming Year of the Dragon. Forecasts from experts suggest that China's economy will be many times larger in 2030 than it is now. However, the assessment of growth potential is based on deeply flawed predictions.

By Redaktion Table

Specialized ship to drill into the Earth's mantle

China has unveiled a new drilling ship named "Mengxiang" (Dream) with a unique mission: For the first time in human history, it aims to reach the Earth's mantle. This endeavor is part of an international race into the depths.

By Jörn Petring

221029 -- BEIJING, Oct. 29, 2022  -- This photo taken on July 4, 2022 shows a workshop of the Volkswagen Anhui MEB Modular Electric Drive Matrix plant under construction in the Hefei area of the pilot free trade zone FTZ in east China s Anhui Province.  Headlines: Pilot FTZs gear up China s high-quality opening up Xinhua PUBLICATIONxNOTxINxCHN

VW starts production of debut EV in Anhui

Manufacturers VW and JAC have started production of their first EV at their joint venture in Anhui's provincial capital. According to the city government, it is intended for export to Europe.

By Redaktion Table