This year saw the release of several documentary films and podcasts about China that are well worth watching and listening to. Here are recommendations from the China.Table editorial team for the holidays and beyond.
By Redaktion Table
At the latest US-China summit in San Francisco, Chinese President Xi reiterated to US President Biden that China is planning to annex Taiwan. He did not specify a timeframe for this.
By Redaktion Table
Mao staffed China's highest positions with old revolutionaries, Deng Xiaoping with technocrats, and Xi apparently brought more and more security officials on board. To mark the end of the year: A look back at the espionage traditions of the 20th century.
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Berlin presented its China strategy, Brussels showed a clear stance against Beijing and two ministers disappeared – with the aftermath of the Covid pandemic and a Xi-Biden meeting, 2023 had a lot in store for China observers.
By Amelie Richter
During the visit of Russian Prime Minister Mikhail Mishustin to China, the friendship between the two countries was emphasized. Xi wants to deepen cooperation in various areas, including economy, trade, energy and connectivity.
By Amelie Richter
Nicaragua turned away from Taiwan in 2021 and resumed diplomatic relations with China. This pays off now with a free trade agreement. For President Ortega, the trade deal means much-needed economic assistance.
By Amelie Richter
China's central bank keeps the key interest rates unchanged. The government aims to respond "energetically and purposefully" to the weakened economy. To strengthen economic recovery, it has already formulated several stimulus packages.
By Fabian Peltsch
The death toll from the earthquake in Northwest China has risen to at least 131, according to the state news agency Xinhua. Over 207,000 houses have been destroyed, affecting more than 145,000 people.
By Fabian Peltsch
The Philippines aims to monitor Chinese boats in the South China Sea with military technology from Japan.
By Fabian Peltsch
The decision of a Chinese court, stating that AI-generated content is protected by copyright, has caused a stir. The ruling was unique – in most cases and countries, individuals do not hold copyright over content produced by Artificial Intelligence. In the short term, the value of AI increases due to this decision. However, there are long-term disadvantages.
By Amelie Richter
