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Hamburg-based investor Luxcara is considering using Siemens Gamesa turbines for the planned “Waterkant” offshore wind farm in the North Sea – rather than from Chinese manufacturer Mingyang. Germany’s Defense Ministry (BMVg) had previously raised security concerns.
By Lisa-Martina Klein
Laszlo Montgomery tells China’s history with humor, by way of the Beatles, and in a Chicago accent. In advocating for better Sino-American relations, he invokes the "spirit of 1972" after Nixon’s trip to China.
By Manuel Changming Liu
Shortly after the 60th anniversary of Tibet’s annexation, the Chinese government is calling for more investment in the autonomous region. The aim is to bolster stability and border security in Tibet.
By Emily Kossak
China likes to present itself as a reliable partner in international conflicts. Critics, however, accuse Beijing of “window dressing” so as not to jeopardize its own economic interests.
By Andreas Landwehr
Diplomat Li Chenggang is expected to travel to Washington this week for talks. There, he is to lay the groundwork for negotiations at the tariff talks.
By Emily Kossak
Amid concerns over China’s export restrictions, Germany and Canada plan to step up cooperation on critical minerals. The agreement reached on Tuesday is nonbinding.
By Manuel Changming Liu
His outreach to the People’s Republic of China could pose problems for South Korean President Lee Jae Myung during his White House visit. But he is navigating the shoals in the style of "The Art of the Deal."
By Fabian Kretschmer
China continues to build new coal-fired power plants and is missing its targets for retiring older units. Even so, coal consumption in the power sector fell 3.4% in the first half. Experts are now calling for a clear plan to phase out coal.
By Nico Beckert