In response to the slump on the Chinese stock markets, financial services provider MSCI has removed dozens of companies from the People's Republic from its indices. Sixty-six companies have been removed from the MSCI China Index alone.
By Redaktion Table
The volatile global situation is making long-term planning difficult for the world's largest chemical company BASF. Its activities in China are also causing increasing concern. However, less involvement is out of the question for the German chemical giant.
By Felix Lee
Indonesia has identified two Chinese citizens as suspects in a fatal fire at a nickel smelter. The blaze occurred at a Chinese company, resulting in 21 deaths. China is one of the largest investors in Indonesia's nickel industry.
By Christiane Kuehl
China's stock exchanges have published mandatory ESG reporting rules for listed companies for the first time. This obligation will initially only apply to larger companies on the most important indices in Shanghai and Shenzhen.
By Christiane Kuehl
Amidst economic woes, China's middle class suffers another setback: wages have fallen significantly over the past year. This is also bad news for consumption.
By Jörn Petring
Like Germany, Japan is also experiencing a turning point in security policy. In light of rising tensions with China and Russia, the defense sector is ramping up rapidly. But there are debates, for example, about financing.
By Redaktion Table
China acts increasingly aggressively in the Indo-Pacific. The organizers of the Munich Security Conference warn of a growing risk of escalation. However, the fate of the Indo-Pacific will not be decided by China and the USA alone.
By Michael Radunski
The controversy surrounding eight-time world footballer Lionel Messi's injury in Hong Kong continues to widen. Now, two international matches of world champions Argentina in Beijing and Hangzhou have been canceled.
By Marcel Grzanna
The World Uyghur Congress welcomes BASF's withdrawal from Xinjiang. However, the association continues to be concerned about the company's involvement.
By Marcel Grzanna
