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China's new 'weapon' in the South China Sea

The dispute between China and the Philippines in the South China Sea is coming to a head again. In addition to artificial islands, attacks with water cannons and laser pointers, Beijing now shows a new "weapon." Manila also wants to rely on non-state actors in the future – and is thus further heating up the conflict.

By Michael Radunski

epa10882608 European Commission Executive Vice-President and Commissioner for Economy and Trade, Valdis Dombrovskis (L) and Vice-Premier of China He Lifeng shake hands after a press conference following the 10th EU-China High-Level Economic and Trade Dialogue (HED) in Beijing, China, 25 September 2023.  EPA-EFE/ANDRES MARTINEZ CASARES

Dombrovskis shows a clear stance on China

The Ukraine war, the EU investigation into EVs or the anti-espionage law – EU trade chief Valdis Dombrovskis is working through many difficult issues in Beijing. The Latvian is taking a clear stance. However, he waited in vain for concrete concessions from Beijing. What is left is a long list of declarations of intent.

By Amelie Richter