On July 3, the Chinese Ministry of Commerce released new rules requiring the issuance of permits for the export of gallium and germanium metals and their compounds. The restrictions which will take effect on August 1 will especially impact supply chains in the production of semiconductors, photovoltaic cells, LED lighting systems, and specialized telecommunications equipment.
By Experts Table.Briefings
China has achieved a world record in nuclear fusion: Researchers managed to maintain a high plasma temperature for an extended time. Fusion is expected to be an important element of China's energy policy someday.
By Frank Sieren
While countries like Germany have been debating the pros and cons of carbon storage for years, the technology has long been seen as part of the solution in China's fight against climate change. For the first time, state-owned energy companies have now constructed an offshore storage facility in the South China Sea.
By Jörn Petring