William Lai, Vice President of Taiwan since May 2020, and the Democratic Progressive Party's (DPP) candidate, remains the frontrunner in the upcoming presidential election in Taiwan. However, he is now engaged in a two-way race with Hou Yu-ih of the Kuomintang Party (KMT).
By Redaktion Table
The Volkswagen Group denies knowledge of any collaboration between its Chinese joint ventures and vocational colleges integrated into the state's forced labor system in Xinjiang.
By Marcel Grzanna
The solar industry is in disagreement over how to deal with competition from China. The reason for the divide: companies are affected differently. While manufacturers suffer, the downstream segment benefits from low prices.
By Christiane Kuehl
Before departing for Beijing, Ursula von der Leyen delivered a strong message on trade. However, practical experts in the business world do not anticipate a decisive impact from the EU-China negotiations.
By Amelie Richter
Rating agency Moody’s considers the debt in China too high and the growth too low. While the evaluation does not affect the state's financing capability, it does impact perceptions abroad.
By Finn Mayer-Kuckuk
The dream of owning a home has become a problematic issue for China's economy. However, the financial system is not expected to become unstable as it possesses sufficient reserves. The government can offer assistance by bringing real estate developers under state control.
By Experts Table.Briefings
China intends to deepen its cooperation with Belarus, according to statements from President Xi Jinping and Alexander Lukashenko on Monday in Beijing. This includes coordination at the United Nations and enhanced collaboration in the economic and trade sectors.
By Michael Radunski
A reporter from the Hong Kong-based South China Morning Post (SCMP) seems to have gone missing. Minnie Chan has been unreachable since a business trip to Beijing last month. The incident, however, evokes unpleasant memories.
By Michael Radunski
China's Central Commission for Discipline Inspection has announced its intention to intensify its fight against corruption ahead of the holidays. The warning comes on the 11th anniversary of the "eight guidelines" for improving behavior.
By Michael Radunski