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We need more autocracy competence

Straw man arguments and false dichotomies plague the current dispute on how to appropriately approach autocratic China. In the struggle for the proper middle ground, we should therefore stop grotesquely exaggerating the positions of the other side.

By Experts Table.Briefings

Sinolytics Radar

China and the US compete for allies

Over the last few months, both the US and China have increased engagement with international partners in multilateral fora. In light of US-China tensions, these summits can be seen as attempts by both countries to win over partners for their cause. Most countries try to remain outside of the bilateral competition, but as the US and China are ramping up their efforts, it might become more difficult for countries to remain neutral.​

By Experts Table.Briefings

Palm oil storage tanks, Malaysia. Oil is extracted from the date_like seeds of the oil palm, SE Asia.
Feature

Beijing still reluctant about e-fuels

Parts of the German car industry are turning their attention to e-fuels. The Chinese mass market will probably also decide whether this will pay off. The People's Republic first wants to focus on sustainable aviation fuels. This would also benefit cars with combustion engines in the long term. However, there is still no core policy.

By Frank Sieren

Fishing boat at sea Beijing China Copyright: xLianxFeix bji01990096
Feature

Deep-sea fishing creates conflicts

A ship accident in the Indian Ocean throws a spotlight on China's extensive fishing activities on the high seas. Irregular practices in particular – so-called IUU fishing – are met with international criticism, not only from environmentalists. And the issue of the deep-sea fishery is also creating new conflict with Washington.

By Jörn Petring

Opinion

US Dollar vs. RMB – bipolar currency regime possible

The Western Russia sanctions have increased the desire for an alternative to the US dollar in many countries, because they also affect the settlement of foreign exchange transactions. This benefits the Chinese yuan (renminbi) on its way to becoming a global currency.

By Experts Table.Briefings