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China's neighbors: It's complicated

Our China Perspective column is written by authors from the People's Republic who wish to remain anonymous. Today's article looks at the relationship and feelings of the People's Republic toward its neighbors.

By Experts Table.Briefings

SHANGHAI, CHINA - APRIL 21: People visit the BOSCH booth during the 20th Shanghai International Automobile Industry Exhibition at the National Exhibition and Convention Center Shanghai on April 21, 2023 in Shanghai, China. PUBLICATIONxINxGERxSUIxAUTxHUNxONLY Copyright: xVCGx 111433050285

Premature euphoria among German suppliers

While German car manufacturers are increasingly struggling on the Chinese market, their suppliers' business is flourishing. The question is how long the trend will continue and how big the profit really is.

By Christian Domke Seidel

230524 -- LAGOS, May 24, 2023 -- Guests pose for a group photo at a launch ceremony for Yutong electric buses in Lagos, Nigeria, on May 23, 2023. Chinese bus maker Yutong on Tuesday launched the first electric mass transit buses targeting public transport in Lagos, Nigeria s economic hub, as the country prepares for the gradual shift from internal combustion engine-powered vehicles to sustainable electric vehicles EVs. The project is a collaboration between the Oando Clean Energy Limited, Yutong s partner in Nigeria, and the Lagos Metropolitan Area Transport Authority to start proof-of-concept with two Yutong electric buses on the Bus Rapid Transit road in Lagos. Photo by /Xinhua NIGERIA-LAGOS-CHINESE ELECTRIC BUSES-LAUNCH LixPeng PUBLICATIONxNOTxINxCHN

Yutong's uncertain partner in Lagos

The Chinese manufacturer Yutong plans to supply 12,000 electric buses to the Nigerian metropolis. However, the deal could come with unpleasant surprises. The Nigerian partner is embroiled in a severe financial scandal.

By Christian Hiller von Gaertringen

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'We question the behavior of our ancestors'

In provenance research, we not only reconstruct the paths of art but also question the behavior of our ancestors and reevaluate patterns of action. This can lead to the deconstruction of previous heroes of collection history, both in museums and private collections. While this may be painful, it should not distract us from recognizing Germany's colonial entanglements. This is a response to Renata Franke's Opinion.

By Experts Table.Briefings