China's new foreign minister could have said a lot about the war in Ukraine regarding the peace plan. But he preferred to rant against the USA during his grand appearance at the People's Congress. Above all, however, he backed Moscow.
By Jörn Petring
Over the weekend, the Two Sessions, China’s parliament and its consultative body, convened and discussed the new government report. While the National People’s Congress (NPC) and Chinese People’s Consultative Conference (CPPCC) do not have significant legislative powers, the composition of delegates represented at the Two Sessions still signals certain government priorities.
By Experts Table.Briefings
While the German government considers Chinese network technology a security risk, Huawei stresses the satisfaction of its customers. In fact, geopolitical considerations play just as big a role in the debate as tangible technical risks. Wireless network operators in Germany, such as Telekom and O2, warn that they need time to make the switch.
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China's much-anticipated "peace strategy" for the Ukrainian war is simultaneously a reshaping of the UN Charter, according to Chinese understanding.
By Experts Table.Briefings
In the race for future technologies, access to raw materials like lithium, manganese or cobalt is crucial for competitors. While Europe is focusing on sustainability with a supply chain law, China is foregoing minimum social or green standards for extraction.
By Redaktion Table
One year after the Beijing Winter Olympics, things have gone quiet around China's winter sports ambitions. Only rarely do athletes from the country appear in the spotlight. The focus seems to be on a handful of disciplines that offer a chance of success.
By Christiane Kuehl