The Chinese leadership seeks rapprochement with the outside world, while the space for civil society within the country continues to shrink. But even in Germany, the perception of China is increasingly narrowing.
By Leonardo Pape
The German Council of Science and Humanities believes that Germany's science sector is changing due to global political upheaval. With the end of the former German government, the security-relevant dimension is coming more to the fore. However, establishing a China competence network poses challenges for politics and science.
By Marcel Grzanna
The industrial policy strategy "Made in China 2025" stands for China's goal of becoming one of the world's leading and most competitive economies. A new study shows that society is proud of this progress and concerned about the social consequences.
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The ASEAN and GCC states meet with China at a joint summit for the first time. They aim to create an economic counterweight to the West. Given the complicated diplomatic relations, observers are skeptical as to whether any concrete results will be achieved. However, the focus is on something else anyway.
By Emily Kossak
As tensions in the South China Sea continue, the Philippines is signaling openness to China for further agreements to secure peace in the South China Sea.
By Katrin Klein
An article in a Chinese military magazine outlines how targeted strikes against Taiwan's critical infrastructure could cripple the country and lead to "reunification" without direct war.
By Fabian Peltsch
Many men who cannot find a wife in China go abroad in search of a bride. They often encounter scammers and human traffickers in the process.
By Angela Köckritz
Ten years ago, the Australian government leased the strategically important port of Darwin to a Chinese company. Now it wants it back – an intention criticized by the Chinese ambassador.
By Angela Köckritz
Critical infrastructure, electric cars and direct investment: Poland's citizens have very similar concerns about China as the Germans. How Warsaw deals with them also depends on the upcoming presidential election.
By Manuel Liu
As a DJ, entrepreneur and activist for alternative lifestyles, Rainbow Gao has influenced China's modern pop culture. This year, her techno festival on the Great Wall is celebrating a comeback after a long hiatus.
By Redaktion Table
