Growth last year was significantly lower than expected. But the government still has plenty of scopes to boost the economy through higher spending. A six percent increase is quite possible this year.
By Experts Table.Briefings
At the Munich Security Conference, China forces its way back onto the stage of world politics and immediately sparks controversy. Wang Yi announced a peace plan for Ukraine and accused the USA of hysterical behavior. The US, in turn, accuses China of plans to supply Russia with weapons.
By Michael Radunski
Besides Russia, the relationship between the US and China is the second central topic at the Munich Security Conference. Participating political scientist Ian Bremmer believes the balloon incident was the result of a combination of sloppiness and poor organization. Michael Radunski spoke with Bremmer.
By Redaktion Table
Tensions around Taiwan have intensified - which also has far-reaching consequences for the economy. The Global China Conversations of the Kiel Institute for the World Economy focus on Xi's motives for the focus on Taiwan and assess the current risks.
By Michael Radunski
At last October's Party Congress, Xi Jinping put security matters at the center of his policy. The issue now permeates all political domains. Security is even more important to Xi than economic development. The capability for conflict is increasing.
By Christiane Kuehl
