China has passed a new legal basis for its foreign policy. Xi Jinping now has the means to take "countermeasures" against Western threats. That is China's prerogative. The problem: Beijing currently sees its sovereignty, security and development interests threatened by foreign countries on many levels.
By Michael Radunski
The recent German-Chinese government consultations were marked by a new sense of mistrust in the field of research. The German Federal Ministry of Education and Research (BMBF) currently sees "limited scope for new collaborations". The scientific community is seeking a new approach. Experts recommend case-by-case considerations and increased dialogue instead of less.
By Tim Gabel
The uprising led by Yevgeny Prigozhin in Russia raises the question: Is something similar possible in China? While the era of warlords in China is long gone, the leadership in Beijing also fears a potential coup from within the military.
By Michael Radunski
