The USA has stepped up the pressure on Iran – and once again targeted trade with China. Over 20 companies are believed to have been involved in a network that supplied Iranian oil to China on a large scale. Washington has now responded with targeted sanctions.
By Amelie Richter
Xi Jinping wants more influence in Latin America. To this end, he has now promised a package of investments and loans. The charm offensive is also aimed at exerting pressure on Taiwan.
By Emily Kossak
On Monday, the US and China agreed on a 90-day tariff pause. Now, Xi Jinping has addressed the trade dispute publicly for the first time. Meanwhile, Donald Trump is willing to speak with Xi at the end of the week.
By Emily Kossak
Volkswagen continues to receive magnets containing rare earths from China despite Beijing's export restrictions. According to insiders, at least four Chinese suppliers have received special export permits.
By Fabian Peltsch
Herbert Diess does not consider the heavy dependence of Europe's renewables sector on China a problem. In an interview with Table.Briefings, he says that we should be grateful to China. However, the former VW boss has a problem with the European car industry's hesitation to embrace electromobility.
By Lukas Knigge
Two Chinese fighters in Ukrainian captivity claim they were recruited through Russian campaigns on the Chinese internet. Beijing denies any involvement – but things are not that simple. Between patriotic enthusiasm, Russian propaganda and ironic distance, China's social media offers war enthusiasts a broad stage.
By Fabian Peltsch
The German Council of Science and Humanities recommends a fundamentally new approach to security-related research in light of growing security policy risks. Scientific institutions should be better protected against espionage, unwanted outflow of knowledge and political interference.
By Markus Weisskopf
China and the USA are willing to compromise. However, this respite in the tariff dispute does not solve the problem. There are appeals from the People's Republic to planning-hungry European companies: "Don't rush into anything!"
By Marcel Grzanna
Pakistan claims to have shot down Indian fighter jets. A Chinese influencer has now gone viral with mockery of these fighter jets.
By Emily Kossak
In a white paper, the State Council communicates China's security strategy to the outside world. The document affirms a "security path with Chinese characteristics." Taiwan is also mentioned.
By Emily Kossak
