In a telephone call with US President Trump, Xi Jinping insists on Beijing's claim to Taiwan. He also calls for further stabilization of bilateral relations.
By Yi Ling Pan
Never before has Beijing's party leadership presented itself as more self-confident, more aggressive and more certain of victory. Within the population, however, there is a collective state of exhaustion.
By Fabian Kretschmer
In February, a referendum is set to create new democratic and economic prospects in Bangladesh. The race between China and the West for the country as a location for strategic investments has long since begun.
By Marcel Grzanna
Since 2020, the People's Republic has no longer allowed German meat into the country due to African swine fever. France and Spain have already lifted the import ban. Now the industry is also calling on the German government to step up its efforts.
By Frederik Bombosch
China is introducing a standardized management system for flight activities in low airspace in order to minimize safety risks. The solution is intended to make monitoring easier for local governments and reduce high infrastructure costs.
By Julia Fiedler
After training in Europe, Pan Jianwei is building China's quantum research into a world leader. His team revolutionizes computer technology with quantum chips that could redistribute the global balance of power.
By Jörn Petring
Singapore is a key vantage point for understanding developments in China. Tim Philippi of the German Chamber of Commerce in Singapore explains how the city-state interprets geopolitical tensions – and what opportunities this creates for German businesses.
By Amelie Richter
A large share of the high-grade iron ore from Guinea’s Simandou mine is destined for China. For state-owned machinery manufacturer XCMG, the USD 20 billion project represents a major growth market.
By Lucia Weiß
At the EU-Indo-Pacific Forum in Brussels, leaders highlighted how the Ukraine conflict is increasingly connected to the region. EU foreign policy chief Kaja Kallas criticized China’s stance, as shared security interests dominated the discussions.
By Amelie Richter
