China’s New Silk Road saw a sharp increase in industrial projects in the first half of 2025. The main focus is on countries in ASEAN and Africa. Competitive pressure on German and European companies in third markets is rising.
By Julia Fiedler
China, Kyrgyzstan and Uzbekistan have signed a financing agreement for a new railway line. The USD 4.7 billion project is intended to create a key overland link between China and Central Asia.
By Amelie Richter
Chinese automaker Xpeng Motors is setting up local production in Malaysia. In addition, the autonomous driving start-up Momenta is continuing its expansion across Southeast Asia.
By Leonardo Pape
India is easing entry requirements for technical specialists and other business travelers. In recent years, major Chinese electronics companies such as Xiaomi have struggled to secure visas for their staff.
By Leonardo Pape
Our column “China Perspective” is written by authors from the People’s Republic of China. This week’s focus is on China’s distinctive annual rhythm: why the new year, the economy, and politics don’t truly shift into gear until after the “Two Sessions” in March.
By Redaktion Table
China says it has issued initial general export licenses for rare earths. EU Trade Commissioner Maroš Šefčovič says licenses have also been granted to European companies.
By Leonardo Pape
The United States and Russia possess by far the world’s largest nuclear arsenals. But no country is expanding its stockpile faster than China – according to Washington, partly to deter intervention in a potential conflict over Taiwan. Beijing, meanwhile, argues that responsibility for disarmament lies primarily with the largest nuclear powers.
By Andreas Landwehr
The number of Chinese travelers to Japan fell month-on-month in November. Japan’s Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi has signaled openness to dialogue with China.
By Leonardo Pape
