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Feature | Globaler Süden

BRICS: Why Brazil maintains strategic autonomy from China

Brazil is proving to be an important partner for Beijing in the trade war with the US. However, despite growing economic integration, Brazil keeps a safe distance from the second-largest largest economy. Europe and India could benefit.

By Leonardo Pape

Interview | USA

Illegal immigrants in the US: 'People just wanted an escape'

In her award-winning documentary “Walk the Line”, Wei Du accompanied a group of people from China who, despite their higher education and wealth, fled to the United States via dangerous routes. In this interview, the journalist talks about a generation without prospects, dangerous trafficking routes and the fallout from Trump's return.

By Fabian Peltsch

Jinling Shipyard in Nanjing
Feature | Schifffahrt

Decarbonization: Risk for China, opportunity for Germany

The decarbonization mandate is putting international shipbuilders under pressure – especially China as a major maritime power. Progressive hidden champions from Germany offer technologies that Chinese shipbuilders are desperately looking for.

By Christian Domke Seidel