Covid and the Ukraine war have left deep scars on the global economy. The US economy is in a slight recession. In the EU, growth is still over 2.5 percent, but there are also signs of a downturn. By comparison, China is in a much better position. A stocktaking.
By Frank Sieren
For days, the Chinese military had simulated an attack on Taiwan. On Wednesday, Beijing officially declared an end to the exercises, but still intends to keep up the pressure. In the meantime, military experts in Washington are simulating a worst-case scenario. Could the island nation defend itself against an invasion with the help of the United States?
By Redaktion Table
Why is China reacting so harshly to Nancy Pelosi's visit to Taiwan? Among other things, Beijing sees it as a paradigm shift on the part of the US: The historic one-China principle is being deliberately softened. The two sides are thus accusing each other of softening the status quo on the Taiwan Strait.
By Christiane Kuehl
