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Chinesische Autos Russland Export
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Is Russia's car market soon in Chinese hands?

Chinese cars have become popular in Russia in recent years. Brands like Chery and Haval are now able to fill the gap left by the withdrawal of Western manufacturers. This is made possible by Russia's yuan reserves. Ultimately, however, Russia could end up becoming an extension of China's automotive sector.

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(220301) -- CHENGDE, March 1, 2022 -- Aerial photo taken on March 1, 2022 shows the snow view in Saihanba National Fores
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By Nico Beckert

Hongkong - Coronavirus: Massenkäufe für Isolationsfall
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Hong Kong: German embassy fears isolation of children

With mass testing and lockdown, Hong Kong plans to bring the rapid spread of the coronavirus in the city back under control. Thus, the German embassy prepares its citizens for "tough weeks". German diplomats are particularly concerned about minors who could be separated from their parents for isolation. Many foreigners have already left the city for good.

By Redaktion Table

Solarpanels aus China: Abhängigkeitsfaktor für EU
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Energy transition: from Russian to Chinese dependence

Putin's war against Ukraine is sending shock waves through German politics. Certainties such as secure energy supply are being called into question. After all, Germany is dependent on Russian gas. Now, the energy transition is to be accelerated. But new dependencies are looming – on China.

By Nico Beckert