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China has announced its intention to phase out financing of overseas coal-fired power. But the details remain unclear. For example, will China also stop projects that have already been started? Wawa Wang and Dr. Vanessa Buth from the non-governmental organization Just Finance International, which campaigns for more transparency in public procurement, reviewed China's numerous coal projects in the Western Balkans. They urge the EU and Germany to call on China to disclose its overseas coal policies.
By Redaktion Table
Beijing has been reforesting woodlands across the country for years - with varying degrees of success. While China has achieved success in the Gobi Desert, other tree planting campaigns have not had the desired effects. The success of reforestation in the fight against climate change also depends on the type of trees planted.
By Ning Wang
Geely wants to develop the software required for smart cars with its subsidiary EcarX - and have the corresponding chips manufactured to match. Parts of the technology come from a hidden champion in Germany. EcarX will go into mass production this year with China's first 7-nanometer chip designed for use in cars.
By Frank Sieren