The battlefield in the trade war between the US and China is shifting increasingly to the tech sector. New chip software restrictions are now giving smartphone manufacturer Xiaomi a hard time. However, its Chinese competitor has already proven that regulations can facilitate decoupling from US technology.
By Jörn Petring
Four suspected Chinese spies have been indicted in Taipei. They are accused of passing on secret information to China.
By Emily Kossak
A Chinese man in the US is believed to have smuggled weapons and ammunition to North Korea for two million US dollars. Now he is on trial.
By Emily Kossak
China is upgrading its arsenal with sophisticated maritime drones. The technology also serves as a show of force against Taiwan. However, their strategic use remains limited.
By Fabian Peltsch
Following talks with EU Trade Commissioner Šefčovič, China has signaled its willingness to negotiate. However, Beijing does not want to scrap its export controls altogether.
By Emily Kossak
Representatives from China and the United States are holding talks in London on Monday. The two-day talks aim to build on the provisional agreement reached during the negotiations in Geneva.
By Emily Kossak
China's economy continues to suffer from weak consumer confidence and the trade war. Despite the agreement with the US to suspend tariffs for 90 days, exports are only growing slowly.
By Emily Kossak
Corrupt military, nuclear muscle flexing and a rare homage to Hu Jintao: While Xi Jinping shows strength in foreign policy, there are growing signs that internal power struggles are simmering ahead of the next party congress in Beijing.
By Andreas Landwehr
According to the US President, the phone call between Donald Trump and Xi Jinping primarily focused on trade. Trump announced that delegations from both countries would meet soon to deepen the talks.
By Fabian Peltsch
Chinese export controls on rare earths are causing problems for companies and politicians. The German Ministry of Economic Affairs has urged companies to become more involved in raw materials activities.
By Marcel Grzanna
