The head of New Zealand's intelligence service has warned of security risks in the wake of China's growing influence in the Pacific. In return, the Chinese embassy accuses him of "Cold War thinking".
By Leonardo Pape
Media reports say that DOGE has stopped funding the Radio Free Asia. A financial freeze would also be controversial in view of Elon Musk's business interests in China.
By Manuel Liu
The European Parliament has condemned Thailand's deportation of Uyghur refugees to China and is pushing for reforms. There was an internal debate about the timing of the debate due to a trip to Thailand by MEPs.
By Amelie Richter
Applying for Schengen visas is a hassle for Chinese travelers and business people. Current figures show a massive drop in the number of visas issued and weeks-long waiting times for appointments in a Chinese metropolis.
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The US tariffs against Taiwan's chip industry appear to have been averted for the time being. However, despite announced billion-dollar investments, Trump continues to pressure global market leader TSMC. Meanwhile, China continues to become increasingly independent of Taiwanese semiconductors.
By Leonardo Pape
Outrageous port fees for Chinese container ships sound like Donald Trump. However, the United States has actually been considering introducing them for a year now. One thing is clear: The fees would change the global trade flow, and consumers would bear the rising costs.
By Christian Domke Seidel
The legal process continues six years after the mass protests in Hong Kong. A social worker has now been found guilty of sedition in the second instance.
By Marcel Grzanna
China is the largest foreign investor in Cambodia. A Chinese defense company is now investing a lot of money in an industrial park near the capital, Phnom Penh.
By Marcel Grzanna
Women in China have to contend with discrimination in the labor market. Several Chinese trade unions have now urged companies to better protect their rights.
By Leonardo Pape
The conflict over the succession to the Dalai Lama is coming to a head. His successor will be born outside of China, writes the spiritual leader of Tibetan Buddhism. The Chinese government also wants to decide on his successor.
By Leonardo Pape
