Rare earths: EU companies lose confidence
European companies in China are under pressure due to stricter export controls. One in three member companies are therefore already considering relocating their supply chains out of China.
By Amelie Richter
European companies in China are under pressure due to stricter export controls. One in three member companies are therefore already considering relocating their supply chains out of China.
By Amelie Richter
The EU has officially ended the WTO proceedings against China for discriminatory trade practices towards Lithuania. The background to this was the diplomatic conflict following the opening of a Taiwan office in Vilnius, which led to economic pressure from Beijing.
By Amelie Richter
Following the outbreak of African swine fever in wild boars in Spain, China is stopping all pork imports from the EU country for the time being. The measure could last for at least twelve months.
By Fabian Peltsch
The Chinese-American political scientist on the frustration of Chinese elites under Xi Jinping. And the question of how he could shape his succession.
By Angela Köckritz
Speculation about a possible takeover by the Chinese sporting goods group Anta Sports has caused the Puma share price to soar. However, the Pinault family as a major shareholder is a decisive factor for a deal that would bring the Chinese competitor closer to Adidas and Nike.
By Ning Wang
China's industrial production is falling for the eighth month in a row, while the service sector has fallen below the growth threshold for the first time in almost three years. The weak figures are increasing the pressure on political decision-makers.
By Ning Wang
After the worst fire in Hong Kong's recent history, the city's civil society has been revitalized. But the national security police have the upper hand.
By Fabian Kretschmer
Japan and Germany are facing challenges in their relationship with China. The events surrounding Taiwan show that the time has come for closer strategic cooperation between the two countries.
By Aya Adachi and Michael Laha