Colombia plans to join China’s Belt and Road infrastructure initiative. President Gustavo Petro has now agreed on a cooperation plan with President Xi Jinping. Recently, China has overtaken the United States as the largest country of origin for exports to Colombia.
By Leonardo Pape
For the fifth time, Beijing has reinforced its territorial claims in the Himalayas by issuing a list that assigns new names to locations in Indian–controlled Arunachal Pradesh. The move could deliver a significant setback to the cautious diplomatic thaw between the two major powers.
By Angela Köckritz
Shortly before the harvest, China's authorities are warning of high temperatures and drought, which could jeopardize wheat production. Climate change is already jeopardizing the economic performance, food supply, and health of the Chinese population. China's adaptation strategy has some gaps.
By Angela Köckritz
Li had just been appointed as the country’s new trade representative. At the US-China Economic Summit in Switzerland, the seasoned diplomat successfully demonstrated his negotiation skills. In the coming weeks, he will play a prominent role in shaping Sino-American relations.
By Redaktion Table
Tesla’s sales in China are stagnating – and the US company is falling behind Chinese competitors in the growing market for non-combustion vehicles. The absence of Tesla and other prominent brands from Auto Shanghai bodes ill.
By Christian Domke Seidel
The USA has stepped up the pressure on Iran – and once again targeted trade with China. Over 20 companies are believed to have been involved in a network that supplied Iranian oil to China on a large scale. Washington has now responded with targeted sanctions.
By Amelie Richter
Xi Jinping wants more influence in Latin America. To this end, he has now promised a package of investments and loans. The charm offensive is also aimed at exerting pressure on Taiwan.
By Emily Kossak
On Monday, the US and China agreed on a 90-day tariff pause. Now, Xi Jinping has addressed the trade dispute publicly for the first time. Meanwhile, Donald Trump is willing to speak with Xi at the end of the week.
By Emily Kossak
Volkswagen continues to receive magnets containing rare earths from China despite Beijing's export restrictions. According to insiders, at least four Chinese suppliers have received special export permits.
By Fabian Peltsch
Herbert Diess does not consider the heavy dependence of Europe's renewables sector on China a problem. In an interview with Table.Briefings, he says that we should be grateful to China. However, the former VW boss has a problem with the European car industry's hesitation to embrace electromobility.
By Lukas Knigge
