In a telephone call with US President Trump, Xi Jinping insists on Beijing's claim to Taiwan. He also calls for further stabilization of bilateral relations.
By Yi Ling Pan
Singapore is a key vantage point for understanding developments in China. Tim Philippi of the German Chamber of Commerce in Singapore explains how the city-state interprets geopolitical tensions – and what opportunities this creates for German businesses.
By Amelie Richter
A large share of the high-grade iron ore from Guinea’s Simandou mine is destined for China. For state-owned machinery manufacturer XCMG, the USD 20 billion project represents a major growth market.
By Lucia Weiß
At the EU-Indo-Pacific Forum in Brussels, leaders highlighted how the Ukraine conflict is increasingly connected to the region. EU foreign policy chief Kaja Kallas criticized China’s stance, as shared security interests dominated the discussions.
By Amelie Richter
China and the United States have resumed security discussions aimed at reducing the risk of military escalation.
By Ning Wang
Washington is weighing approval for the sale of Nvidia’s H200 AI chips to China. Loosening restrictions would signal a thaw in the ongoing trade disputes.
By Ning Wang
High interest rates are worsening Sri Lanka’s debt crisis rather than easing it. Economists warn that the country’s restrictive monetary policy is delaying the recovery of an economy already scarred by conflict.
By Arjun Jayadev, Ahilan Kadirgamar and J.W. Mason
During his visit to Asia, SPD leader Lars Klingbeil underscored Singapore’s strategic importance for Germany. He said he was particularly impressed by the city-state’s innovative strength – achieved without natural resources or a major industrial base.
By Amelie Richter
Many non-political issues can divide public opinion in China, such as whether zongzi (sticky rice dumplings wrapped in reed leaves) should be salty or sweet, or whether sugar belongs in scrambled eggs with tomatoes. These topics reflect large regional differences, yet people treat them as harmless jokes. One issue, however, can trigger real disputes: traditional Chinese medicine.
By Redaktion Table
