US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent wants to put pressure on China together with other trading partners. The government in Beijing has now warned other countries against deals that could harm China.
By Angela Köckritz
In response to the tariff dispute with the US, retailers, influencers, and tech giants in China focus on buying domestically. Whether the patriotic buying spree will boost consumption in the long term remains uncertain.
By Fabian Peltsch
Following a fatal accident involving a Xiaomi vehicle, car manufacturers are no longer allowed to use terms such as "intelligent" or "autonomous driving" in advertising.
By Fabian Peltsch
Companies worldwide currently have to make do without valuable Chinese rare earths, which are essential for modern manufacturing. However, experts believe that China may soon resume exports. Otherwise, the country stands to lose an important lever.
By Manuel Changming Liu
Negotiation expert Li Chenggang will be the new commissioner for international trade at the Chinese Ministry of Commerce. The post is regarded as a key position in the tariff war between China and the USA.
By Leonardo Pape
During his trip to Southeast Asia, China's head of state Xi Jinping presents his country as a source of stability. In the midst of the trade war, China wants to strengthen its relations in the region.
By Redaktion Table
Temu and Shein have to raise their prices – due to a new tariff measure by the US government. A decree by President Trump is now closing an important trade loophole for cheap imports from China. Online retailers are calling for purchases before the deadline.
By Amelie Richter
The Trump administration is toughening its stance on China's tech industry: AI company DeepSeek is to be cut off from access to US technology. Chip giant Nvidia is also the target of a congressional investigation.
By Amelie Richter
The surge in exports and the growing independence of Chinese industry pose major challenges for European companies. The latest report from the European Chamber of Commerce sheds light on the effects and the EU's reactions to this development.
By Amelie Richter
As Chairman of the EU Military Committee, Robert Brieger advises Foreign Affairs Commissioner Kaja Kallas. The aim is for Europe to be able to defend itself by the end of the decade, says the general from Austria in an interview with Stephan Israel. The Commission has presented the necessary instruments for this with the ReArm Europe rearmament program.
By Stephan Israel
