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Illegal immigrants in the US: 'People just wanted an escape'

In her award-winning documentary “Walk the Line”, Wei Du accompanied a group of people from China who, despite their higher education and wealth, fled to the United States via dangerous routes. In this interview, the journalist talks about a generation without prospects, dangerous trafficking routes and the fallout from Trump's return.

By Fabian Peltsch

Brittle bridges: EU-China summit in times of growing tensions

Expectations for the upcoming EU-China summit in Beijing are low. Growing trade disputes, the war in Ukraine and new transatlantic alliances are putting relations to the test. Foreign Minister Wang Yi's visit to Europe also failed to bring about any rapprochement.

By Amelie Richter, Till Hoppe and Stephan Israel