What lies ahead for Germany's international relations after the Merkel era? Five theses on developments under the next chancellor. The EU will continue to liberate itself from the US – at the same time, Germany's role could improve if it plays its cards right.
By Redaktion Table
Yuen Yuen Ang is a professor of Chinese economics at the University of Michigan. As an author, she focuses on the global implications of China's rise. Ang also looks at the problems posed by China's rapid industrialization and explains why arbitrary decrees from Beijing's political leadership stand in the way of the country's global rise.
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The Chinese-speaking community in Germany has also been following the federal elections closely. However, hopes and expectations of the new government vary significantly depending on origin. A Chinese mother from Siegburg hopes for more respect for her home country. Hong Kong citizens and Uyghurs, on the other hand, want a hard line vis-à-vis Beijing.
By Marcel Grzanna
With the release of Meng Wanzhou and the two Canadians, one of the most massive points of contention in the relationship between China and the West has been settled. But a dangerous precedent has been set for the international community. Is a period of hostage diplomacy about to begin?
By Redaktion Table