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Criticism of CAI worker protection requirements continues

More than 100 China experts are calling for a halt to the EU-China Comprehensive Agreement on Investment (CAI). They criticize China's weak commitment to human and workers' rights. The debate focuses, in particular, on the ILO conventions on forced labor, which Beijing has not yet ratified.

By Amelie Richter

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China's quantum computer Jiuzhang

China wants to demonstrate technological superiority with the presentation of the new quantum computer "Jiuzhang". The competition in quantum computing will become tougher because the technology is the great hope in battery research, drug development and autonomous driving.

By Ning Wang

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By Amelie Richter

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Hainan's path to a free trade zone

Beijing's master plan: The southern Chinese island paradise of Hainan is to be transformed into a high-tech location with an attached free trade zone. Tax breaks, special permits for the use of medicines, and high-tech settlements are intended to attract investors. However, the island is still sparsely populated and is financed through tourism. Bankruptcies and corruption scandals have accompanied the development of the region.

By Frank Sieren

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China's 'climate billionaires'

Bloomberg's ranking of "green billionaires" is dominated by the Chinese. The shareholders of EV, battery and solar manufacturers are benefiting from the boom in sustainable investments. But caution is advised: Large parts of the "green fortune" are based on massively increased stock market prices.

By Nico Beckert

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17+1: growing disillusionment ahead of summit

Next week, the virtual 17+1 summit between China and 17 Central and Eastern European countries will take place. Beijing must polish its image in the region. After all, disillusionment with cooperation with China is increasing due to unfulfilled promises in the course of the New Silk Road.

By Amelie Richter