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Strategic expansion of robotics industry

One lesson from the Covid crisis for Beijing is about more automation. The robotics industry is growing rapidly. German exporters are still benefiting, but China is investing heavily in its robot production. The consequence of automation could be a rise in unemployment.

By Frank Sieren

Die drei Kandidaten für den CDU-Vorsitz: Laschet, Merz, Röttgen
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CDU: the China candidate check

Three candidates for the office of CDU chairman and their stance on China policy: Armin Laschet stands for continuity and "change through trade," Friedrich Merz focuses on a consistent China strategy for Europe, and Norbert Roettgen is expected to be clearly critical of the leadership in Beijing.

By Redaktion Table

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Technologies to drive growth in 2021

China's economic growth will pick up speed in 2021. Experts expect the government's new five-year plan to provide incentives for investment, including for foreigners. The focus will be on smart manufacturing, artificial intelligence, cloud technologies, smart mobility and renewable energies. Beijing also focuses on research cooperation.

By Redaktion Table

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China regulates data protection anew

Beijing presented a data protection law based on the regulatory principles of the EU. Citizens are to be given more rights vis-à-vis companies. The state, on the other hand, will not relinquish its privileges in data protection.

By Frank Sieren

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Limits of decoupling

European companies in China hardly feel the effects of an often called-for decoupling of international supply chains, despite the debates about supply bottlenecks in the pandemic. On the contrary, according to a survey by the EU Chamber of Commerce in China and Merics, companies are continuing to expand their investments.

By Redaktion Table