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Beijing's top politicians keep their personal affairs under lock and key. Even when they take their summer break and where they spend it. But there are clear indications that they are currently relaxing at the celebrity resort of Beidaihe 北戴河, – and not just for their vacation.
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China is taking advantage of the economic hardships of Western publishers to buy itself reputable platforms for its propaganda. In the US, but also in Germany, large sums of money flow into advertisements and inserts in renowned newspapers and magazines. Things could hardly go any better for Beijing. Because this provides the People's Republic a platform for the public display of its political interests.
By Marcel Grzanna
India is massively expanding its troop strength at its border to China by sending more than 50,000 additional soldiers to the north. A closer look at the numbers of both countries, however, shows India's struggles in maintaining the balance of power due to an inferior economy compared to China – Indian now could feel backed into a corner. A war between both nuclear powers is nevertheless very unlikely.
By Frank Sieren