Chinese entrepreneurs increasingly see the car as an entry point into the AI era. German companies need to take a close look.
By Redaktion Table
Under Xi Jinping, coming to terms with the Cultural Revolution has become more taboo than ever. Even family histories written down in private have become politically explosive. This is illustrated by the case of a Beijing bookseller who was recently arrested.
By Johnny Erling
The retro trend is booming in China, especially among younger people. Despite weak consumer sentiment, they are willing to spend money on products with emotional value. Companies are taking notice.
By Fabian Peltsch
For China’s emperors, food security was always the highest priority if they wanted to preserve their rule. For China’s leader Xi Jinping, the question of whether the country has enough to eat borders on an obsession. That also has to do with his youth.
By Johnny Erling
China is using cartoons as a propaganda weapon in diplomatic conflict. The state-directed smear images recall methods from the 1950s.
By Johnny Erling
The People's Republic allows masses of foreign tourists from 75 countries to enter the country visa-free for up to a month. New liberal policy? Beijing continues to practice the balancing act between freedom of movement and control.
By Johnny Erling
Many non-political issues can divide public opinion in China, such as whether zongzi (sticky rice dumplings wrapped in reed leaves) should be salty or sweet, or whether sugar belongs in scrambled eggs with tomatoes. These topics reflect large regional differences, yet people treat them as harmless jokes. One issue, however, can trigger real disputes: traditional Chinese medicine.
By Redaktion Table
The general life expectancy of the Chinese is expected to rise to 80 years in the next five years. This was unthinkable when “barefoot doctors” were still treating farmers.
By Johnny Erling
Our “View from China” column is written by authors from the People’s Republic. This week’s topic is the increasing social acceptance in China of suspecting fellow citizens of espionage. This development also follows a global trend.
By Redaktion Table
China is making its presence felt at the Frankfurt Book Fair – but behind the glittering volumes lies an ailing industry. The five-volume work by state and party leader Xi, who has overtaken all his predecessors, does nothing to change this.
By Johnny Erling
