China is expanding its arsenal of nuclear warheads. This is how Beijing wants to buy itself more security through more armaments. China's neighbors react with concern. An arms race is brewing in East Asia.
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Life as a mainland Chinese in Taiwan is like playing a video game on the highest difficulty setting, says Jamie Wang. The stand-up comedian from Shanghai makes her love-hate relationship with the island part of her stage program. Fabian Peltsch spoke with her about discrimination, privileged expats and the tightrope act of provocative jokes.
By Fabian Peltsch
Chinese railway companies become major international suppliers. They compete with Western consortia by offering modern technology and good prices. They also systematically buy their way into the value chains.
By Christian Domke Seidel
The raised minimum wage in Hong Kong is supposed to help keep social peace in the city. The cost of living here is higher than almost anywhere else in the world. Critics complain about clientelism and fear rising numbers of people on welfare. The authorities, however, see employment as an intrinsic benefit to life, health and the spirit.
By Marcel Grzanna
The big boom for German companies failed to materialize after the Covid reopening. Still, they want to continue to invest. They also hope their concerns will be addressed in the upcoming government consultations.
By Jörn Petring
If Moscow had its way, China would currently be buying as much gas as possible from its neighbor. Russia is eager to compensate for the collapsed demand from the EU. However, Beijing is slowing down the planned Power of Siberia 2 pipeline. This could be a tactical move, but not the only reason. Beijing is focusing on energy diversification.
By Jörn Petring
China faces significant economic and societal problems due to low birth rates. A series of measures, such as financial incentives and improved childcare services, aim to address the issue, while some advisors propose more radical approaches. The prospects for success are debated as the root problem runs deeper.
By Fabian Peltsch
Parts of the German car industry are turning their attention to e-fuels. The Chinese mass market will probably also decide whether this will pay off. The People's Republic first wants to focus on sustainable aviation fuels. This would also benefit cars with combustion engines in the long term. However, there is still no core policy.
By Frank Sieren
A ship accident in the Indian Ocean throws a spotlight on China's extensive fishing activities on the high seas. Irregular practices in particular – so-called IUU fishing – are met with international criticism, not only from environmentalists. And the issue of the deep-sea fishery is also creating new conflict with Washington.
By Jörn Petring
The demolition of a mosque in southern China is turning villagers against the state authorities. The uncompromising enforcement of vague directives from Beijing on the sinicization of religions could encourage Islamist extremism in the country rather than curb it.
By Redaktion Table
