The data from Russian customs put Beijing in a difficult spot: China apparently provided a large number of components that could also be used for military purposes. The problem: Beijing pretends not to support Russia in the war against Ukraine.
By Marcel Grzanna
The presumed Chinese spy balloon, which was spotted over California over the weekend and later shot down over the sea, is also a hot topic in China. Especially on social media, people are sharing their opinions, which range from outrage to humorous comparisons to disaster movies.
By Fabian Peltsch
The balloon incident leaves communication between China and the USA disrupted for the time being. Regardless of all open questions, the US had all rights to shoot down the flying object; Accordingly, China is keeping it on the down-low. What appears to be a particularly insolent provocation could also be the result of a chain of minor mistakes.
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China's economy is regaining momentum. The imminent boom will probably strain the commodity markets – and probably drive up inflation again. Germany will especially feel the return of China's hunger for energy when orders for oil and gas pick up again.
By Redaktion Table
The sinicisation of Tibet's children and youth continues. To estrange them from their own culture, Chinese authorities force them into boarding schools far from their families. The students only see their families during the holidays. They speak their mother tongue less and less.
By Marcel Grzanna
Beijing's first "Western" nightlife district is finally being torn down. For many long-established residents of the capital, but also for many Germans who once lived in Beijing, this marks the end of an era.
By Redaktion Table
The US company OpenAI is earning admiration for the capabilities of its artificial intelligence ChatGPT. Now, not only Google fears for its business model. Baidu is the first Chinese company to go on the offensive.
By Redaktion Table
Taiwan has a new cabinet. At least partially. The majority of the ministers of the outgoing Su Tseng-chang cabinet are also part of the government of the new Premier Chen Chien-jen. Among them are the ministers for foreign affairs, defense and mainland affairs. This means that Taiwan signals one thing above all to its international partners: stability.
By David Demes
Research and development and effective implementation of the results into marketable products are the key to economic independence. All the more reason for Beijing to encourage the development of new technology. A new Merics study reveals how the government realizes this. There is a lot at stake for Europe.
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Brazil's President Lula surprised German Chancellor Scholz during his visit with statements referring to China as a mediator in the Ukraine war. This shows: In his second term as president, Lula is relying on a similar approach as he did two decades ago. However, the diplomatic and economic relationship between Brazil and the People's Republic has changed since then.
By Amelie Richter
