In the conflict over alleged spy balloons, China now accuses the USA. Meanwhile, reports of Chinese military balloons over Taiwan reveal the true extent of the Chinese campaign is far from clear.
By Michael Radunski
The acquisition of a stake in the Hamburg container terminal Tollerort by the Chinese Cosco Group has not yet been sealed, even after the decision deadline has expired. Talks about details are still ongoing behind closed doors.
By Christiane Kuehl
China's emissions trading still has numerous flaws and is no effective climate action instrument. Now the government aims to improve the data collection of corporate emissions. A hard emissions cap and an expansion of emissions trading are not expected before the end of the 2020s.
By Nico Beckert
Until now, China was the most populous country in the world. But now the population is declining – and earlier than expected; India is currently surpassing it. In an interview with Felix Lee, demography expert Yi Fuxian explains the consequences for society, the economy and the rest of the world.
By Redaktion Table
Xi Jinping is under pressure – in foreign policy, economically, and socially. There is also growing discontent within the Communist Party. In this situation, Xi goes on the offensive and places the economy above ideology again – at least for now.
By Michael Radunski
To the Americans, it is clear: The downed Chinese balloon was used for espionage. But with the new findings, there is also growing certainty: The US has long underestimated China's ambitions and capabilities.
By Michael Radunski
The German Free Democratic Party (FDP) calls for greater networking of the world's democracies in order to be able to take a stronger position vis-à-vis China. It wants Germany's economy to undergo stress tests in the event of a crisis to avoid becoming susceptible to coercion.
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The US-sanctioned governor of Xinjiang, Erkin Tuniyaz, is traveling to Europe. Probably to try and downplay the human rights crimes committed by his government against the Uyghurs. This move is met with disapproval by politicians and human rights activists.
By Marcel Grzanna
China's intellectuals are surprisingly lively in their discussions of philosophy and society – but unfortunately, little of this ever leaves the People's Republic. Instead, the focus is on the slogans of the propaganda media. The blog "Reading the China Dream" by Canadian David Ownby shows: Many thinkers are looking for more contemporary solutions to the country's needs.
By Fabian Peltsch
The debate about the risks of research cooperation with Chinese partners is being conducted in detail among China experts. The idea of a possible central register is not well received by all, as researchers could become targets of the Chinese state apparatus.
By Marcel Grzanna
