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China E-Busse

China drives global electric bus boom

Almost every electric bus in the world is on the road in China. The People's Republic is therefore driving global development with its subsidy policy. The EU can also learn lessons from China's e-bus boom.

By Nico Beckert

Macau Impf-Tourismus

Macau: vaccine tourism instead of casino trips

Covid vaccinations and medications are currently in higher demand among Chinese tourists in the gambling mecca of Macau than a spot at the roulette table. Casino owners hope that the new year will also bring the longed-for recovery. And with them, the entire city, which has made its productivity and prosperity almost completely dependent on the gambling passion of Chinese customers.

By Redaktion Table

China: unverheiratete Mütter

The hardship of single mothers

More and more Chinese women decide not to get married. But unmarried women face social and economic disadvantages. Single mothers have it especially hard.

By Fabian Peltsch

Assessments of leading China researchers on 2023

Leading experts from universities, think tanks and the private sector have given their assessments for China.Table on how the trends of the old year will continue into 2023 – and what new developments are on the horizon.

By Redaktion Table

Ai-Weiei

'The regime is still very confident'

Chinese artist Ai Weiwei considers the Chinese leadership’s decisions chaotic and confusing, saying the abrupt departure from zero-Covid brings “panic and death.” Nevertheless, he sees no weakening of the regime. At the same time, he reiterates his criticism of the Germans’ faith in authority. The questions were asked by Fabian Peltsch.

By Redaktion Table

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Christmas between consumerism and religious struggle

Christmas is not just a consumer holiday in China, either. For many Chinese Christians, Christmas Eve is the most important holiday of the year. Since the pandemic, however, unofficial house churches have encountered more obstacles than usual.

By Fabian Peltsch

Wealthy Chinese are drawn to Singapore

The Chinese upper class has long benefited from the country's economic reforms. But under Xi Jinping, many fear for their wealth – and get themselves and their money to safety.

By Redaktion Table

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'Everyone is sick here'

From zero-Covid to full-Covid: The steep Omicron wave brings public and economic life to a grinding halt. The previously flawless testing system is being sabotaged by the authorities themselves. Some foreigners have problems leaving the country.

By Redaktion Table

Xi rediscovers the private sector

The private sector finally receives greater support again. The leadership sees the role of foreign investors in a more positive light in the face of the persistently weak economy.

By Redaktion Table