China already has effective tools for dealing with Omicron, says virologist Hendrik Streeck. His advice to the Chinese government: It should once more boost the immunity of the elderly with the existing vaccine. With the booster, the Chinese vaccine also protects "very well" against severe cases. Frank Sieren spoke with Streeck.
By Frank Sieren
According to reports, China's leadership will soon sit down with the country's tech bosses. They are expected to help slow the downturn in the second-largest economy.
By Redaktion Table
Under Security Chief John Lee, Hong Kong's police brutally crushed mass protests in 2019. To this day, Lee has not answered for the rampant violence. Still, the 64-year-old wants to lead the city government's fate in the future. His chances of being elected as the new Chief Executive on Sunday are high. He enjoys Beijing's support.
By Marcel Grzanna
The Omicron wave and China's harsh response to it are weighing on virtually all European companies. In a survey by the EU Chamber of Commerce in China, nearly every company complains about disrupted supply chains, lack of travel and other problems. They desire a different Covid policy. Impatience is growing.
By Christiane Kuehl
Uncertainty about a possible lockdown has dominated Beijing for weeks. After some panic buying before the holidays, the people of Beijing have now gotten used to the uncertainty. They are enjoying the sunny days while they still can.
By Redaktion Table
China has big plans to expand nuclear power. But there are some delays. If the expansion is not accelerated, China could remain dependent on climate-damaging coal for even longer. The problem of nuclear waste disposal has also not yet been solved.
By Nico Beckert
Volkswagen plans to invest €30 billion in the digitization of its vehicles by 2026. The software subsidiary Cariad will be in charge of this. But things are not going according to plan. Especially not in China, the group's main market. But Volkswagen's subsidiary has big plans for the future.
By Christian Domke Seidel
Beijing propagates traditional medicine for curing Covid infections. Scientifically, these herbal mixtures with the name "Lianhua Qingwen" are controversial – but highly lucrative. But there is even skepticism about the herbal capsules in the People's Republic.
By Redaktion Table
Chinese companies could soon face considerable headwinds in the EU when it comes to public construction, supply and service contracts. Brussels wants to put a stop to cheap bids from the People's Republic by introducing new EU rules. These regulations are also intended to prompt China to open up its own procurement market to Europeans. But whether that will work is questionable.
By Amelie Richter
China has pulled off a coup in the Solomon Islands: First, the archipelago breaks its ties with Taiwan, and now follows with a "security agreement" with Beijing. The USA and its allies are alarmed. But what makes the group of islands in the Pacific so interesting?
By Michael Radunski
