Russia allegedly asked China for economic and military aid for its war in Ukraine. Beijing is said to have signaled willingness to help, according to US officials. China, however, branded the reports as deliberate US disinformation. Military aid would be a massive escalation. Nevertheless, the question arises: How could Beijing provide military support to Moscow?
By Michael Radunski
Russia's invasion of Ukraine has driven up food prices. Famine could soon loom in some regions of the world. China is also concerned about food supplies. Climate change is threatening harvests. And most recently, yields in the country have also been lower due to ozone pollution of crops.
By Ning Wang
The sharp rise in Covid deaths in Hong Kong has one main reason: a low vaccination rate among the elderly. This does not bode well for Mainland China. Because its vulnerable age groups also have low immunity.
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China.Table takes a look at China's newspapers and social platforms: The word "war" is virtually taboo. Reporting shifts the blame for the escalation primarily to NATO. And the Americans are also being reminded of their "blood debt".
By Julia Weibel
Both Volkswagen and Apple supplier Foxconn were forced to halt parts of their production in China for several days. The Corona situation is tenser than it has been since the Wuhan outbreak.
By Redaktion Table
The big shake-up begins: At the closing press conference of the National People's Congress, Premier Li Keqiang announced that he will step down in the fall. But one person is sure to stay: state and party leader Xi Jinping. The chances are high that his successor will stand in Xi's shadow. Who are the potential candidates?
By Frank Sieren
The sanctions against Russia provide the People's Republic with valuable insight for a possible invasion of Taiwan. These provide China with a specific timeframe to determine when it considers itself economically capable of a military incursion into the neighboring country. Dual circulation could already be part of the preparations. However, an actual invasion also depends on whether Beijing believes the US is determined to interfere militarily.
By Marcel Grzanna
Hardly anyone thought it possible that Putin would follow through with this war of aggression. But also hardly anyone expected this global wave of solidarity against the war. Which of these two movements will prevail? The new solidarity among the global community could send a powerful signal to Beijing – and its greedy eyes on Taiwan.
By Frank Sieren
Will China abide by Western sanctions against Russia in the Ukraine crisis? Looking at Iran as an example shows how Beijing and Moscow could undermine the punitive measures. But Beijing has so far shown little inclination to undermine the sanctions on a grand scale.
By Michael Radunski
EV sales are booming on the Chinese market. According to the forecast of the Chinese car association CPCA, 5.5 million EVs will be sold this year. But after the chip shortage, another shortage looms: a lack of batteries. This shortage is now jeopardizing sales projections.
By Redaktion Table
