The Arabian Peninsula offers companies great potential for new business relationships. But while Europeans only make money selectively, Chinese companies invest across the board in all sectors of the local economy. They provide their own information technology – and with it, the surveillance state and their own standards.
By Marcel Grzanna
The head of JP Morgan makes a joke about the Communist Party – and appears remorseful afterwards. This shows just how dependent the international banks are on the Chinese market. The current liberalization of the financial market paradoxically increases the influence of Chinese authorities over US companies.
By Ning Wang
Omikron once again bolsters the leadership's resolve: China does not intend to deviate from zero-covid until virtually no one needs to from Covid anymore. Novel medication could be the key. Chinese companies are researching at full speed.
By Redaktion Table
Dominic Lyncker, 49, worked for the Volkswagen Group as Motorsport Director in China for five years. His task: to find a Chinese Michael Schumacher. But the first potential motorsport prodigy from the People's Republic was recently presented by competitor Alfa Romeo. Lyncker talks about the mammoth task of establishing a motorsport culture in China and clueless track marshals. The interview was conducted by Marcel Grzanna.
By Marcel Grzanna
In light of the horrendous oil price, the US has initiated an internationally coordinated release of strategic reserves. China has also shown itself open to the idea. But Beijing has yet to make a firm commitment. At the same time, it is uncertain whether the Chinese oil will even find buyers quickly.
By Christiane Kuehl
Chinese human rights lawyer Teng Biao was detained and tortured by state security for 70 days. In an interview with China.Table, he describes the conditions under which abducted tennis player Peng Shuai is believed to be kept at present.
By Marcel Grzanna
Evergrande's bankruptcy seems to be only a matter of time. Group CEO Xu Jiayin is now desperately trying to turn the group's electric car subsidiary into a beacon of hope. As a result, its shares are gaining momentum again.
By Redaktion Table
Business representatives frequently accuse the Chinese government of unfairly supporting its domestic companies. And indeed, there are some high-profile cases. But China's subsidies in the field of research and development hardly have any positive effects. The framework conditions for innovation also leave much to be desired. But Beijing is taking great efforts to make its economy more innovative.
By Nico Beckert
The German Olympic Sports Confederation claims to be "informed" about the case of the missing tennis player, but is clearly against a boycott of the Winter Games in Beijing. The German Ski Association, on the other hand, does not have the time to deal with the issue in depth. So far, only the tennis world is threatening to draw consequences in response to Beijing's crisis management, while an athletes' association is even calling for the expulsion of the Chinese Olympic Committee.
By Marcel Grzanna
For over thirty years, Rudolf Scharping has been committed to cooperation with China. In today's interview, he talks about the present challenges for international companies in China. In an age of logistics problems and governmental interference, mutual exchange was more important than ever at this year's 8th German-Chinese business summit. Scharping is convinced that China will not decouple itself from the rest of the world. The interview was conducted by Ning Wang and Finn Mayer-Kuckuk.
By Redaktion Table
