Shortly before the harvest, China's authorities are warning of high temperatures and drought, which could jeopardize wheat production. Climate change is already jeopardizing the economic performance, food supply, and health of the Chinese population. China's adaptation strategy has some gaps.
By Nico Beckert
The global economy is experiencing growing uncertainty – and European companies in China are caught in the center. A flash survey by the EU Chamber of Commerce shows how much geopolitical tensions between the US and China have begun to affect European companies. The good news is that many companies believe they are well-prepared.
By Amelie Richter
Partner, competitor and systemic rival? The People's Republic fulfills the conditions for each relationship status in three different places almost simultaneously. The primary focus is on commemorating the end of World War II in Moscow. However, a meeting in Geneva is likely to provide substance.
By Marcel Grzanna
Starting in October, the US plans to introduce drastic port fees on Chinese vessels and shipping companies. Chinese containers and other components could also soon be charged. US President Trump hopes to stimulate American shipbuilding. But there are doubts whether this can be achieved.
By Christian Domke Seidel
Going forward, the Christian Democratic Union (CDU) will control the power centers that will be crucial for the direction of Germany's China policy. However, the centrifugal forces of diverging interests threaten to undermine the government's coordinated China policy. Table.Briefings outlines where conflicts can be expected.
By Leonardo Pape
Expropriated households are to receive transparent compensation through housing coupons and appropriate relocation. The measure is also seen as a recipe against vacancies and is intended to relieve the overheated real estate market. However, many people affected fear losing their homes for good.
By Fabian Peltsch
The newspaper "Berliner Zeitung" maintains a close cooperation with the China Media Group. Under the guise of a journalistic exchange, content is created that spreads state narratives – without clear classification or journalistic distance.
By Manuel Changming Liu
The end of sanctions against European parliamentarians will not lead to decisive improvements between the EU and China in the short term. Criticism has been directed at the continued restrictions against former MEPs and actors such as MERICS – and the lack of transparency on the part of the EU Parliament's leadership.
By Amelie Richter
China continues to push ahead with the internationalization of its national currency. The US tariff policy plays into the country's hands. Beijing now stands to gain a significant victory in the geopolitical rivalry with the Americans.
By Marcel Grzanna
Officially, Xi Jinping has been relentlessly cracking down on corruption for years. Millions of officials have been punished and entire circles of power have been toppled. But behind the scenes, the old system continues to thrive. A new US intelligence report suggests that Xi's family also continues to profit on a grand scale.
By Fabian Peltsch
