China is massively arming itself to conquer Taiwan. US President Trump is puzzling over whether he would come to the island's aid. Beijing's nuclear weapons are intended to prevent the USA from doing so.
By Andreas Landwehr
China's targeted tariffs on US agricultural products such as soybeans, chicken and cotton show: The focus at the start of the People's Congress is not on Washington and a response to Trump – but on the domestic economy.
By Jörn Petring
Because the state holds control over the narrative, very few Chinese artists dare to reflect on Covid pandemic. Yet this traumatic period could use an outlet.
By Fabian Peltsch
Two years before the next Party Congress, potential candidates for the new Politburo are being positioned. Powerful friends, experience in the provinces and absolute loyalty to party leader Xi are important. The candidates give an indication of future political priorities.
By Andreas Landwehr
Toyota is the world's largest car manufacturer. However, things are no longer going quite as smoothly in the Chinese market as they are for its German competitor, Volkswagen. With targeted strategies and long-term plans, the Japanese manufacturer wants to regain market share.
By Christian Domke Seidel
In a discussion organized by Table.Briefings and Merics, the China strategy of the coalition that was voted out of office has not had its day. But when it comes to de-risking in particular, there is a wide gap between desire and reality. BDI representative Strack calls for better conditions for domestic industry and new EU free trade initiatives.
By Leonardo Pape
Donald Trump wants to free Russia from its "borderless friendship" with China and is therefore reaching out to Putin. Could the move succeed?
By Angela Köckritz
China expertise remains rare in the new German parliament. But with Johannes Volkmann and Florian Dorn, two new China experts could shape the direction of the CDU/CSU. The ranks of the FDP are losing decidedly China-critical voices, while the SPD and the Left Party have to reinvent their positions.
By Leonardo Pape
Competitive pressure and the wish for self-optimization drive more and more Chinese people into the arms of life coaches. However, the number of scams is growing.
By Redaktion Table
US President Donald Trump has closed several entry points for Chinese investments in the United States. Digital technologies, dual-use goods, raw materials and critical infrastructure in America are to be hermetically sealed off from Chinese capital. This is likely to have significant consequences for the EU.
By Marcel Grzanna
