Bi-directional charging allows EV batteries to feed their electricity into the grid. The Chinese government sees this enormous storage potential as a building block for the country's energy transition. But there are obstacles.
By Christian Domke Seidel
China armed itself against the economic downturn with a comprehensive package of measures. What may sound good is half-hearted and does not get to the root of the problems. Risks are once again being pushed into the future.
By Marcel Grzanna
The EU plans to tax carbon dioxide emissions when importing products from non-EU countries. China is particularly affected – and regards the CBAM adjustment mechanism primarily as protectionism. Small companies in particular are faced with a problem.
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In an eagerly awaited decision, Taiwan's Constitutional Court ruled that the death penalty will remain in place, albeit limited to particularly serious crimes. Activists who had been campaigning for its abolition for decades expressed their disappointment.
By David Demes
The Quad is at a turning point. Three heads of government could no longer be in office next year. What's more, the challenge nobody wants to name openly is growing: China. Australia, India, Japan and the USA seek a common way forward in Delaware.
By Michael Radunski
China's stock markets are at rock bottom, and the property market is in a deep crisis, forcing banks and investors to flee to the government bond market. But trouble now looms there as well.
By Jörn Petring
China is more present at the IAA Transportation than ever before. The signs are pointing to an attack. New manufacturers are showcasing their visions of the future. European manufacturers of commercial vehicles are facing fierce competition.
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After a long period of hesitation, China has raised the retirement age. However, more comprehensive reforms are needed to boost the economy and stabilize social development in the long term.
By Fabian Peltsch
EU Commission President Ursula von der Leyen has presented her cabinet. It includes a few surprises – also with regard to China.
By Amelie Richter
China and the Philippines are engaged in a bitter dispute over the strategically important Sabina Reef in the South China Sea. Most recently, there have been clashes resulting in injured people. With consequences: Manila has now been forced to withdraw a ship. This could be the harbinger of a decision in the lengthy dispute.
By Michael Radunski
