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
China plays an increasingly important role in the commercial vehicle market. The IAA Transportation in Hanover shows how far the brands from the People's Republic have already come. European manufacturers could lose significant market share.
By Christian Domke Seidel
Understanding the People's Republic requires an understanding of its historical narrative. The Qing dynasty, in particular, plays a key role in China's self-image – for better or worse. Uncovering its contradictions is an important part of China expertise.
By Fabian Peltsch
After much uncertainty about how the operation would be carried out, two German warships passed through the Taiwan Strait on Friday – under the watchful eye of the Chinese Navy. Taiwan sees the passage as a sign of international solidarity, while China speaks of a provocation.
By David Demes
China hosted its own security conference, the Xiangshan Forum. Defense Minister Dong Jun called for negotiations in Ukraine and Gaza, but Beijing is interested in much more.
By Michael Radunski
Diplomatically, the Russian president's visit to Mongolia was a complete success. Despite an international arrest warrant, the red carpet was rolled out for Putin in Ulaanbaatar. But as far as business is concerned, it was a failure – and that is because of China.
By Michael Radunski
The television duel between Donald Trump and Kamala Harris turns surprisingly quickly to China. Trump praises himself for his punitive tariffs and announces further levies. Harris focuses on US partners instead.
By Michael Radunski
While Apple's iPhone 16 hardly differs from its predecessor, Huawei has unveiled a genuine innovation in China in the form of a double-folding smartphone. The Californian company's crisis in the Chinese market is likely to continue.
By Jörn Petring
