German and Japanese suppliers still dominate the battery market for electric cars. But China is catching up. CATL could replace Bosch as the largest supplier as early as 2030.
By Christian Domke Seidel
Pan Zhanle swims to a world record in Paris. But instead of his race, discussions focus on the Wada, contaminated kitchens and hamburger meat. A Chinese doping regime and inconsistent institutions are to blame.
By Michael Radunski
The China strategy is having an effect: Germany is now speaking out more clearly wherever there is reason to complain. As is the case now with the reaction to espionage at the Federal Agency for Cartography – a militarily relevant target.
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MPs from 24 countries met for the first time this week in Taipei for the annual summit of the Inter-Parliamentary Alliance on China (IPAC). Surprisingly, the host country, Taiwan, was also announced to be joining the alliance.
By David Demes
German Defense Minister Pistorius is traveling to the Indo-Pacific. His first stop is Hawaii, where he wants to send a military signal. The next stage of the German warships' journey will be trickier. China is already furious.
By Michael Radunski
The number of autonomous cabs is increasing rapidly in Chinese cities. What sounds like progress is also creating a whole range of new problems. Opposition is not only forming among conventional cab drivers.
By Jörn Petring
China's Communist Party acts quickly: Shortly after the economic plenum, the government releases vast sums of money to support the economy. Who benefits, and who doesn't?
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China also wants to build a "Higgs" machine, which would make the planned facility at CERN – at least partially – superfluous. However, experts warn against relying on this option alone.
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US Secretary of State Blinken travels to Asia. The program is tight, the goal clear: countering China. The Democrats pursue their approach hand in hand with partners and allies – unlike the Republicans under Trump.
By Michael Radunski
Eleven Chinese swimmers are competing in the Olympics after their positive doping tests were dubiously explained by the association. This case suggests ongoing systematic state-sponsored doping, promoted by the Communist Party.
By Marcel Grzanna
