The USA will soon impose tariffs on double-sided solar modules from China, which have been exempt so far. In this way, Biden wants to protect domestic manufacturers even better. However, this leaves him with a dilemma between the energy transition and market protection.
By Christiane Kuehl
Chinese online retailers like Temu and Shein are popular in Europe. However, they often circumvent customs regulations. Will the flood of packages from cross-border e-commerce become the next major trade issue with Beijing?
By Amelie Richter
During his visit to China, Vladimir Putin and Xi Jinping have much to discuss. It’s about becoming more resilient against Western sanctions. Customs data shows the extent to which China supports Russia’s war machine in Ukraine.
By Michael Radunski
For the fourth time in its history, Beijing is issuing a long-term special bond. Analysts expect it to have a significant effect on growth – especially as the Communist Party has announced further long-term government bonds.
By Jörn Petring
An armed conflict between the Philippines and China is brewing on no less than three reefs in the South China Sea. The situation could escalate quickly, even dragging the USA into a military conflict.
By Michael Radunski
US President Biden plans to announce a 100 percent tariff on Chinese electric cars today. A new trade war between China and the US seems inevitable – including consequences for Europe, which is likely to be dragged into the dispute.
By Jörn Petring
Putin again travels to China. Although Chinese academics take a critical view of Vladimir Putin, Russia and the Ukraine war. Yet most of them continue to regard the alliance with Moscow as important.
By Christiane Kuehl
It has been known for some time that the mood among European companies in China is far from optimistic. However, this year's European Chamber of Commerce survey shows that the situation is even worse than previously thought.
By Jörn Petring
Beijing wants to turn the problem of aging into a virtue and create prosperity and innovation with the so-called silver economy. Foreign companies are also welcome in this growth market.
By Fabian Peltsch
All major Chinese car manufacturers invest considerable resources in hydrogen mobility. Will it become a success story like electromobility? It is a technological gamble with an uncertain outcome, not least because it would require a complex infrastructure.
By Christian Domke Seidel
