The Chinese stock market has been slow on the first trading day of the new lunar calendar year. Yet the record travel over the holidays shows that the economy is stabilizing. However, Premier Li Qiang calls for continued efforts.
By Jörn Petring
At the Munich Security Conference, China attempts to establish itself as a superior alternative to the US as the leading power. However, the speech of foreign policy expert Wang Yi shows that China is not living up to its own expectations.
By Michael Radunski
The dispute at Berlin-based AI start-up Nyonic is bad news for Europe's efforts to build up AI expertise. The focus on China also ultimately led to the departure of four of the five founders.
By Carolyn Braun
China is rapidly constructing energy storage facilities, albeit primarily due to government mandates rather than economic incentives. These storage facilities are urgently needed to efficiently utilize the capacities of renewable energies.
By Christiane Kuehl
For the first time, there is a direct connection between a subsidiary of the VW joint venture in Xinjiang and the state's forced labor system. The corporation is no longer ruling out a withdrawal. An investment company has already taken action.
By Marcel Grzanna
Amidst economic woes, China's middle class suffers another setback: wages have fallen significantly over the past year. This is also bad news for consumption.
By Jörn Petring
Like Germany, Japan is also experiencing a turning point in security policy. In light of rising tensions with China and Russia, the defense sector is ramping up rapidly. But there are debates, for example, about financing.
By Redaktion Table
The presidential election in Indonesia revolves heavily around China. The economic influence of the People's Republic is enormous. Moreover, Chinese companies process the country's raw materials. This does not only have advantages, especially when it comes to relations with the USA.
By Redaktion Table
The electric car manufacturer Li Auto has set its sights on German manufacturers in the premium segment. The sales figures needed to achieve this are far beyond the forecast for the entire market. However, the rapid development of recent years seems to bring the ambitious goals within reach – despite a technology that is frowned upon in Europe.
By Christian Domke Seidel
German politicians welcome BASF's withdrawal from Xinjiang. And yet, there is criticism. Because the company reacted late. In order to avoid angering the Chinese leadership, BASF also stresses environmental reasons for its decision.
By Marcel Grzanna
