China has unveiled a new drilling ship named "Mengxiang" (Dream) with a unique mission: For the first time in human history, it aims to reach the Earth's mantle. This endeavor is part of an international race into the depths.
By Jörn Petring
China urgently must decarbonize its economy to achieve the climate targets it has set for itself. The political course has been set. But it remains to be seen whether companies will be able to keep pace. German companies could benefit.
By Christian Domke Seidel
Our editorial team's assessments and predictions for the new year: 2024 could set an important course for China's relationship with the West. Internally, the country needs to restructure its economic policy and the treatment of its youth.
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The mood in the economy remains poor at the turn of the year. The private sector laments a lack of support and consumers are cautious. The party's reaction: suppressing pessimistic economic forecasts.
By Redaktion Table
This year saw the release of several documentary films and podcasts about China that are well worth watching and listening to. Here are recommendations from the China.Table editorial team for the holidays and beyond.
By Redaktion Table
Berlin presented its China strategy, Brussels showed a clear stance against Beijing and two ministers disappeared – with the aftermath of the Covid pandemic and a Xi-Biden meeting, 2023 had a lot in store for China observers.
By Amelie Richter
The Ver.di union accuses Cosco Shipping in Hamburg of wage violations because the Chinese shipping company wants its containers to be secured by its own seafarers. At least, that's the apparent issue. Because behind the dispute lies a political matter.
By Christian Domke Seidel
The worst earthquake in China in almost a decade is a tragedy for those affected. However, it is clear that the authorities have learned a lot since the big 2008 Wenchuan quake that killed over 70,000 people.
By Jörn Petring
Civil war is raging on the border between Myanmar and China. Traditionally, China has sided with the military junta. But this time, Beijing hesitates to support the military. The focus is on economic interests, geostrategy and online scams.
By Michael Radunski
Publisher Jimmy Lai is on trial in Hong Kong for his dedication to freedom and civil rights. He faces a life sentence for alleged violations of the National Security Law.
By Jörn Petring
