It is highly probable that foreign car manufacturers in China use aluminum that enters their supply chains via state-run forced labor programs. This is revealed in a new study by Human Rights Watch.
By Marcel Grzanna
Hong Kong's leadership finally wants its own security law. The consultation paper is vaguely formulated and gives the government leeway to even target foreign critics. The city's religious freedom has never been more endangered.
By Fabian Peltsch
In collaboration with GTAI, China.Table regularly presents an evaluation of projects along the New Silk Road. In 2023, the focus of newly made investments shifted to Central and Southeast Asia. Two major investments are heading to Russia.
By Felix Lee
China's corporations increasingly focus on multi-million sponsorship deals for major sporting events. This is because even the brands of global market leaders are largely unknown to European consumers. Something they aim to change.
By Christiane Kuehl
Around 150 billion euros are to be invested in Africa by 2027 under the EU initiative. The continent thus remains a clear focus of Global Gateway, as a new GTAI report on the lighthouse projects of the New Silk Road competitor shows.
By Arne Schütte
A few years ago, Evergrande was considered the most valuable property company in the world. But now the southern Chinese group is being wound up. This will severely weaken China's economy. And Evergrande is not an isolated case.
By Felix Lee
Taiwan's conscripts now have to serve for one year. Many still doubt the effectiveness of the extension. After all, the real threats to the island go beyond a mere military attack from China.
By Fabian Peltsch
With a travel speed of 350 kilometers per hour, the Chinese high-speed train Fuxing is already one of the fastest trains in the world. Now, the state-owned manufacturer CRRC wants to take it one step further.
By Jörn Petring
According to a survey by the AHK, German companies see the economic situation in China continuing to face pressure. The increasing competition from Chinese companies also complicates business. Nevertheless, companies remain resilient.
By Jörn Petring
European companies collaborate with Chinese partners to develop innovations and jointly apply for patents, despite the ongoing de-risking debate. A new study examined the data, which was no easy task.
By Christiane Kuehl
