Germany is not the only country to pursue a values-based foreign policy, with democracy and human rights at its core. However, the results in the Land of the Rising Sun are also meager. Ultimately, the Japanese aim to separate themselves from China.
By Redaktion Table
The IfW has simulated the "Cold War 2.0" scenario. If trade between Germany and China were to come to a standstill, an economic shock would ensue. However, it could be weathered within a few years.
By Felix Lee
The plant audit in Xinjiang was supposed to provide clarity, but failed. Most recently, even employees of the audit company distanced themselves from the results. As long as VW continues to produce in Urumqi, forced labor will likely remain an issue.
By Redaktion Table
Serbia is the most problematic among the EU accession candidates when it comes to China. President Aleksandar Vučić recently signed a free trade agreement with Beijing. The EU has little influence on this.
By Amelie Richter
A young competitor is challenging the Chinese online giant Alibaba. Now Pinduoduo has even overtaken the previous top dog in terms of market capitalization. Alibaba founder Jack Ma praises the attacker – and demands more commitment from his own team.
By Jörn Petring
The Central Economic Work Conference has convened – and shifted the focus of economic policy. An increase in government debt indicates that Beijing now wants to kick-start the sluggish economy with additional spending after all.
By Redaktion Table
The conflict in the South China Sea is entering a new phase. Manila wants to win international support with a new tactic. Germany and Europe could do more – and benefit themselves at the same time.
By Michael Radunski
The Economic Work Conference has taken place – and a policy shift was announced. The Chinese leadership will finally rely on fiscal stimulus to spur the sluggish economy. Work to solve local government debts is slowly progressing.
By Redaktion Table
Argentina's new President Javier Milei does not like dictatorships. Instead of making his country's economic recovery dependent on China, he is relying on the support of the USA and Europe. Threats from Beijing are followed by pragmatic advances from the regime.
By Marcel Grzanna
The vast majority of Hong Kongers have ignored the district elections. The reason: following a fundamental electoral reform by Beijing, they only see it as a sham election. Despite this, the city government celebrates the election as "open and fair."
By Jörn Petring
