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COP28: China insists on development status

China stoically positions itself as a developing country at the current climate conference. This status brings advantages and fits in with Beijing's traditional role perception. But the narrative no longer is as convincing.

By Christiane Kuehl

EU-China summit: many issues, no results

At the first in-person meeting between the EU and China, it becomes evident that talks don't automatically become easier face to face. The EU side expresses concern about the trade deficit, but Xi doesn't really address it. New customs data reveal the magnitude of the issue.

By Amelie Richter

EU-China summit: many issues, no results

At the first in-person meeting between the EU and China, it becomes evident that talks don't automatically become easier face to face. The EU side expresses concern about the trade deficit, but Xi doesn't really address it. New customs data reveal the magnitude of the issue.

By Amelie Richter

VW remains a sustainable investment for Union

With the successful special audit of its plant in Xinjiang, VW has gained more breathing room and investor confidence is bolstered. However, the location still has the potential to cause difficulties for the company.

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Solarpanels aus China: Abhängigkeitsfaktor für EU

Large parts of the solar industry oppose tariffs

The solar industry is in disagreement over how to deal with competition from China. The reason for the divide: companies are affected differently. While manufacturers suffer, the downstream segment benefits from low prices.

By Christiane Kuehl

New insights bring Volkswagen closer to forced labor

New findings from the Xinjiang Police Files put pressure on Volkswagen. According to the reports, the company has close connections to universities recruiting students from the state's reeducation program. VW cites a hiring freeze in response.

By Marcel Grzanna

Xi returns to the Shanghai region

In an unprecedented move, Xi Jinping is demanding leadership in global economic competition from the Shanghai region. He is suddenly strengthening the role of the Yangtze River region deep into the inland. The economic crisis forces him to rethink.

By Redaktion Table