Things are not going well for Volkswagen in China. The biggest criticism is that the company has lagged behind in electromobility. A radical restart is needed to address this. Let's take a look at the technical challenges.
By Christian Domke Seidel
On Monday, the Chinese real estate giant Evergrande has the last chance to submit a restructuring plan. If it fails to do so, a Hong Kong court is set to liquidate the company. However, Beijing is also likely to have a say in the matter.
By Jörn Petring
Products from Xinjiang have fallen into disrepute in the West. In response, Beijing is expanding the region into a massive free trade zone, where cross-border trade has already reached record levels this year. The US sanctions barely slow down the growth.
By Marcel Grzanna
At the Foreign Policy Forum hosted by the Koerber Foundation, the shifting world order and current crises were central topics. Germany's dwindling assertiveness towards China was repeatedly brought up.
By Michael Radunski
China is expanding renewables like no other country and is serious about the climate. Still, Beijing's delegation will be a difficult negotiating partner at the climate conference in Dubai.
By Christiane Kuehl
China continues to restructure its industry. Green technologies have become the main driver of investment and growth. However, the People's Republic still reduces its emissions not fast enough.
By Nico Beckert
Hong Kong holds its first district council elections since the protests were suppressed. But the elections are anything but democratic. Many Hongkongers are, therefore, ignoring the staged spectacle.
By Jörn Petring
Following the failed talks between the opposition parties, three pairs of candidates have now registered for the presidential elections in January. This increases the chances of the China-critical DPP and lowers those of the pro-China KMT.
By David Demes
As of next week, travelers from several European countries and Malaysia will no longer require a visa for trips to China of up to two weeks. The reasons are the weak economy – and China's ongoing charm offensive.
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Companies from other sectors are giving traditional car companies serious competition. Smartphone manufacturer Xiaomi will launch its first EV in early 2024. A plant capable of manufacturing 200,000 vehicles annually is already ready.
By Christian Domke Seidel
