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Hefty government investment in the wings 

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 trims Beijing's influence in South America

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

Voter turnout in Hong Kong falls to record low

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

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