Li Qiang becomes chair of the newly formed Financial Commission. His task: bringing more solidity to the financial system. The appointment is logical, but arouses mixed feelings.
By Finn Mayer-Kuckuk
Taiwan's election campaign is entering the decisive phase. Lai Ching-te of the DPP, who is leading in the polls, has presented his candidate for vice president: Hsiao Bi-khim. The 52-year-old is regarded as a foreign policy expert with excellent relations with the USA. Beijing reacted with harsh threats.
By Michael Radunski
At his meeting with US President Biden, Xi Jinping reiterated that Taiwan is the biggest and most dangerous problem in bilateral relations. US historian Meredith Oyen spoke with Michael Radunski about the mistakes the US has made – and how a détente in relations can still be achieved.
By Michael Radunski
The 3rd Plenum, an important meeting of the leadership focussed on the economy, is overdue. Xi Jinping apparently has to reconcile internal party ideas on reforms. This indicates that all is not as calm behind the scenes as it seems.
By Finn Mayer-Kuckuk
Joe Biden has repeated that he considers Xi Jinping a dictator. This time, however, the outcry from Beijing was surprisingly quiet. Both presidents are genuinely interested in a rapprochement and support each other in difficult policy areas.
By Michael Radunski
One important outcome of the Xi-Biden summit is the pledge to cooperate more in the fight against illegal drug imports from China. So far, China did not seem to have consistently prevented exports. Evil rumors suggested revenge for the Opium Wars.
By Finn Mayer-Kuckuk
Many companies within the EU Chamber of Commerce are dissatisfied with China's strict rules on data exchange with other countries. For the majority, these regulations pose a barrier to business. The announcement of simplifications comes at just the right time.
By Christiane Kuehl
Xi and Biden have managed to stabilize the tense relations in their meeting. The encounter took place in a notably friendly atmosphere and yielded tangible results.
By Michael Radunski
To mark the first anniversary of Germany's most important China think tank, China.table asked experts to pay tribute to its work. Here you can read what they appreciate about the research institution and what they would still like to see.
By Redaktion Table
According to official figures, China's holdings of US Treasuries have recently fallen to their lowest level in 14 years. But a closer look reveals: Beijing has by no means lost its appetite for US investments.
By Jörn Petring
