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'There is a considerable alienation between the mainland and Taiwan'

Beijing presents a plan to integrate Taiwan into the People's Republic. Simultaneously, about a hundred warships and fighter jets are dispatched towards the island. In an interview conducted by Michael Radunski, Josie-Marie Perkuhn explains how Taiwan reacts to this situation with a certain resilience and what lies behind its behavior. The sinologist believes that war is not imminent – instead, Beijing resorts to far more subtle measures.

By Michael Radunski

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Minister Li Shangfu ousted

The ousting of China's minister of defense seems to fit seamlessly into a series of high-level purges. Again, sources report house arrest and allegations of corruption. However, Li Shangfu was considered a confidant of Xi Jinping. Is this a sign of the autocrat's paranoia, or is Xi under pressure? At the very least, Xi's internal reputation is dented.

By Michael Radunski

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Putin and Kim: new best friends irritate Beijing

Vladimir Putin and Kim Jong-un display friendship and unity – without China. Both aim to reduce their dependence on Beijing. And each needs precisely what the other has. Together with China, the three countries form an anti-Western bloc. But their interests do not coincide.

By Christiane Kuehl

August 19, 2023, Taipei, Taipei City, Taiwan: In this handout provided by the TAIWAN DEFENSE MINISTRY, a Taiwanese naval soldier on board Tian Dan frigate is seen monitoring Chinese frigate Xuzhou using a binocular, as Chinese PLA conducts military exercises around the self-governing island. China s military launched joint air and sea patrols around Taiwan this weekend following the conclusion of a summit between leaders from the United States, Japan and South Korea to shore up alliance, amid Beijing s increasing military presence in the region. Taipei Taiwan - ZUMAh165 20230819_zih_h165_003 Copyright: xROCx
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China's peace plan for Taiwan

Beijing presents a plan for peaceful unification with Taiwan. With much pathos and emphasis on economic opportunities, China courts the Taiwanese people and their companies. And simultaneously dispatches warships and fighter jets.

By Michael Radunski

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Europe’s EV plans could backfire

China reacted angrily to the announcement by EU Commission head Ursula von der Leyen to have Chinese EV subsidies scrutinized and warned of consequences. This procedure could, in fact, also affect European carmakers.

By Felix Lee

epa10569167 Taiwan Vice President William Lai addresses a press conference in Taipei, Taiwan, 12 April 2023. Lai announced he was nominated by the Democratic Progressive Party (DPP) to run in the 2024 presidential election. EPA-EFE/RITCHIE B. TONGO
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The opposition in Taiwan lacks a vision

Incumbent Tsai Ing-wen (DPP) cannot run for re-election in the presidential elections in January after eight years in office. With four candidates in the race, one thing is certain: The next president will be a man.

By David Demes

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Speech on the State of the EU: key points on China

EU Commission President Ursula von der Leyen positioned herself for a second term as EU Commission President with her speech. The State of the European Union (SOTEU) contained much praise for the Commission's work in recent years but also provided insights into the future, with China playing a central role.

By Amelie Richter

Nicola Beer, MdEP, Vizepraesidentin Europaeisches Parlament,Gestik, Einzelbild,angeschnittenes Einzelmotiv,Portraet,Portrait,Porträt. Ludwig Erhard Gipfel 2023 auf Gut Kaltenbrunn am Tegernsee am 03.05.2023 *** Nicola Beer, MEP, Vice President European Parliament, gesture, single image, cropped single motif, portrait, portrait Ludwig Erhard Summit 2023 at Gut Kaltenbrunn on Tegernsee on 03 05 2023
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'We want to make an offer at eye level'

The run on raw materials has woken up Brussels. With the Critical Raw Materials Act (CRMA), the European Union wants to secure access to strategically important raw materials and reduce dependencies on countries like China. Leonie Duengefeld and Amelie Richter spoke with Nicola Beer (FPD), who is in charge of the new legislation in the EU Parliament, about the ambitious plan.

By Redaktion Table