When Xi Jinping announced the new Silk Road in Kazakhstan in 2013, hardly anyone grasped the project's significance. Skepticism was high. But ten years later, the Chinese president has more than fulfilled his goals from back then.
By Frank Sieren
China-ASEAN: The countries of Southeast Asia will attempt to readjust their position vis-à-vis China and the USA at the upcoming summits. Trade with China is highly attractive, but they do not want to commit to one camp.
By Frank Sieren
Chinese network suppliers are now considered a potential security risk. The German debate about the consequences for the existing network is now entering a new round. The Ministry of the Interior is now also questioning antennas.
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The IAA 2023 clearly shows that European car manufacturers need a new strategy for dealing with China. A McKinsey study shows what this could look like.
By Christian Domke Seidel
It is well known that China sees the USA as its biggest rival and stoically sticks to Russia despite certain problems. Far less well known is how intellectuals in the People's Republic justify this stance – and how critical they often are of Russia.
By Christiane Kuehl
On the one hand, China seeks to provide an optimal environment for AI research, but on the other hand, the CCP wants to retain control over this new technology. The current priority is regulation. The government has now given the go-ahead for chat AI for the first time.
By Felix Lee
Beijing has extended tax breaks for foreigners by four years as part of its charm offensive. This is going down well. There has also been other progress since the end of the pandemic, according to the German Chamber of Commerce.
By Jörn Petring
The attempt to influence democratic societies through Chinese disinformation is based on a sophisticated digital network. Facebook operator Meta has now exposed it and suspended thousands of accounts but warns of its resilience.
By Marcel Grzanna
Relaxations of the household registration system (hukou) have been announced repeatedly, yet without significant subsequent changes. However, Beijing has now taken steps to gradually facilitate freedom of movement. This is also intended to boost China's struggling economy.
By Frank Sieren
China.Table presents the best books to read this late summer and fall. Including topical political analyses, retrospectives on the Cultural Revolution, and an identity-building Taiwanese cookbook.
By Redaktion Table
