China's real estate buyers do not yet trust the market. Sales are declining. Numerous listed companies are forced to withdraw from the stock markets because no one wants to invest anymore.
By Frank Sieren
Mobile operator 1 1 plans to build a new 5G network entirely without Huawei components. The company is partnering with Japan's Rakuten for this purpose. This shows that it is possible to proceed without relying on the Chinese company. However, for established providers, such a conversion would be very costly.
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The former bastion of press freedom, Hong Kong, has now become a prison for journalists. The authorities have become increasingly ruthless towards critical media outlets. However, all hope is not lost.
By Felix Lee
US climate envoy John Kerry has been given a high-profile and friendly reception during his four-day visit to Beijing. But China makes it clear that constructive talks on climate action are only possible if overall relations are improved. Nothing is yet known about concrete results of Kerry's talks with his counterpart Xie Zhenhua.
By Jörn Petring
Following the publication of the China Strategy, German politicians and the Federal Ministry of Education and Research outlined first ideas on how it can be implemented in the field of research. The Social Democratic Party (SPD) wants to strengthen the German Academic Exchange Service (DAAD), the Green Party favors the Berlin China Institute Merics, sanctioned by Beijing. The Research Minister holds out the prospect of stricter funding regulations.
By Tim Gabel
The Chinese economy grew slower than expected in the second quarter. The German industry is already giving up hope that a Chinese boom will pull it back from the crisis. However, China is slowing down at a high level. The government definitely aims to achieve the targeted five percent growth for the entire year.
By Jörn Petring
A few weeks after the Wagner rebellion, the situation in Russia has calmed down, at least on the surface. But the long-term consequences remain unclear. China is monitoring the situation closely and perhaps even somewhat nervously: Instability or a system collapse in its allied neighbor would be fatal for Beijing.
By Christiane Kuehl
Those who feared a verbal rampage from Beijing can rest easy. Both China's leadership and the media are reacting calmly to Germany's China strategy. VW dares an unusual interpretation for its own benefit, while the Chancellor seeks a middle course. We have compiled the reactions to the document.
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In an interview conducted by Finn Mayer-Kuckuk, the Director of the China Research Institute Merics, Mikko Huotari, evaluates the German government's China strategy. Huotari sees it largely positive: The document defines the relationship between the two countries and shows a path to de-risking. However, Huotari has doubts about the practical implementation of the ideas.
By Redaktion Table
In its first China strategy paper, the German government addresses the problems in its relations with Beijing more clearly than before. At the same time, it pledges to coordinate closely with EU partners. Both aspects are well received in Brussels.
By Till Hoppe
