Wang Weidong: Why Beijing cleans up its banks with a Tibet official
Wang Weidong, one of the country's leading anti-corruption officials, is tasked with disciplining the country's 66 trillion dollar financial industry.
By Jörn Petring
Wang Weidong, one of the country's leading anti-corruption officials, is tasked with disciplining the country's 66 trillion dollar financial industry.
By Jörn Petring
As Managing Director of the China Netzwerk Baden-Wuerttemberg, Jochen Schultz networks German SMEs with the People's Republic. But he also has a good connection to the state government.
By Redaktion Table
Hu Xijin has been deeply rooted in the Communists' propaganda system for decades – and is known for his criticism of the West. However, the former Global Times editor-in-chief has also repeatedly voiced internal criticism. Now, he has apparently gone too far.
By Redaktion Table
Zheng Qinwen became the first Chinese woman to win gold in singles tennis at the Olympic Games in Paris. The 21-year-old had been dreaming of a medal for China from an early age – and somehow even predicted it in a commercial.
By Redaktion Table
Yu Xinyan's documentary "Made in Ethiopia" explores the social tensions surrounding the construction of a Chinese industrial park in Ethiopia. Yu's family story reveals the light and shadows that China's economic rise has brought to his own society.
By Redaktion Table
Under Sun's leadership, Trip.com has navigated through tough times during the Covid pandemic. The 55-year-old is celebrated in Asia for her leadership – and is setting new standards for gender equality in her company.
By Redaktion Table
Hurdler Wu Yanni is one of China's biggest hopes for the Olympic Games in Paris. However, her self-confident demeanor has also earned her criticism back home.
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Guo Wengui, celebrated in right-wing circles in the USA as a businessman and political activist, has been convicted of fraud. The exile promised his followers enormous returns and embezzled billions.
By Finn Mayer-Kuckuk
When companies want to venture into China, Germany Trade and Invest is often the first port of call. As Head of East Asia, Achim Haug is responsible for the information they receive. Currently, de-risking is a particularly popular topic.
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There are high expectations for Labour leader Keir Starmer as the British Prime Minister. As a lawyer, he previously advocated for human rights. Whether he can maintain a strong stance on Hong Kong and Xinjiang while in office remains to be seen.
By Redaktion Table