The Chinese Foreign Ministry welcomes closer communication between Russia and the USA. US President Trump had previously proposed direct talks with Russia in the Ukraine war. The Foreign Ministry did not comment on information about a possible mediation attempt by China.
By Leonardo Pape
According to the Estonian secret service, China is a central smuggling hub for Western high-tech components to Russia. Drone production in particular benefits from this.
By Fabian Peltsch
BYD sold 46 percent more vehicles last year than in 2023. This puts the Group at the top of the Chinese car industry. Read what this means for foreign manufacturers at Table.Briefings.
By Emily Kossak
China's rural banks are being merged into larger institutions. Read Table.Briefings to find out whether this will prevent insolvencies in the future.
By Emily Kossak
Liu Weidong from the state-owned China South Industries Group has been accused of violating the law and disciplinary regulations. His group manufactures automobiles, defense equipment and high-tech industrial products.
By Emily Kossak
Although many German companies are aware of China-related risks, a new study shows that few of them distance themselves from suppliers and other Chinese upstream services. Over 60 percent of companies consider such measures to be too costly.
By Leonardo Pape
According to insiders, the Chinese battery giant CATL plans an IPO worth billions in Hong Kong. The move could also serve as a hedge in the growing trade conflict between China and the US.
By Fabian Peltsch
The Brussels authority has imposed definitive duties on biodiesel from the People's Republic. The percentages are slightly lower than when they were provisionally set last summer.
By Amelie Richter
At the international AI summit in Paris, China and other countries signed a declaration on the ethical use of artificial intelligence. US Vice President Vance, however, indirectly criticized China.
By Leonardo Pape
A failed bill on US investments in China will be given a second chance. Last year, a corresponding passage was removed from the bill.
By Marcel Grzanna
