Things are looking up again for Adidas in China. Currency-adjusted sales there rose by nine percent in the third quarter.
By Fabian Peltsch
The EU Commission officially adopted the threatened additional charges on e-cars on Tuesday. Germany has failed in its opposition to the regulation.
By Fabian Peltsch
Declining birth rates are forcing Chinese cities to introduce political reforms. Many cities now allow new arrivals to register officially as long as they buy a house. Foreign adoptions have also recently been banned.
By Angela Köckritz
Despite the growing tensions between the Chinese leadership and the EU, the Bavarian Minister of Economic Affairs wants to strengthen cooperation with China. China is the ideal trading partner for Bavarian industry, explains the leader of the Free Voters party.
By Angela Köckritz
Shortly before the punitive tariffs on electric cars come into force, the Chinese side expressed its dissatisfaction with the negotiations. It leaked details of the negotiations on minimum prices via the Chinese Chamber of Commerce.
By Amelie Richter
In September, profits in China's key industrial sectors slumped again. Official data shows the sharpest decline of the year so far. Growth from January to September also left much to be desired.
By Manuel Liu
The USA wants to sell Taiwan three National Advanced Surface-to-Air Missile Systems (NASAMS) that have been battle-tested in Ukraine – a novelty. Beijing has now responded with renewed "combat patrols" near the island.
By Manuel Liu
Less than two weeks before the US election, the media report hacker attacks on the presidential candidates. The FBI is investigating people with links to China.
By Manuel Liu
There is little research into depression in China and mental health problems are highly stigmatized. A new study reveals surprising results about which social group is most at risk.
By Manuel Liu
The trade conflict over EVs between the EU and China continues to escalate. Chinese companies are closing branches in Europe and putting plans on hold. One reason is the pressure from Beijing.
By Manuel Liu
