The German government had urged German companies to focus less on China. However, the opposite is the case: German direct investment has once again increased significantly.
By Felix Lee
China's Coast Guard detained a Taiwanese fishing vessel in early July. Four of the crew were released.
By Felix Lee
OPEC has lowered its demand growth forecast for this year due to the gloomy outlook in China. It expects a difficult second half of the year.
By Felix Lee
In October, an important energy pipeline between Finland and Estonia was cut. The Chinese freighter NewNew Polar Bear was suspected.
By Fabian Peltsch
China's central bank has extended a program for green investments. The aim is to promote to support carbon-reduction projects by companies to the end of 2027.
By Michael Radunski
The largest unmanned transport drone from Chinese manufacturer Tengden has completed its maiden flight. In the future, drones will not only transport freight, but also people to their destinations.
By Fabian Peltsch
The appeal against the conviction of media tycoon Jimmy Lai and six other pro-democracy activists in Hong Kong has been rejected. This shows how severely the National Security Law curtails freedom of expression in Hong Kong.
By Michael Radunski
The Human Horizons Group, the electric car manufacturer behind the luxury brand HiPhi, has filed for bankruptcy restructuring.
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The Chinese Ministry of Commerce has filed a complaint with the World Trade Organization (WTO) regarding the EU's countervailing duties on Chinese electric cars.
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Colin Huang, founder and former CEO of Temu parent company Pinduoduo, has become the richest man in China.
By Fabian Peltsch
