In protest against Chinese territorial claims, a fleet of around 100 boats carrying Filipino activists and fishermen has set off into the South China Sea.
By Felix Lee
Hesai Technology wants to be removed from the US Department of Defense's blacklist. The manufacturer of LIDAR sensors for autonomous vehicles filed a lawsuit in a US district court for damage to its reputation and loss of business.
By Christiane Kuehl
Vladimir Putin's state visit to China is planned for Thursday and Friday this week. In addition to meetings with Xi, Putin is expected to meet with Premier Li Qiang and visit the city of Harbin.
By Carolyn Braun
The USA wants to limit its trade deficit with China by imposing drastic special tariffs. On Tuesday, the White House announced 100 percent on Chinese e-cars and 50 percent on semiconductors and solar modules. Scholz continues to reject punitive tariffs.
By Christiane Kuehl
The EU funds a solar project in Romania. Two Chinese consortia have now withdrawn from the project. There were suspicions of hidden subsidies from Beijing.
By Michael Radunski
Europe is also dependent on Chinese EV batteries. A recent study shows that this does not have to be this way. Europe's companies have the technical capabilities to build up their own strong battery production.
By Michael Radunski
China's security authorities keep a close eye on their students studying overseas. Students who do not toe the party line are brought to order with threats against their families.
By Marcel Grzanna
The first AI dialog between China and the USA takes place in Geneva. The US urges China to join a declaration regarding the use of artificial intelligence in connection with nuclear weapons.
By Michael Radunski
The Chinese EV manufacturer BYD plans to build a second assembly plant in Europe. At least that is what BYD Europe head Michael Shu announced. BYD apparently wants to circumvent the EU's planned punitive tariffs on Chinese EV imports.
By Felix Lee
The US government could impose further tariffs on electric cars from the People's Republic as early as next week. Medical goods could also be affected.
By Felix Lee
