WTO conference: EU pushes for comprehensive reforms
The World Trade Organization is at a turning point. The EU has called for a re-evaluation of the most-favored-nation principle.
By Ning Wang
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The World Trade Organization is at a turning point. The EU has called for a re-evaluation of the most-favored-nation principle.
By Ning Wang
South Korea is heavily dependent on energy imports. Because shipments through the Strait of Hormuz have been disrupted, Seoul has announced alternatives to ensure a steady supply.
By Marcel Grzanna
To avoid US tariffs, Japan plans to invest USD 550 billion in the United States. Prime Minister Takaichi's trip to Washington suggests that Tokyo intends to stick to that commitment.
By Marcel Grzanna
After a scandal involving unlawful products, the French government sought to block the platform. Now an appeals court has upheld a December ruling – effectively a win for Shein.
By Manuel Liu
COSCO Shipping Ports wants to acquire additional ports to cushion the impact of geopolitical crises. The company reported strong overseas performance in 2025.
By Redaktion Table
US intelligence agencies say China is not planning a near-term invasion of Taiwan. There are reportedly no plans for a forceful takeover by 2026, and no fixed timetable for unification.
By Redaktion Table
China is signaling willingness to cooperate with Southeast Asian countries on energy security. The Chinese foreign ministry continues to call on all parties in the Iran war to halt military activity.
By Redaktion Table
The expert commission “to review the security-relevant economic ties between Germany and China” is meeting initially without MPs. It will advise the Bundestag at a later stage. You can find the list of members here.
By Angela Köckritz
Crude oil supplies are running low in Vietnam. Hanoi is hoping for assistance from Japan to keep the joint Nghi Sơn refinery profitable.
By Marcel Grzanna
China is offering Taiwan energy security in exchange for a "peaceful reunification." Taipei considers its energy supply to be secure and plans to import gas from the United States this summer.
By Ning Wang