Taiwan and Germany have founded a dialogue platform for civil society exchange. The dialogue will not primarily focus on relations with China – but on the perception of Taiwan.
By Felix Lee
A few days before the inauguration of Taiwan's new President Lai Ching-te, China has sent more than 40 fighter jets towards the democratically governed island republic.
By Felix Lee
As a result of an excessive construction boom, there are ten million unfinished apartments across China. To mitigate the crisis, the government is now reportedly considering purchasing unsold properties.
By Felix Lee
Following the US announcement to significantly increase tariffs on Chinese imports, German politicians and business representatives are warning the EU against imitating such measures. They argue that this would harm all sides involved.
By Felix Lee
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 Two Chinese consortia have now withdrawn from the project.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
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
