While China's Premier Li Qiang advocates international cooperation in Davos, a Merics survey reveals that trust in China's willingness for a pragmatic approach with the West is low. Taiwan remains a significant concern.
By Marcel Grzanna
Although China rejects Western sanctions against Moscow, Chinese state banks continue to restrict their cooperation with Russian clients to avoid becoming the target of new US secondary sanctions themselves.
By Redaktion Table
Beijing has attracted battery giant CATL to the city: The company plans to build an EV battery plant this year. The capital hopes to strengthen the local EV supply chain.
By Redaktion Table
Search engine provider Baidu has denied a media report that linked its AI chatbot Ernie to Chinese military research. Ernie was reportedly used to simulate a US attack on Libya.
By Carolyn Braun
Around 30 Pacific littoral states are preparing for the biennial Western Pacific Naval Symposium in Nanjing. The main aim is to provide an update on conflict avoidance in the event of unexpected maritime encounters.
By Christiane Kuehl
BYD plans to invest billions in smart vehicles and announces the launch of its Denza brand in Europe for late 2024. Yangwang and Cheng Bao are also to be launched on the international market – probably under a different name.
By Redaktion Table
China has apparently managed to circumvent the US export ban and acquired chips manufactured by the US company Nvidia for use in military facilities. Nvidia assures that it has complied with all applicable export regulations.
By Felix Lee
The Chinese car manufacturer Brilliance is undergoing restructuring and needs fresh capital. One option: Selling its shares in the joint venture with BMW. The German company increased its shares in 2022.
By Michael Radunski
On the first stop of his Africa tour, China's Foreign Minister announced plans to deepen relations with Egypt. Wang Yi also spoke with his counterpart about the war in the Middle East.
By Lucia Weiß
Another blow for Taiwan's foreign policy: A few days after the presidential election, the Pacific nation of Nauru severed diplomatic ties with the country.
By Michael Radunski
