European companies in China are under pressure due to stricter export controls. One in three member companies are therefore already considering relocating their supply chains out of China.
By Amelie Richter
At the second meeting of the Digital Partnership Council, the EU and Singapore discussed their cooperation in digital areas. These include artificial intelligence and cyber security.
By Corinna Visser
The EU has officially ended the WTO proceedings against China for discriminatory trade practices towards Lithuania. The background to this was the diplomatic conflict following the opening of a Taiwan office in Vilnius, which led to economic pressure from Beijing.
By Amelie Richter
Following the outbreak of African swine fever in wild boars in Spain, China is stopping all pork imports from the EU country for the time being. The measure could last for at least twelve months.
By Fabian Peltsch
Speculation about a possible takeover by the Chinese sporting goods group Anta Sports has caused the Puma share price to soar. However, the Pinault family as a major shareholder is a decisive factor for a deal that would bring the Chinese competitor closer to Adidas and Nike.
By Ning Wang
China's industrial production is falling for the eighth month in a row, while the service sector has fallen below the growth threshold for the first time in almost three years. The weak figures are increasing the pressure on political decision-makers.
By Ning Wang
China is urging the Netherlands to completely relinquish control of chip manufacturer Nexperia. Trade Minister Wang Wentao spoke to German Minister Reiche about this. Meanwhile, the German automotive industry association VDA sees an increased risk to the supply of Nexperia parts in the first quarter of 2026.
By Julia Fiedler
At least 83 people have been killed in a major fire in a Hong Kong apartment complex. The police arrested three men from a construction company.
By Leonardo Pape
In a new white paper, China presents itself as a driving force for arms control and disarmament. The white paper does not contain any commitments to restrictions on specific weapons systems.
By Leonardo Pape
Taiwan plans to spend an additional 40 billion US dollars on defense over the next five years. For 2026, the government plans to increase defense spending to more than USD 30 billion.
By Leonardo Pape
