The British government passed emergency legislation on Saturday to secure control of the Chinese-owned British Steel.
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The Trump administration apparently wants to build up stocks of deep-sea metals to counter China's dominance in battery minerals and rare earths. China produces around 90 percent of the world's refined rare earths.
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Hong Kong's largest opposition party faces its dissolution after a membership vote. This threatens to put an end to almost 30 years of opposition politics in Hong Kong.
By Redaktion Table
The German Chamber of Commerce in China insists on continued close economic relations with the People's Republic. It says that the focus in the coalition contract on China as a "systemic rival" does not match the reality of German companies in China.
By Leonardo Pape
The Ukrainian intelligence service claims to have identified 155 Chinese citizens in the service of the Russian army. In response, Beijing has criticized the Ukrainian president.
By Marcel Grzanna
Analysts at Goldman Sachs are lowering their expectations for the Chinese economy despite the central bank's possible interest rate cuts.
By Marcel Grzanna
Consumer prices in China have fallen slightly again. The trade war could now lead to a further drop in prices. Experts expect greater deflationary pressure because of a greater price war within China.
By Leonardo Pape
China's Communist Party leadership says its relations with neighboring countries are "better than ever in modern times".
By Leonardo Pape
Volkswagen sold fewer vehicles in China during the first three months of the year. The company is especially feeling the pressure from domestic competitors in the electric vehicle (EV) segment. Meanwhile, the overall Chinese auto market has continued to grow.
By Leonardo Pape
The incoming German government is pushing for the “observance of agreed rules” and “full reciprocity” in its future dealings with China. To enforce this, the coalition is relying on a revised China strategy.
By Amelie Richter
