Amid concerns over China’s export restrictions, Germany and Canada plan to step up cooperation on critical minerals. The agreement reached on Tuesday is nonbinding.
By Manuel Liu
The original contract had triggered close scrutiny by the German federal government and warnings from the European wind industry.
By Marcel Grzanna
The number of coal-fired power plants in China keeps rising. Even so, coal consumption fell in the first half of the year as power plant utilization declined.
By Nico Beckert
The suspect allegedly worked for a civilian contractor to the US Department of Defense at a military base in Germany. He is accused of repeatedly offering information to Chinese authorities.
By Angela Köckritz
A recent New York Times investigation shows the extent of the Chinese consulate’s efforts to sway New York City’s mayoral race.
By Angela Köckritz
The government in New Delhi fears Indian agriculture could suffer from the Chinese dam. It argues that Beijing is weaponizing control over the river’s flow.
By Angela Köckritz
The visit by a high-level delegation from Seoul to Beijing reflects an effort to smooth over recently strained relations, driven by both political and economic considerations.
By Ning Wang
China is willing to take part in potential peacekeeping forces in Ukraine, according to EU diplomatic circles. Volodymyr Zelenskyy has recently opposed China serving as a security guarantor in the event of a cease-fire.
By Ning Wang
Beijing is further tightening its control over the supply of rare earths. On Friday it published a catalog of legal provisions for the quota system. Analysts say the measures signal a further squeeze on supply.
By Manuel Liu
The country’s top regulator has unveiled measures governing pricing on the nation’s major internet platforms. Merchants and consumers had previously complained about opaque fees.
By Ning Wang
