Our column “View from China” is written by authors from the People’s Republic. Today’s article examines the self-image of some Chinese tourists, which isn’t well received online.
By Redaktion Table
China’s economic data at the start of the year painted a mixed picture: While brought-forward exports provided a boost, domestic consumption and traditional industries continued to weaken. At the same time, government-backed growth sectors are driving the economy forward – a strategy that ensures growth but also carries new risks.
By Alicia Garcia-Herrero
Weak growth, an aging society, a soft won: South Korea’s economy is grappling with deep structural problems. And yet its stock market has risen 75% in the space of a year. How is that possible – and what does it reveal about the changing nature of Korean capitalism?
By Keun Lee
The heavy workload in China leaves little time for shopping, socializing or starting a family. For the birth rate to rise, people need to earn more money.
By Xin Meng
Trade between the United States and China will remain substantial despite increasing restrictions, with trade flows increasingly being routed through third countries. These patterns are already becoming clearly evident in Southeast Asia.
By Robin Hu
The Iran war is worsening the US energy problem and threatening its AI infrastructure. China, by contrast, is using its robust energy base to secure decisive advantages in the global AI race.
By Björn Ognibeni
Our column “China Perspective” is written by authors from the People’s Republic. Today’s edition examines Beijing’s growing pressure on Taiwan and the island’s struggle with identity, cohesion and political direction.
By Redaktion Table
Germany’s raw materials partnerships with Mongolia and Kazakhstan, now 15 years old, have yielded hardly any meaningful results. The reasons lie on both sides: unrealistic expectations and strong competition from China.
By Jakob Kullik and Yilmaz Akkoyun
Climate change, rising energy demand, and geopolitical tensions are threatening energy security in ASEAN+3. A stable energy supply is becoming a macroeconomic necessity for the region.
By Yasuto Watanabe
Development and security are not opposites, writes UN Deputy Secretary-General Kanni Wignaraj, but rather mutually reinforcing policy areas. Development aid must therefore be adequately funded.
By Kanni Wignaraja
