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Zeitenwende: How China anticipates the great change

Ten years before Chancellor Scholz made history by coining the term "Zeitenwende," Beijing was already talking about a similar concept. This has been on everyone's lips ever since a faux pas between Xi and Putin. In his column, Johnny Erling explains why.

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APK: Less politics and more entrepreneurship, please

Meetings such as the Asia-Pacific Conference of German Business need more entrepreneurship and less politics, more humility and less lecturing, more self-criticism and fewer demands. This is the only way to meet potential partners at eye level.

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Reading beneath the lines: What a new Mao biography reveals about his legacy

One thing still holds true for China: Mao forever. A new chronicle of the state founder features hundreds of anecdotes, many still unknown to the public, and a record-breaking 4,300 notes by CP historians. A treasure trove for China researchers of all stripes. Johnny Erling has browsed through the more than 5,000 pages.

By Manuel Changming Liu

Overcapacity: A Chinese Green Marshall Plan

Developing countries need money for their green development. China has overcapacity in key green industries. Helping others can boost the country's economy and strengthen its international leadership.

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BRICS+: Why they symbolize the yearning for a more broadly representative global order

Restructuring the international order is long overdue. Emerging economies hope to help shape the rules. This is why many see BRICS as an attractive alternative – even if they have to learn to balance a multitude of interests.Editorial note: Now more than ever, discussing China means controversial debates. At China.Table we want to reflect the diversity of opinions to give you an insight into the breadth of the debate. Opinions do not reflect the views of the editorial team.

By Redaktion Table