For years, China has been working relentlessly to expand its dominance in the South China Sea. Control of this most important body of water has become a test of American resolve.
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Our China Perspective column is written by authors from the People's Republic. Today's edition is about women's rights and how the activists' fighting spirit is unbroken despite fierce headwinds.
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The German industry laments its competitive disadvantages against global competitors. A danger rarely discussed is the Chinese leadership's plan to use industrial policy to steal market share from Germany's "hidden champions" on the global market with its own "little giants." It is time to act.
By Amelie Richter
By internationalizing its currency, China wants to become less dependent on Western payment systems – not least for geopolitical reasons. However, Xi Jinping's obsession with control is undermining market confidence.
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The Adventures of Tintin are very popular in China. But the turbulent history of the book Tintin in Tibet also tells a lot about China's leadership and its fight for concepts and interpretative sovereignty.
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Countries like Germany preaching tolerance and cultural diversity must neither ignore nor belittle China. Especially as the Chinese still welcome us with open arms in many areas.
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The US campaign of increased pressure on China could backfire. The conflict between the two countries already bears many signs of a Cold War.
By Amelie Richter
Our China Perspective column is written by authors from the People's Republic. Today we look at the latest signs that Xi Jinping has consolidated all power in the state.
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Ping-pong and pandas remain the People's Republic's soft power tools. However, this also leaves the superpower helplessly stuck in the past.
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The new strongman at the helm of China's financial regulator is known for his boldness and for stimulating the economy with megaprojects. Initiatives labeled "green" could benefit from his appointment.
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