US President Donald Trump’s erratic policies are unsettling many Asian countries. Across the region, states are seeking deeper partnerships with Europe as uncertainty grows in the shadow of an increasingly self-confident China.
By Angela Köckritz
Under the pressure of geopolitical upheavals, Germany and Australia are deepening their partnership. In Canberra, Federal Foreign Minister Wadephul spoke of the Indo-Pacific as the “world’s growth engine.” A trade agreement with the EU could be in place as early as mid-February.
By Angela Köckritz
Germany wants to become more involved in Oceania. China is investing heavily in this region. This is causing great unease among traditionally powerful players such as the USA, Australia and New Zealand.
By Angela Köckritz
Chinese investment in the Arctic has so far been manageable. However, there is growing concern in the West about Beijing's interests in the region. Chinese researchers are also feeling the effects.
By Fabian Peltsch and Marcel Grzanna
In six days, Germany’s foreign minister will visit Singapore, New Zealand, Tonga, Australia and Brunei. A major role will also be played by a country that is not on the itinerary at all: China.
By Angela Köckritz
The Chinese automaker MG is accused of not complying with licensing agreements. A law firm in Würzburg is suing the manufacturer. If there is a guilty verdict, the vehicles would be almost worthless in Europe.
By Christian Domke Seidel
A new “Catalogue of Encouraged Industries for Foreign Investment” will take effect in February. It offers concrete clues as to where Chinese industry needs expertise from abroad. German investment already surged last year.
By Julia Fiedler
The European Commission informed member states on Monday that negotiations on a free trade agreement between the EU and India have been successfully concluded.
By János Allenbach-Ammann
Right on schedule for the start of the EU-India summit, the European Commission and the Indian government have agreed on a free trade agreement. Beijing is on alert: economic losses, European resilience and India’s move up the value chain are all fueling China’s concerns.
By Marcel Grzanna
Corruption, intrigue and allegations of leaking secrets. China’s purge wave in the military has brought down the top general. How combat-ready is the People’s Liberation Army?
By Andreas Landwehr
