The debate over the loyalty of German conglomerates to Beijing has reignited. Mercedes CEO Ola Kaellenius faces harsh criticism for opposing EU tariffs on EVs from China. The accusation: Instead of national interests, he only has sales figures in China in mind.
By Marcel Grzanna
The longest strike in German history is raging at SRW Metalfloat. The trade union and works council hold the Chinese investor responsible. Now, even the Chinese ambassador is intervening.
By Christian Domke Seidel
China has been experiencing a renewables boom for years, and recently, there has been a boom in electricity storage systems. However, storage systems are an expensive safety net. Design flaws in the energy system make their rapid expansion necessary.
By Nico Beckert
The EU heads of state and government want the European Investment Bank (EIB) to provide the European defense industry with improved access to funding. Weapons are not to be financed. However, a dual-use clause could be dropped.
By Max Mustermann
A universal remedy of traditional Chinese medicine made from donkey skin strains Sino-African relations – and prompts the African Union's first major rebellion against the People's Republic.
By Fabian Peltsch
German Chancellor Olaf Scholz is meeting the heads of state and government of Malaysia, the Philippines and Thailand this week. The talks focus on expanding relations with Southeast Asia. Moreover, the Chancellor wants to reduce Germany's dependence on China.
By Michael Radunski
Europe wants to build up its own solar industry and reduce its dependence on China. However, major companies are threatening to relocate their plants. They require billions in subsidies, which would significantly drive up the costs of the energy transition. However, there are other proposals.
By Manuel Berkel
Russia's war in Ukraine has serious climate consequences: Through combat operations, fires on the front line and necessary reconstruction, the war causes emissions twice as much as Belgium emits in a year. Also, global armament leads to greater CO2 emissions.
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China's electric car industry is globalizing. Direct investment from the People's Republic is booming along the entire value chain. One of the main destinations is Europe. The government encourages these investments. However, Beijing fears the loss of jobs.
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Observers considered it an almost impossible task. After several failed attempts, the EU labor ministers have paved the way for the Platform Work Directive. Against the two largest EU countries, Germany and France. A first.
By Alina Leimbach
