Despite all warnings, the German industry fails to reduce its dependency on China. Combined with unfair competition in the Chinese market, this creates massive existential worries for German companies. For Chancellor Olaf Scholz, this complex situation becomes the central theme of his trip to China.
By Michael Radunski
The nuclear industry is counting on a "nuclear renaissance" for safe and low-carbon electricity at a summit in Brussels and COP28. But the industry is fighting a global battle against its decline. That is why their campaign focuses on one crucial factor.
By Bernhard Pötter
The European Court of Human Rights underlines the duty of countries to protect the climate. This could strengthen climate lawsuits far beyond Europe.
By Alexandra Endres
Taiwan's ex-president Ma Ying-jeou met with Xi Jinping in Beijing on Wednesday afternoon. It happened to be on the same day Japan and the USA were negotiating a new security architecture for the region. The meeting in Taiwan has sparked mixed reactions.
By David Demes
A summit is held in Washington between the USA, Japan and the Philippines. The historical rivals come together – out of fear of the People's Republic. Japan even wants to join a military pact. Beijing reacts furiously.
By Michael Radunski
The debt rules are forcing savings, while the need for investment is increasing. At the same time, the Next Generation EU investment program is coming to an end. A discussion about a successor program will be unavoidable – but the political hurdles are high.
By Marc Winkelmann
The people in the ASEAN states do not want to choose between the USA and China. However, if they were forced to choose, it would be in favor of the People's Republic for the first time – partly out of disappointment with the United States.
By Christiane Kuehl
Shortly before the elections, the economics ministers of Germany, France and Italy are backing an ambitious EU industrial policy. They agree that bureaucracy must be reduced and the economy protected from unfair competition. Another demand is likely to cause tensions in Berlin.
By Marc Winkelmann
Is there a human right to climate action? This is what the European Court of Human Rights (ECHR) in Strasbourg will decide today in three cases. Its judgments could also have consequences for German climate policy.
By Alexandra Endres
When German Chancellor Olaf Scholz travels to the People's Republic this weekend, he will find himself in a country that has become the epitome of the most grave human rights crimes of the 21st century. That cannot become a secondary matter.
By Marcel Grzanna
