The import expo kicks off once again – but the consumer environment remains weak. European companies have been suffering from China's weak demand for years. The reasons are ideological: Xi Jinping does not want his people to consume more.
By Redaktion Table
Politics, business and science are demanding more China expertise. In its recently published China strategy, the German government dedicated an entire chapter to this complex issue. But in reality, many China programs see their funding cut or canceled altogether. In an interview with Felix Lee, Christian Straube from the Mercator Foundation defends himself against the accusation that fewer China programs are being supported.
By Felix Lee
During her European conference, Foreign Minister Annalena Baerbock elaborated on her vision for a step-by-step expansion process. Meanwhile, her Ukrainian counterpart warned of potential frustrations in the accession process.
By Manuel Berkel
Shortly before the start of a pilot project aimed at enhancing product sustainability, resistance is growing. Many companies are unprepared for the introduction of a product passport, and the German Chamber of Industry and Commerce (DIHK) fears overregulation and bureaucratic burdens.
By Eric Bonse
"We deeply mourn over the tragic passing of Comrade Li Keqiang": On Thursday, China's state leadership bid farewell to the former head of government, who was also known as the people's premier. Public tributes to him were tightly monitored.
By Frank Sieren
China's Belt and Road Initiative is known for its large-scale infrastructure projects and power plants. Now, the program is to become greener. A demand echoed by the partner countries. However, the process is still in its infancy.
By Christiane Kuehl
India's recently concluded monsoon season is rated as "normal." But a closer look reveals significant rainfall fluctuations. This August was the driest in over 100 years. Scientists warn of more rainfall in other months. Both negatively impact agriculture.
By Goswami Urmi
Green Party politician Sergey Lagodinsky calls for an education offensive to prevent anti-Semitism, a critical look at the role of religious communities – and the strengthening of German intelligence services. Damir Frasu and Franziska Klemenz spoke with him.
By Redaktion Table
At the AI Safety Summit in the UK, the EU and 28 countries signed a joint declaration to jointly develop rules for particularly powerful AI systems. China and Saudi Arabia are also among the signatories.
By Corinna Visser
The Buildings Directive has been significantly softened. But the consequences for homeowners will not be known until after the next trialogue. In any case, the construction industry is already worrying about how the issue can be kept out of the Bundestag election campaign.
By Manuel Berkel
