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China talks with the US military again

Recently, there has been radio silence between high-ranking US and Chinese military representatives. However, at its Xiangshan defense forum, Beijing extended a hand to Washington. Their relationship continues to thaw.

By Jörn Petring

USA: billion-dollar bet on green hydrogen

The US government plans massive subsidies and tax benefits to build up a hydrogen industry. However, experts are skeptical: Crucial questions remain unanswered and the use of fossil fuels has also been considered "clean" so far. The details of the regulations are decisive.

By Redaktion Table

Budget controller: Commission to monitor NGOs more closely

The Commission should monitor NGOs that receive EU funds more strictly and report more transparently on their funding. This is demanded by a resolution that MEP Markus Pieper (CDU) will present at the next meeting of the Budgetary Control Committee. Opposition is already forming.

By Markus Grabitz

Citizens mourn Li Keqiang

He stood for a different path that China could have taken: The government suppresses displays of mourning for Li Keqiang; the security apparatus is on alert. In Li's home province of Anhui, however, citizens are lining up to lay down wreaths.

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'Despite the China debate, investment is increasing there'

German direct investments in China are at an almost all-time high. Economist Juergen Matthes explains in an interview with Amelie Richter that this should not automatically lead to conclusions about Germany's general dependence. However, Matthes emphasizes dependency must be discussed in any case. To this end, he believes that the use of economic data by the German central bank must be more transparent.

By Redaktion Table

Li vs Xi

When he took office, Li Keqiang was seen as an economic reformer. However, it quickly became clear that Xi had different ideas. He increasingly sidelined the Premier, who had risen through the Communist Youth League, and made all major decisions himself. Li only hinted at his differing views occasionally.

By Christiane Kuehl

'More professor than politician'

Obituary for Li Keqiang: He was more of a jurist and economist than a power politician and was marginalized by Xi Jinping. Colleagues lament the wasted potential.

By Redaktion Table

This is how China reacts to the death of Li Keqiang

By Fabian Peltsch

Top leadership deaths trigger tensions

When a well-known top cadre passes away, in many cases the political balance changes in China. Past examples show that mourning the death of a popular politician can turn into protests.

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Middle East conflict: agreement at EU summit

Late yesterday evening, the EU states were able to agree on a joint summit declaration: They condemn Hamas' terror attack on Israel and call for ceasefires and protected corridors for safe aid deliveries to the Gaza Strip.

By Eric Bonse