The government crackdown on privately owned companies and industries cannot stop the advance of China's private sector, a study by the Peterson Institute for International Economics (PIIE) shows. On the contrary, China's largest private companies are growing faster than their state-owned counterparts. However, the influence exerted by party cells within private companies is problematic.
By Frank Sieren
As the first Chinese city, Shenzhen has passed a law on living wills. It gives terminally ill patients more choice for a dignified death. The new regulation is a huge step. It also triggers a public debate about assisted dying.
By Ning Wang
Military equipment and ammunition stocks need to be replenished across Europe: Since Russia's invasion of Ukraine, member states have sent many weapons to Ukraine. Now, more howitzers, ammunition, anti-aircraft missiles and anti-tank missiles need to be purchased – and quickly.
By Ella Joyner
After a break of almost two years and a disastrous summit in April, Brussels and Beijing are once again talking about trade issues in a separate format – and apparently quite constructively. Things are also moving at other diplomatic levels. However, not necessarily to China's liking.
By Amelie Richter
Amid the gas crisis, the Commission wants to acquire further powers. Meanwhile, the German government has set the locations for two additional LNG terminals.
By Manuel Berkel
Because their apartments are not being completed, tens of thousands of buyers threaten to stop paying their mortgages. The government is on high alert. Will the real estate crisis escalate?
By Jörn Petring
After a break of almost two years and a disastrous summit in April, Brussels and Beijing are once again talking about trade issues in a separate format – and apparently quite constructively. Things are also moving at other diplomatic levels. However, not necessarily to China's liking.
By Amelie Richter
Gas imports from the South Caucasus are intended to reduce the EU's dependence on Russia. But Gazprom is trying to disrupt the Union's political rescue attempts with ever new maneuvers.
By Manuel Berkel
To ensure that the transition to a greener transport system can succeed, the 27 EU member states must expand their charging infrastructure as quickly and extensively as possible. While the Commission and the Council have already defined their positions for the expansion, negotiations in the Parliament have so far stalled. Now, there are far-reaching compromises. However, "a few thick boards" still need to be drilled.
By Lukas Knigge
The automotive industry will still be suffering under the chip shortage in 2024. This is the conclusion of a study by management consultants AlixPartners. One solution could be investments along the value chain. But there is no guarantee of success there either.
By Christian Domke Seidel
