Russia's invasion of Ukraine also affects China's energy policy. In the short term, China could increase its imports of Russian coal and gas. But the People's Republic will not allow itself to become dependent on Russia – because China is striving for energy security, as the National People's Congress once again illustrated.
By Nico Beckert
Russia's invasion of Ukraine also affects China's energy policy. In the short term, China could increase its imports of Russian coal and gas. But the People's Republic will not allow itself to become dependent on Russia – because China is striving for energy security, as the National People's Congress once again illustrated. A resurgence of coal is likely.
By Nico Beckert
What remains of the climate pledges made by the Olympic and Paralympic host? Above all, Zhangjiakou's green power network. It supplies power to all sports venues and, according to experts, could become a model for all of China.
By Christiane Kuehl
Talks about a possible import ban on Russian oil caused the price to climb to almost $140 per barrel almost overnight. However, the German government reiterated its rejection of an embargo. However, the dismissals have increasingly severe consequences, and Shell is restricting the sale of oil products in Germany.
By Manuel Berkel
On one hand, we are facing rising energy prices due to the war in Ukraine and possibly a partial return to coal. On the other hand, however, there is unprecedented motivation to implement the Green Deal as quickly as possible.
By Lukas Knigge
Member states and the Commission discuss how to support the European economy, which is suffering from high energy prices and sanctions. The Dutch finance minister is open in principle to new EU bonds. The question of whether state aid rules should be relaxed could cause controversy.
By Till Hoppe
On the sidelines of the National People's Congress, China's foreign minister made clear which side China backs in the Russia-Ukraine conflict: The friendship with Russia remains rock solid. And yet, as always, Wang Yi leaves a back door ajar.
By Michael Radunski
Didi Kirsten Tatlow is a Senior Fellow at the Asia Program at the German Council on Foreign Relations. She has co-edited and co-authored a book, “China’s Quest for Foreign Technology: Beyond Espionage” that reveals Beijing's legal and illegal hunt for foreign technology. In an interview with China.Table, Tatlow urges the West to step up its determination to finally better protect innovations from Chinese takeovers. At stake, she says, is nothing less than our open form of society.
By Marcel Grzanna
Spain can help Europe reduce its dependence on Russian gas. Half a dozen regasification plants can store liquefied natural gas. However, new pipelines are needed to transport it to neighboring European countries.
By Redaktion Table
The export of medical or pharmaceutical goods is largely exempt from EU sanctions. Nevertheless, manufacturers are directly or indirectly affected. The consequences of the conflict could also be far-reaching for clinical trials.
By Eugenie Ankowitsch
