Data analysis by an Australian company shows that the demand for PCR tests in the province of Hubei and its capital Wuhan had already skyrocketed months before the Covid pandemic. The authors of the study see this as evidence that China's government has long covered up previous infections. A closer look, however, raises serious doubts.
By Marcel Grzanna
High energy prices remain the dominant topic of political debate. At the most recent meeting of the Euro Group there were renewed calls for countermeasures. Meanwhile, legal experts warn against national governments going it alone.
By Timo Landenberger
The latest leak on tax havens also features numerous Chinese names. Companies use shell companies in offshore centers to circumvent strict Chinese regulations. But China's princelings also like to take advantage of the haziness of tax havens.
By Nico Beckert
The lasting semiconductor shortage and the shortage of medical products, especially at the beginning of the Covid pandemic, have made Western nations realize Taiwan's pivotal role. In Brussels, too, the island seemingly begins to shift into focus, and the community of nations is looking for its way. What is the "Taiwan hype" all about?
By Amelie Richter
The persistent semiconductor shortage and the shortage of medical products, especially at the beginning of the Covid pandemic, have made the Western economy realize: Taiwan holds a key position. The island seems also to be coming into focus in Brussels, the community of states is searching for its way. What is the "Taiwan hype" all about?
By Amelie Richter
Before the end of this year, the EU Commission plans to set new limits for exhaust emissions from cars and trucks that will apply from 2025. However, the announcement of the Euro 7 emissions standard alone caused a stir in the automotive industry, which continues to fear a ban on internal combustion engines "through the back door." Environmental organizations smell dirty tricks from the industry.
By Lukas Knigge
One week after the SPD's election victory, only one particularly difficult preliminary exploratory meeting remains: the CSU, CDU and Greens will meet on Tuesday. After that, everything could move very quickly. And so far, the participants are sticking to the self-imposed rules: hardly any of the talks' content leaks out.
By Falk Steiner
In China, the younger generation is discovering sports as a lifestyle. They are willing to spend a lot of money on equipment, training, nutrition, and online courses. The trend is fuelling a huge market that still has excellent growth potential. One area, in particular, is currently booming.
By Redaktion Table
