Matthias Schroeder, a Beijing-born German lawyer, talks about Chinese lawmakers who feel above their own laws, on different senses of justice between Germans and Chinese, and on the relationship between state and society. In his opinion, the new data protection law will bring about a decisive change for China. Frank Sieren spoke with Schroeder.
By Frank Sieren
Beijing's new draft law to regulate algorithms of apps and websites has it all. It offers users clever ways to protect themselves from manipulation. This includes, for example, recommendations for products, videos, or content. Among other things, providers must disclose what data they have already collected. However, experts see two crucial weak points.
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A wanton decoupling of the EU from China could harm both sides – that is the conclusion of a discussion in the series "Global China Conversations" of IfW Kiel. But the main actors of new and old protectionism are by no means the US and the EU. China puts political goals before the greatest possible gain in prosperity.
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A team of Chinese and American researchers has increased the yield of numerous plants. As a side effect, they are even less prone to droughts. This was achieved through the introduction of a human gene into the genetic material of plants. China is keeping the billion-euro market for genetically engineered agricultural products closed as long as its own industry is not internationally competitive. But new developments could bring about a shift.
By Frank Sieren
The chip shortage will continue into next year – as not only automotive suppliers expect. Neither politics nor industry have any quick solutions at hand. However, the coming weeks are likely to set the course for the future.
By Falk Steiner
The EU Commission intends to issue a legal act that will define the framework for the production of renewable fuels before the end of this year. The role of e-fuels and hydrogen in transport is also a topic in the Bundestag election campaign.
By Lukas Knigge
China wants to put a price tag on the environment. The idea behind it: If nature has a financial value, it is more likely to be protected. This not only has consequences for companies able to gain points for their environmental score, similar to the social credit system. But for the careers of Chinese officials, the preservation of "ecological goods" could also soon become just as important as economic growth – one of their responsibilities.
By Nico Beckert
US Vice President Kamala Harris is visiting Singapore and Vietnam to promote her government's credibility in Southeast Asia following criticism of the withdrawal from Afghanistan. Her advances are apparently taking root, as the People's Republic of China has lost a lot of trust with its uncompromising behavior in the South China Sea.
By Marcel Grzanna
Will China fill the gap left by the US in the Hindu Kush? Not militarily, says journalist and former Afghanistan correspondent Cem Sey in an interview with China.Table. But Beijing's pragmatic approach to the Taliban could bring economic opportunities to China, even if Afghanistan's resource wealth is more of a myth. Felix Lee spoke with Sey.
By Felix Lee
Permanent magnets made of rare earths are important components in electric motors and wind turbines. As the Green Deal is implemented, demand is growing – but 98 percent of production is located in China. That is set to change.
By Timo Landenberger
