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RCEP: partners in conflict

Australia and China are engaged in bitter political disputes. At the same time, both are joining the new RCEP free trade agreement. Can the trade agreement withstand these strains?

By Frank Sieren

EU-China agreement still possible

Angela Merkel wanted to crown her EU Council presidency with an investment protection agreement with China. For a long time, it looked as if the negotiations would fail. But the talks are continuing this week – not without prospects of success.

By Amelie Richter