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Trump backs away from military threats against Iran

Instead of military strikes, US President Donald Trump is increasing the pressure on the leadership in Tehran with sanctions against the regime of Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei.

By Markus Bickel

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EU Commission gives green light for the first eight SAFE loans

The EU Commission has granted eight member states Security Action for Europe (SAFE) loans totaling EUR 38 billion for armaments projects. Disbursement is due to begin in March, and further loan plans could follow soon after.

By Stephan Israel

Alabali Radovan: Strengthening Bonn as a UN location

In view of the US’ withdrawal from a number of UN organizations, Bonn should make an effort to attract a greater UN presence, according to German Federal Minister for Economic Cooperation and Development Reem Alabali Radovan. Despite cuts to development aid in Germany, such a move would strengthen the country’s role on the global stage.

By David Renke

ECFR-Studie: Wie sich das Image Chinas in der Welt entwickelt

In zahlreichen Ländern wächst einer ECFR-Umfrage zufolge die Wahrnehmung Chinas als prägende Kraft der Weltpolitik. Bemerkenswert ist zudem die erwartete Ausweitung von Chinas technologischer Stärke.

By Leonardo Pape

ECFR study: How China’s global image is evolving

An ECFR survey finds that in many countries, China is increasingly seen as a shaping force in world politics. Notably, respondents also expect China’s technological strength to expand further.

By Leonardo Pape

Trade: Canada and China launch a new course of cooperation

With clear words of rapprochement, Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney signaled a reset in relations with China during a visit to Beijing on Thursday.

By Amelie Richter

Tariff deal: US and Taiwan seal semiconductor agreement

After months of negotiations, the United States and Taiwan have approved a far-reaching trade agreement that includes lower mutual tariffs.

By Amelie Richter

Power grid: State Grid plans CNY 4 trillion investment by 2030

China’s state grid operator plans to invest approximately CNY 4 trillion to modernize its power network by 2030. The funds are intended primarily to expand distribution grids and strengthen long-distance west-east transmission lines.

By Fabian Peltsch

Iran: Wang Yi stresses strong ties in call with counterpart

China’s foreign minister urges “dialogue and restraint” amid protests in Iran. State media make no mention of violence against civilians.

By Leonardo Pape