China hopes to halt the declining birth rate with childcare subsidies. A look at ancient Rome shows that even generous incentives cannot reverse demographic decline.
By Yi Fuxian
To support the market ramp-up of climate-friendly products, the CDU/CSU–SPD coalition had agreed in its coalition pact to introduce climate-neutral lead markets – but the cabinet has now decided against it. Industry leaders are counting on the Bundestag to make improvements.
By Sabine Nallinger
Ferdinand Gehringer of the Konrad-Adenauer-Stiftung says the federal government must prioritize the cybersecurity of satellite systems in its planned space security strategy.
By Ferdinand Gehringer
Despite government incentives, Chinese families continue to shrink. According to economist Nancy Qian, Beijing faces mounting pressure to address the resulting challenges, not only to avert economic difficulties, but also to stave off broader social discontent.
By Nancy Qian
His country is an indispensable anchor of stability in Southeast Europe, writes Croatia’s ambassador to Berlin, Gordan Bakota. Thirty years after Operation “Storm,” he argues that peace in Bosnia and Herzegovina is only possible with Croatia’s support.
By Gordan Bakota
China's industry has undergone a profound transformation over the past two decades. From a manufacturing hub with low added value, the country has become a global technology leader – despite a comparatively low GDP per capita.
By Zhang Jun
Despite difficult coordination, Europe cannot afford to abandon FCAS – doing so would have far-reaching military and industrial consequences, and would also mean losing influence over key security and technology standards.
By Marc Rivière
Europe and China have bet their future on green growth. That's why, according to two climate policy experts, they need to join forces. Effective cooperation depends on five factors.
By Emmanuel Guerin and Bernice Lee
Our China Perspective column is written by authors from the People's Republic. Although communism sees religion as spiritual opium, Buddhism has experienced a revival in China. However, how the financial inflows are distributed has always been a point of contention.
By Redaktion Table
The agreement reveals deep weaknesses in EU trade policy. Individual member states undermine the negotiating position instead of taking joint responsibility. National interests also make the EU susceptible to blackmail.
By Etienne Höra
