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Opinion

Why the new economic stimulus program is not so encouraging

Our "China Perspective" column is written by authors from the People's Republic. State and party leader Xi Jinping has now also made a U-turn in economic policy. Today's article sheds light on why the recently adopted economic stimulus package will probably only provide a temporary economic boost.

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Economy: What the US interest rate cuts mean for China

Although China has been struggling with deflation for some time, the Chinese leadership has so far been reluctant to take any significant stimulus measures. It has not forgotten the lessons of the 2009 stimulus program, not least that excessive credit expansion carries the serious risk of non-performing loans and excessive construction activity.

By Amelie Richter

How China prepares for America's next president

The world eagerly awaits the US election, but regardless of the election result, the challenges for the relationship between Washington and Beijing remain. However, the worst-case scenario of a conflict can still be avoided.

By Amelie Richter

Why we urgently need a European steel pact

In order for the European steel industry to survive the transformation, the EU Commission should become more active. A European steel pact would have to combine countervailing duties, green energy supply and public procurement.

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Stephen S. Roach

Roach: China is missing in America's election debate

The USA's most important foreign policy challenge is hardly discussed in the election campaign. Instead, China is being made the scapegoat for problems that US politicians are responsible for. Instead of preparing for conflict, the USA should seek dialogue.

By Amelie Richter

Fossil players are not interested in constructive dialog

Despite much progress in the energy transition, more and more people are critical of it. Claudia Kemfert argues that communication on the climate and energy transition is failing because fossil fuel players are actively disrupting the debate.

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