In light of new evidence of forced labor at a subsidiary of VW's joint venture in Xinjiang, a critical examination reveals that the audit report should never have claimed to provide an honest assessment of the situation.
By Redaktion Table
The CSDDD strengthens security of supply, could influence standards worldwide and provide new impetus for the economy, write Melanie Müller and Markus Löning in today's Opinion. Their conclusion: an EU supply chain law is in the interests of Germany and Europe in many respects.
By Redaktion Table
Raphaël Glucksmann emerges as the lead candidate for France's social democracy in the European elections. Two prominent Greens notably back him. Yet, the rest of the Green party is already attacking the staunch Europeanist.
By Claire Stam
Beijing will continue to refrain from taking action against the attacks by the Yemeni Houthi rebels in the Red Sea, even though they also have economic disadvantages for China. The geostrategic component is more important in the government's plans.
By Experts Table.Briefings
The current planned form of the EU supply chain directive is unmanageable for SMEs and does not serve its purpose, says Judith Herzog-Kuballa from the German Mechanical Engineering Industry Association.
By Experts Table.Briefings
Our "China Perspective" column is written by authors from the People's Republic. Today's article deals with the poor end-of-year mood in the population and the stock market – and a propaganda blunder.
By Experts Table.Briefings
The pessimistic forecasts for China's economy are only partially justified. In fact, in 2023, it performed better than expected. While achieving a growth rate of five percent won't be easy given the challenges, it is certainly feasible.
By Amelie Richter
Humor and the climate crisis are not mutually exclusive. Humor is not superficial, but can reveal the paradoxes and contradictions that we are all trapped in. The German prejudice that humor is just a distraction? Wrong. It is a way of gaining insight – especially in the climate crisis.
By Redaktion Table
The German government's budget decision widens the financing gap on the path to climate goals. For a successful energy transition, policy instruments need to be sharpened, new revenue sources explored and the debt brake reformed to ensure long-term investments.
By Redaktion Table
As a German-Chinese woman, it's not always easy for me to walk the line between the two worlds. I used to try to be a model migrant because of negative stereotypes. Today, I think I no longer have an educational responsibility. Integration is a difficult word for me.
By Fabian Peltsch
