For the first time in 10 years, the head of Taiwan’s opposition Kuomintang, or KMT, is traveling to the People’s Republic at Beijing’s invitation. Cheng Li-wun sees the visit as a signal of greater rapprochement – something she says is necessary in the current geopolitical climate.
By Fabian Peltsch
South Korea’s exports reached a new monthly record in March, according to government data. The main driver was stockpiling of semiconductors as companies rushed to secure supplies amid fears of supply chain disruptions linked to the Iran war.
By Julia Fiedler
During his Asia trip, Macron is presenting Europe as a stable partner in uncertain times. He is strengthening ties with Japan and South Korea in a bid to build a strategic axis between the continents.
By Amelie Richter
Manufacturers in Indonesia, Vietnam and other Asian economies are increasingly feeling the effects of rising prices and disrupted supply chains linked to the war in the Middle East.
By Julia Fiedler
Another alleged ringleader of an international online fraud network has been extradited from Cambodia to China. The suspect, Li Xiong, is said to have been a close associate of businessman Chen Zhi, who was extradited in January.
By Amelie Richter
China has introduced a national information platform for tracking EV batteries. Beginning in April, industry players must digitally register and monitor batteries throughout their entire life cycle.
By Julia Fiedler
While the German government says it is committed to a risk-aware approach to research cooperation with Chinese actors, critical information is often missing in practice.
By Manuel Liu
