At the start of the People’s Congress, China is taking a tougher stance toward Taiwan. However, the wave of purges in the military is raising questions about its combat readiness.
By Andreas Landwehr
Beijing wants to stimulate the economy with a “proactive fiscal policy.” The 15th Five-Year Plan relies on a range of instruments. The public budget is climbing to a record high.
By Marcel Grzanna
The Five-Year Plan also includes socially relevant plans for the future. These reflect China’s nationalistic ambitions.
By Redaktion Table
Ambitions for climate protection are lower than in the last five-year period. However, the People’s Republic wants to establish new green growth drivers.
By Nico Beckert
On Friday, the German Defense Ministry briefed the Bundestag’s Defense Committee on the status of the “Digitization of land-based Operations” (D-LBO) project. In parliament, significant doubts persist about whether the project will succeed.
By Wilhelmine Stenglin
In the event of a military conflict, university hospitals would be the key points of contact for the most seriously injured. But there are still no clear rules for coordinating and distributing patients.
By Lisa-Martina Klein
Experts from EU governments have been discussing oil and gas supplies. Read Table.Briefings to find out what will happen in the coming days.
By Manuel Berkel
The EU presents a new port strategy that focuses on competitiveness and security. Foreign investments are to be systematically recorded and monitored.
By Julia Fiedler
Following Donald Trump’s threats to end all trade with Spain, the European Commission has pledged its support. It is calling on the US to fulfill its obligations under the customs agreement.
By Antonia Zimmermann
