Our column “China Perspective” features contributions by authors from the People’s Republic of China. This week, it focuses on Nie Weiping – a legendary Go player, confidant of powerful political figures and a rare firsthand witness to the youth of Xi Jinping.
By Redaktion Table
Donald Trump’s appearance at the World Economic Forum in Davos has triggered mockery in parts of China. Other Chinese commentators, however, see his remarks as confirmation of the much-invoked “great transformation” of the international order.
By Leonardo Pape
According to a Taiwanese research report, China’s push into high-tech manufacturing and geopolitical competition is increasingly coming at the expense of the broader population. The authors point to a new class divide and a rise in system-critical protests.
By David Demes
On the occasion of BETT, one of the largest EdTech fairs, senior education policymakers met in London this week to discuss what is needed for a successful digital transformation. OECD Education Director Andreas Schleicher took part in the discussions on site. In his column, he outlines the lessons he draws from this for the use of generative AI in education.
By Andreas Schleicher
As already announced by three parliamentary group leaders, the European Parliament has formally suspended the agreement on tariffs with the US. In a few days, the EU Parliament’s Trade Committee will also discuss measures under the Anti-Coercion Instrument.
By Markus Grabitz
When VfB Stuttgart walk into the Stadio Olimpico in Rome this Thursday, I won’t be there. As a German citizen, I’m not allowed to support AS Roma live in the Europa League.
By Almut Siefert
By a narrow majority, the European Parliament has referred the EU-Mercosur trade deal to the European Court of Justice. German Chancellor Friedrich Merz is now calling for its provisional application. Bernd Lange believes that there would be a majority for this in Parliament.
By Markus Grabitz and János Allenbach-Ammann
Whether in response to Trump, the Mercosur agreement or the ban on combustion engines: The German chancellor often seeks to close ranks with Italy’s prime minister. His relationship with the French president, on the other hand, has cooled
By Till Hoppe and Almut Siefert
The US President has signaled the contours of an agreement for the Arctic and is withdrawing the threat of punitive tariffs against European countries. He had already hinted at a détente in his speech in Davos.
By Stephan Israel, Stefan Braun and Damir Fras
