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Roy Chun Lee – Taiwan's EU envoy aims for new paths of cooperation

Until recently, trade expert Roy Chun Lee served as Taiwan's deputy minister of foreign affairs. Since early January, he has been Taiwan's new EU envoy. After Taiwan's recent presidential elections, he is tasked with exploring the political maneuvering space for his country in relation to the EU.

By Redaktion Table

Slow grid expansion threatens COP28 climate targets

International organizations warn that the expansion of power grids around the world is too slow. This jeopardizes the renewables expansion targets adopted at COP28. The IEA and IRENA call for faster approval procedures, more investment, better planning and the expansion of domestic supply chains.

By Nico Beckert

German companies expect challenging times

According to a survey by the AHK, German companies see the economic situation in China continuing to face pressure. The increasing competition from Chinese companies also complicates business. Nevertheless, companies remain resilient.

By Jörn Petring

Taiwan: Energy transition to secure independence from China

After the elections in Taiwan, the government maintains its energy policy: Renewable energies are to reduce dependence on foreign fossil fuels and strengthen national security. But expansion has stalled. The island debates nuclear power as an alternative.

By Maximilian Arnhold

Taiwan election: reactions anger Beijing

William Lai will be Taiwan's new president. The congratulations to the election winner from Washington upset the Chinese leadership. The Europeans react more cautiously.

By Redaktion Table