China wants to build new coal-fired power plants by at least 2027. They are intended to compensate for fluctuations in renewable energies, which is a technical challenge. The new power plants should also capture CO2 and add biomass where possible.
By Nico Beckert
The EU Trade Commissioner is trying to bring momentum to the negotiations in the trade dispute with the USA. In the tariff conflict with China, President Trump creates an exception for electronic devices – but only temporarily.
By Jörn Petring
The EU Commission wants to remain firm in the negotiations with Beijing on countervailing duties on electric cars. "Our concerns about Chinese overcapacity are currently becoming even more serious," it says.
By Till Hoppe
China's Communist Party leadership says its relations with neighboring countries are "better than ever in modern times".
By Leonardo Pape
The realignment of US trade policy is damaging the fight against global warming: uncertainty and crises mean less investment in climate action and the greentech industry is suffering. One particularly dangerous aspect of the tariff conflict has hardly been discussed so far.
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Obesity in the Chinese population is growing rapidly. The ailing healthcare system faces billions in costs, which could swallow up a quarter of China's healthcare budget.
By Ning Wang
Radio Free Asia has been forced to reduce its programs after the US drastically cut funding. Broadcasts in Mandarin, Tibetan, and Laotian have been discontinued, and broadcasting times have also been drastically reduced.
By Ning Wang
Regarding the planned purchase of fighter jets, the Philippines has sent reassuring signals to China. The US Department of Defense had previously confirmed a possible sale of F-16 fighter jets to the Philippines.
By Leonardo Pape
In his latest book, the Dalai Lama looks back at his relationship with Mao and other Chinese leaders. He never wanted to be used for their propaganda. In his stories, the Dalai Lama displays a remarkable sense of humor.
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At the first economic dialogue in five years, China, Japan, and South Korea agreed to strengthen trade in the region in order to promote free trade against the backdrop of Trump's tariffs.
By Ning Wang
