The German Foreign Office's East Asia Concept from 2002 coincides in many ways with the German government's new China strategy. Back then, the world was different. This is another reason why it is worth looking at the document: It can show us why political resolutions must be sustainably implemented.
By Experts Table.Briefings
Climate policy plays an important part in the German government's first China strategy. Germany is faced with a dilemma here: On the one hand, the German government wants to encourage China to show more commitment to climate action. On the other hand, it wishes to reduce its dependence on green technology imports from China. So more cooperation and more independence simultaneously – how can both goals be achieved?
By Nico Beckert
When it comes to science and research, the German government sees the fusion of civilian and military applications in China critically. However, the China strategy remains vague, especially regarding concrete offers for researchers. China continues to be considered an important partner for future research.
By Tim Gabel
After months of internal debates, the German government has agreed on core guidelines for its engagement with China. Relations will be placed on a completely new footing.
By Felix Lee
The German government reminds the People's Republic that universal human rights are unchangeable. That is a good thing. However, whether it will be successful in practice remains to be seen.
By Marcel Grzanna
The China strategy is intended to cover all major interests of society. The perspectives of the economy and security policymakers are difficult to reconcile but had to come together under one roof. Behind the scenes, there was a tough struggle over the wording.
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The Chair of the German-Chinese parliamentary group and former Federal Minister of the Interior, Hans-Peter Friedrich, is concerned about developments in China: Controls have increased massively, as he himself observed in Beijing and Shanghai. On the other hand, he criticizes the German government for attempting to decouple from China. Michael Radunski and Felix Lee spoke with Friedrich.
By Redaktion Table
The second part of the event "China Strategy 2023" focused on China as a rival. The foreign policy discussion revolved around old war horses, the cacophony between von der Leyen and Macron, and urgently necessary China expertise.
By Michael Radunski
The first part of the event "China Strategy 2023" dealt with China as a competitor. The invited entrepreneurs are aware of the problems with China. Many see the solution within the companies themselves.
By Michael Radunski
On the second day of her trip, Annalena Baerbock addresses clear words to her hosts. With success. There was a verbal exchange of blows on the subject of human rights. However, the German foreign minister managed to extract a clear commitment from the Chinese leadership on the issue of Russia.
By Michael Radunski
