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Coronavirus

Handel Null-Covid China
Feature

Zero Covid: Europe's companies consider exodus

The Omicron wave and China's harsh response to it are weighing on virtually all European companies. In a survey by the EU Chamber of Commerce in China, nearly every company complains about disrupted supply chains, lack of travel and other problems. They desire a different Covid policy. Impatience is growing.

By Christiane Kuehl

Feature

Beijing's last days in freedom?

Uncertainty about a possible lockdown has dominated Beijing for weeks. After some panic buying before the holidays, the people of Beijing have now gotten used to the uncertainty. They are enjoying the sunny days while they still can.

By Redaktion Table

Sebastian Wiendieck und Felix Engelhardt
Opinion

Production stop and supply chain disruptions – What does the lockdown mean from a legal perspective?

The lockdown-related production halts in the greater Shanghai area cut into companies' sales. What are the legal options for defending against unjustified COVID-19 measures? What are the chances of emerging as a winner from legal disputes? What needs to be considered when it comes to damage claims by suppliers? The experts Sebastian Wiendieck and Felix Engelhardt from the law firm Rödl Partner China provide answers to the most important questions.

By Redaktion Table

Lianhua Qingwen Kräutermischung Covid China
Feature

The dubious business with Covid remedies

Beijing propagates traditional medicine for curing Covid infections. Scientifically, these herbal mixtures with the name "Lianhua Qingwen" are controversial – but highly lucrative. But there is even skepticism about the herbal capsules in the People's Republic.

By Redaktion Table

Sinolytics Radar

Domestic consumption still too low

One of the most crucial goals for China’s economic policymakers is to rebalance the country’s economic growth model, shifting towards more growth from domestic consumption rather than from inefficient fixed asset investments. However, economic data of recent years shows clearly, how challenging this shift of growth paradigm actually is. Now, China’s prevailing “zero-covid” policy and business-oriented support policies may make the process of adjustment even more difficult. ​

By Redaktion Table