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Protectionism: Far-reaching implications for climate change

The world is preparing for significant trade disruption. While protectionism is making a return and countries such as the United States are trying to strengthen their critical economic sectors, the retreat from free trade is accelerating under President Donald Trump – with far-reaching consequences, particularly for the fight against climate change.

By Marcel Grzanna

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Tariffs: China rejects responsibility for fentanyl problem in the US

Washington sees Beijing as one of the main culprits for the USA's fentanyl problem. As a result, an additional ten percent import duty will apply to all Chinese exports to the country from Tuesday. China reacts with pique and recommends that the USA look for other solutions.

By Marcel Grzanna

düngemittel
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Commission proposes tariffs on Russian fertilizers

The Commission wants to reduce dependence on agricultural products and fertilizers from Russia and Belarus and further weaken Russia's war economy. "These tariffs are carefully calibrated," says the Brussels authority.

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EU tariffs: Mercedes joins Geely lawsuit

The car manufacturer Mercedes-Benz is joining a lawsuit filed by its Chinese joint venture partner Geely against the EU's punitive tariffs on electric vehicles from China. Tesla and BMW are also suing.

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Germany's China strategy: These hurdles await the new government

Foreign Minister Annalena Baerbock feels encouraged to show China its limits more clearly in the future. She sees the German government's China strategy as a marathon, not a sprint. But after the collapse of the government coalition, the question is: Who will run the marathon?

By Angela Köckritz

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Democracy: How China influenced the elections of 3.7 billion people

In 2024, the number of people worldwide who were able to vote was higher than ever before. As an election issue, the People's Republic of China influenced the decisions of billions of people. Beijing also used the super election year to demonstrate its stoic non-interference in the internal affairs of other countries.

By Redaktion Table

SAIC
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Business climate: Why many Chinese companies defy mistrust in the EU

A report by the China Chamber of Commerce to the EU warns that the business sentiment of Chinese companies suffers from unequal treatment. Nevertheless, the majority expect trade and economic relations between China and the EU to continue to develop positively.

By Marcel Grzanna