Foreign policy • Table.Briefings

June 26th, 2025

Rare earths: EU representatives in Beijing demand concessions.

At a meeting with China's Foreign Minister Wang Yi in Beijing, EU representatives pressed for a solution to export controls on rare-earth magnets.

By Leonardo Pape

News

June 26th, 2025

SCO: Beijing hosts defense ministers from Iran and Russia.

At a meeting of the Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO), China hosted the defense ministers of Iran, Russia and other countries. The meeting began one day after the NATO summit in The Hague.

By Leonardo Pape

Feature

June 6th, 2025

Ukraine: Merz delivers Europe’s message to Trump

The German chancellor receives a warm welcome at the White House – and makes sure to convey the European perspective on the war in Ukraine. Trump signals openness to a trade deal with the EU.

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Opinion

May 15th, 2025

China Perspective: The iron brother and the unloved neighbor.

Our China Perspective column is written by authors from the People's Republic. China attempts to de-escalate the conflict between India and Pakistan. But gloating and stereotypes against India erupt on social media.

By Redaktion Table

News

May 9th, 2025

Ahead of 'Victory Day': Russia and China plan to deepen partnership.

Russia and China want to update an investment agreement between the two countries. On "Victory Day", Xi Jinping and Vladimir Putin also emphasize their joint historic fight against fascism. China will send an honor guard to Moscow for the "Victory Day" parade.

By Leonardo Pape

Feature

May 8th, 2025

Migration: Merz's determination meets European reality.

It was the CDU's biggest, if not most important, election promise: to stop irregular migration once and for all. If necessary, by going it alone, regardless of the sensitivities of European partners. However, this is causing disgruntlement among Germany's neighbors.

By Yvonne Nasshoven

Feature

April 28th, 2025

German government: What the ministers think of China

What opportunities Germany's new Economy Minister might see in cooperation with China, and why the new Transport Minister is banking on India in the automotive sector.

By Redaktion Table

Heads (EN)

April 27th, 2025

Germany's new foreign minister: What Johann Wadephul has to say about China

Will Germany's new foreign minister Johann Wadephul pursue a tougher China policy? What his speeches reveal and how his relationship with the Chancellor could develop.

By Redaktion Table

Feature

April 24th, 2025

Trade war: Why there is a chance of rapprochement

The US leadership has sent the first signs of détente in the trade war. However, both sides would have to be able to present themselves as winners in negotiations. Meanwhile, the window for a solution without major economic devastation is closing.

By Leonardo Pape

News

April 23rd, 2025

Trade dispute: USA could significantly reduce tariffs.

According to an insider, the US government is considering a significant reduction in tariffs against China. So far, the Chinese leadership has been skeptical of rhetorical attempts at rapprochement on the US side.

By Leonardo Pape