To boost China’s domestic consumption, stronger redistribution is needed, says Klaus Mühlhahn of Freie Universität Berlin. But Xi Jinping suspects that transfers foster a welfare mentality.
By Leonardo Pape
In China, the spirit of cooperation is emphasized during Friedrich Merz's visit. For the first time, the chancellor is more in the focus of the Chinese public. Critical perspectives from Germany are partially ignored.
By Leonardo Pape
In “The Wall Dancers,” author Yi-Ling Liu portrays a vibrant digital ecosystem that remains far more dynamic – despite censorship – than many in the West like to assume. China’s capacity for innovation, she argues, is still being underestimated.
By Fabian Peltsch
The verdict against Hong Kong media entrepreneur Jimmy Lai is set to be delivered on Monday morning. Beijing views Lai as a mastermind of the 2019 protests and a conspirator. His detention has been widely criticized as politically motivated.
By Leonardo Pape
Autorin Yi-Ling Liu zeichnet in „The Wall Dancers“ das Bild eines lebendigen digitalen Ökosystems, das trotz Zensur weit dynamischer ist, als man im Westen gern annimmt. Noch immer werde Chinas Innovationsfähigkeit unterschätzt.
By Fabian Peltsch
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
A US district court judge has halted the closure of Radio Free Europe for the time being, which is likely to be postponed until September. At the same time, a dozen EU states are supporting an initiative to explore the possibility of European funding.
By Stephan Israel
