Medicine • Table.Briefings

April 8th, 2026

Medical technology: Beijing wants to become a global hub through AI

Beijing is pushing the use of AI in healthcare. A new action plan is intended to accelerate innovation from drug discovery to clinical application.

By Yi Ling Pan

Feature | Critical infrastructure

March 5th, 2026

Health security: University hospitals urge German government to make a decision

In the event of a military conflict, university hospitals would be the key points of contact for the most seriously injured. But there are still no clear rules for coordinating and distributing patients.

By Lisa-Martina Klein

Feature | malaria

March 3rd, 2026

Health: How Benin is tackling resistance to antimalarial drugs

Malaria remains one of the deadliest diseases for children under 5 in Africa – despite vaccination programs and the distribution of mosquito nets. Beyond that, another battle is underway: against drug resistance. At the center of the discussion is a plant that is as valuable as it is controversial.

By Lilaafa Amouzou

Opinion | Supply chains

November 18th, 2025

Pharma: How risky are our dependencies?

The pharmaceutical industry is facing a profound change: Europe is heavily reliant on Asian active ingredients. This is becoming a geopolitical risk. China and India are strategically expanding their power.

By Claus Michelsen

Talk of the Town | Health

September 29th, 2025

Medical care: Why violence against doctors is on the rise

China's healthcare system has improved dramatically. But as treatment options increase, so do patients' expectations. The authorities are alarmed.

By Blanka Xia