More means to combat the sluggish growth: China's Central Bank plans to lower interest rates "at the appropriate time" and inject liquidity into the financial system. Experts remain skeptical.
By Marcel Grzanna
The People's Congress makes it clear: China is putting all its efforts into artificial intelligence. The risks only play a minor role in the global race for technological supremacy. Experts are alarmed.
By Leonardo Pape
China's chief diplomat used the big stage at the People's Congress to clearly show his very different views on the United States and Europe. The former are treated harshly, the latter receive a gift.
By Jörn Petring
Our China Perspective column is written by authors from the People's Republic. Today we look at the latest signs that Xi Jinping has consolidated all power in the state.
By Experts Table.Briefings
There is a first response to the question of where the economic miracle announced at the National People's Congress should begin: The central bank publicly promises to lower interest rates.
By Finn Mayer-Kuckuk
The growth target set by the National People's Congress can only be achieved if consumption increases. This is good news for German companies – which understand them as a signal for more investment.
By Finn Mayer-Kuckuk
The National People's Congress opening day in Beijing is the day of numbers. Alongside the plans for economic growth, the military budget is also presented. The latter arouses fears and concerns – especially in the region.
By Michael Radunski
China's Premier will not hold a press conference after the National People's Congress. This shows the current state of affairs in China: Intransparency is increasing, whilst the willingness to answer questions is decreasing.
By Michael Radunski
The upcoming National People's Congress will probably offer many small incentives for the economy instead of stimulus fireworks. Signs point to particular support for AI development.
By Christiane Kuehl
China's state leadership expelled nine high-ranking members of the armed forces from parliament. This is part of a comprehensive restructuring of the military leadership.
By Felix Lee
