After 16 months, the World Tennis Association abandoned its demand to allow disappeared tennis player Peng Shuai to move and express herself freely in China. The Association's return to the country marks a triumph for the Chinese government: money beats values.
By Marcel Grzanna
With his banners on the Sitong Bridge in Beijing, one man has triggered a small but remarkable wave of protests at international universities against the Xi dictatorship. Leaflets also appear in the German city of Goettingen. Opponents and supporters of the protests debate their relevance. But the case of Australian activist Drew Pavlou shows that such actions are indeed a thorn in Beijing's side.
By Marcel Grzanna
Tennis player Peng Shuai has met IOC President Thomas Bach and gave her first official interview since she publicly accused a high-ranking Chinese cadre of sexual assault. However, the events do not shed light on the matter. Instead of letting her speak freely, the Communist Party controls her every word. Critics believe that she was pressured to retract her allegations.
By Marcel Grzanna
Thomas Bach, head of the International Olympic Committee (IOC), has already met with China's President Xi Jinping. Now, Bach also wants to meet with Chinese tennis player Peng Shuai during the Winter Games. Nevertheless, criticism of Bach and the awarding of the Olympics to the People's Republic is not abating. Germany has even voiced suspicions of manipulation.
By Marcel Grzanna
For the first time, Chinese tennis player Peng Shuai gave an interview about her claims of sexual assault against a high-ranking party official. She called it a misunderstanding, which raises new questions.
By Marcel Grzanna
