China's President Xi Jinping will visit the financial metropolis of Shanghai this week. In light of the trade war with the US, the trip is intended to highlight technological progress and economic security.
By Katrin Klein
In an unprecedented move, Xi Jinping is demanding leadership in global economic competition from the Shanghai region. He is suddenly strengthening the role of the Yangtze River region deep into the inland. The economic crisis forces him to rethink.
By Redaktion Table
Deng Xiaoping, China's state and party leader from 1979 to 1997, was the only Chinese leader to admit mistakes publicly. Xi Jinping has never done so. But shortly before the Third Plenum, where the leadership sets the future course, it would be imperative to do so. It is the only way to pull the economy out of the pit of stagnation.
By Experts Table.Briefings
The office of premier has significantly lost meaning under Xi. Could this change with the departure of Li Keqiang? His successor is a confidant of the president – but not a mere "yes man".
By Jörn Petring
The EU Chamber of Commerce in Shanghai is hoping for a fresh start in 2022 that could bolster European companies across the country.
By Christiane Kuehl
A resident of Wulumuqi Road recounts his impressions of the protest night in Shanghai to China.Table.
By Fabian Peltsch
