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Trade war

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US tariffs: Why the People's Republic retaliates a little

China is not backing down in the trade dispute with the US, but is also showing that it is willing to compromise. Beijing obviously hopes to strike a deal with Trump after all. Much now depends on the announced telephone call between Trump and Xi Jinping.

By Redaktion Table

Fentanyl
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Tariffs: China rejects responsibility for fentanyl problem in the US

Washington sees Beijing as one of the main culprits for the USA's fentanyl problem. As a result, an additional ten percent import duty will apply to all Chinese exports to the country from Tuesday. China reacts with pique and recommends that the USA look for other solutions.

By Marcel Grzanna

Opinion

Global tensions over China's overcapacity will rise under Trump

If the US imposes high tariffs on Chinese goods, the European Union could bear the brunt of Chinese overcapacity and the resulting trade tensions. EU tariffs on electric vehicles could be the prelude to a Sino-European trade conflict.

By Amelie Richter

Feature

Photovoltaics: How Biden plugs the last loopholes for Chinese solar imports

The USA will soon impose tariffs on double-sided solar modules from China, which have been exempt so far. In this way, Biden wants to protect domestic manufacturers even better. However, this leaves him with a dilemma between the energy transition and market protection.

By Christiane Kuehl

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US special tariffs: Why a tariff race with China is now looming

The USA wants to limit its trade deficit with China by imposing drastic special tariffs. On Tuesday, the White House announced 100 percent on Chinese e-cars and 50 percent on semiconductors and solar modules. Scholz continues to reject punitive tariffs.

By Christiane Kuehl