Germany's most important trading partner is currently China, but soon the USA could take the lead. This is partly due to a significant decline in German exports to China, especially of cars and chemical products. Trade with the USA, on the other hand, is increasing.
Von Marcel Grzanna
China aims to stabilize its foreign trade by further supporting the trade of EVs. This move is likely to cause more friction with the EU Commission.
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The pessimistic forecasts for China's economy are only partially justified. In fact, in 2023, it performed better than expected. While achieving a growth rate of five percent won't be easy given the challenges, it is certainly feasible.
Von Amelie Richter
Niederländische Geheimdienste beschuldigen China der Cyber-Spionage. Staatlich motivierte Hacker hätten sich Zugang zu Netzwerken des Verteidigungsministeriums verschafft. Die Geheimdienste sehen auch Hightech-Unternehmen wie ASML in Gefahr.
Von Marcel Grzanna
Deutschlands wichtigster Handelspartner ist aktuell China, doch bald könnten die USA an die Spitze rücken. Grund ist unter anderem ein deutlicher Einbruch der deutschen Exporte nach China, besonders von Autos und chemischen Erzeugnissen. Der Handel mit den USA nimmt dagegen zu.
Von Marcel Grzanna
Dutch intelligence agencies accuse China of cyber espionage. State-motivated hackers allegedly gained access to networks of the Ministry of Defense. The intelligence services also see high-tech companies like ASML at risk.
Von Marcel Grzanna
China has inaugurated a new research station in Antarctica. Located south of Australia and New Zealand, the station will be operational year-round. With its location, it is well positioned to gather signal information from Australia and New Zealand.
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