Nach Druck von mehreren Seiten begann in den USA seit 2020 die Schließung der umstrittenen Konfuzius-Institute. Mehr als 100 der Sprach- und Kultureinrichtungen stellten ihre Arbeit in den vergangenen Jahren offiziell ein. Nun sind offenbar teilweise zurück – lediglich mit neuem Namen und neuer Anmutung.
Von Amelie Richter
The extreme drought that plagues China this summer causes severe pressure on its electricity system, especially in regions heavily relying on hydropower like Sichuan. In combination with the challenges of the economic slowdown, this leads to growing concerns that China might backpedal on its decarbonization ambitions, restart coal production and prioritize coal power infrastructure. However, the electricity generation data during the first half of 2022 shows China is still, slowly but steadily, increasing the ratio of renewable energy in its power mix.
Von Experts Table.Briefings
The news of Liz Truss' appointment as the new British prime minister has been met with concern in Brussels. So far, the EU has not had good experiences with the conservative Tory politician, who often references Margaret Thatcher.
Von Eric Bonse
