Japan, China und die USA machen es vor, auch in Berlin und Brüssel wird darüber diskutiert: Um Lieferketten zu entlasten und die Produktion sicherzustellen, könnten Unternehmen Rohstoffreserven anlegen. Bislang ist dies jedoch zu teuer. Auch staatliche Vorräte könnten Teil der Strategie sein.
Von Leonie Düngefeld
The Chinese military benefits from research cooperation between Europe and China. European universities collaborate with partners in Xinjiang. Matej Šimalčík of the think tank CEIAS and his team have taken a closer look at the ties between European and Chinese research institutions and uncovered some alarming findings. German universities fare particularly poorly. The interview was conducted by Amelie Richter.
Von Amelie Richter
Von Redaktion Table
To relieve supply chains and ensure production continuity, companies could build up raw materials reserves. Japan, China, and the USA are miles ahead of Berlin and Brussels where the topic is being discussed. So far, however, this approach has been too expensive. Government stocks could also be part of the strategy.
Von Leonie Düngefeld
Disputes over Taiwan are nothing new. But the dispute over Nancy Pelosi's possible trip reveals a new, disturbing dimension. China is even considering deploying its armed forces. The US military is concerned.
Von Michael Radunski
