Next week, the virtual 17+1 summit between China and 17 Central and Eastern European countries will take place. Beijing must polish its image in the region. After all, disillusionment with cooperation with China is increasing due to unfulfilled promises in the course of the New Silk Road.
Von Amelie Richter
The National Security Law for Hong Kong is unprecedented in its global reach. Lawyers speak of a "seed of fear" that is sowed abroad. Among those targeted is former Danish Culture Minister Uffe Elbaek, who helped a democracy activist flee Hong Kong.
Von Marcel Grzanna
The number of flying hours of Chinese drones increased by more than 30 percent in the past year. They are increasingly used in agriculture, environmental protection and parcel delivery. However, unclear legislation is still holding back development. Demand for combat drones made in China is also growing, especially in non-democratic states.
Von Frank Sieren
Die Geschichte lehrt: Stark wachsende Länder werden zur Bedrohung für das Establishment, es wächst die Kriegsgefahr. Chinas ökonomische und geostrategische Interessen bedrohen heute insbesondere die USA. Europa muss seine Rolle als Vermittler finden.
Von Nico Beckert
The New Silk Road leads to new debts for developing and emerging countries. But there is no Chinese master plan behind it. China is also taking high financial and reputational risks.
Von Nico Beckert
Die Neue Seidenstraße führt zu neuen Schulden für Entwicklungs- und Schwellenländer. Doch dahinter steckt kein chinesischer Masterplan. Auch China geht hohe finanzielle und Reputationsrisiken ein. Eine Buchbesprechung.
Von Nico Beckert
