Covid from China? Taboo! Swine fever from Africa? All right! In the People's Republic, the language is sometimes animalistic. President Xi, in particular, loves to use animal terms to discredit enemies. He also likes to use animal metaphors to describe his country. The mystical dragon or the strong lion are particularly popular in Beijing for describing China.
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Hungary is undisputedly China's most vocal friend in the EU. Relations go back further than with other Central European states. But now there is trouble over a planned offshoot of Fudan University in Budapest. The project could lead to an – at least temporary – break with the alliance with Beijing. Because elections are coming up in Hungary. And apparently, China is not popular in the Hungarian capital. The outcome of the German elections could also influence developments.
Von Amelie Richter
The work ethic of young Chinese is becoming a source of conflict between generations. Instead of working enthusiastically for a supposedly better future, they are more resigned than their parents. The reason: In view of the great inequality of opportunity, they no longer feel that their efforts are worthwhile. This also influences the plan to become technology leaders as quickly as possible.
Von Ning Wang
Pünktlich ab der Urlaubssaison soll mit dem EU-Impfzertifikat das Reisen einfacher werden. Für Geimpfte gibt es Erleichterungen wie Wegfall von Quarantäne oder Testpflicht – allerdings nicht für alle geimpfte Personen. Denn die chinesischen Impfstoffe Sinovac und Sinopharm werden im Zertifikat nicht anerkannt, da die EMA-Zulassung fehlt. Die EU-Staaten können aber zusätzlich individuell die chinesischen Vakzine anerkennen. Es entsteht ein Flickenteppich für Reisende.
Von Amelie Richter
Die Arbeitsmoral der jungen Chines:innen wird zum Zündstoff zwischen den Generationen. Statt mit Feuereifer für eine vermeintlich bessere Zukunft zu arbeiten, zeigen sie sich resignierter als ihre Eltern. Der Grund: Angesichts der großen Chancenungleichheit haben sie nicht mehr das Gefühl, dass sich die Anstrengungen lohnen. Das beeinflusst auch den Plan, möglichst schnell Technikführer zu werden.
Von Ning Wang
The EU vaccination certificate should make traveling easier just in time for the holiday season. For those vaccinated, there are simplifications such as the elimination of quarantine or mandatory testing – but not for everyone. This is because the Chinese vaccines Sinovac and Sinopharm are not recognized in the certificate, as the EMA approval is missing. However, EU states can additionally individually recognize the Chinese vaccines. This creates a patchwork for travelers.
Von Amelie Richter
