With around 1000 exhibitors, the "Auto Shanghai" is the largest car show in the world. German suppliers present their new electric cars in elaborate shows, with which they want to come out of the defensive. Many models have been specially designed or adapted for the Chinese market.
Von Frank Sieren
On Thursday and Friday almost 40 heads of state and government will meet at the invitation of the US president for a virtual climate summit. Xi Jinping is also expected to attend. China is a global leader in the field of green finance, i.e. green investments to restructure the economy. The problem is that in the People's Republic green bonds may also be used for "clean coal", "clean oil and gas". This is hardly compatible with climate targets. However, the authorities are striving for reform.
Von Nico Beckert
At the end of December 2020, France's head of state, Emmanuel Macron, was at the virtual table when the investment agreement between the EU and China was being finalized – he wants to wrap up the deal in early 2022, during France's presidency of the EU Council. However, according to experts, the plan could backfire. The agreement is increasingly unpopular among French MEPs – and the French presidential elections are coming up. China.Table today takes a look at relations between Paris and Beijing, and you can find more country profiles online.
Von Amelie Richter
In the world's largest growth market for EVs, German carmakers are still lagging behind despite great efforts. No German brand was among the ten best-selling models in 2020, while domestic manufacturers continued to extend their lead. This is because Chinese buyers have different purchasing priorities than Germans. Trends and market opportunities are on show at "Auto China", the world's largest car show with over 1000 exhibitors, which is taking place this week in Shanghai.
Von Frank Sieren
Auf dem weltgrößten Wachstumsmarkt für E-Autos hinken deutsche Autobauer trotz großer Anstrengungen noch immer hinterher. Kein deutsches Fabrikat befand sich 2020 unter den zehn bestverkauften Modellen, während die heimischen Hersteller ihren Vorsprung weiter ausbauten. Denn chinesische Käufer haben andere Kaufprioritäten als Deutsche. Trends und Marktchancen zeigt die „Auto China“, die mit über 1000 Ausstellern größte Automesse der Welt, die in dieser Woche in Shanghai stattfindet.
Von Frank Sieren
