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Michael Radunski

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Europe cannot hide away on the geopolitical stage

The second part of the event "China Strategy 2023" focused on China as a rival. The foreign policy discussion revolved around old war horses, the cacophony between von der Leyen and Macron, and urgently necessary China expertise.

Von Michael Radunski

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„If you are not at the table, you are on the menu”

Im ersten Teil der Veranstaltung „China-Strategie 2023“ geht es um China als Wettbewerber. Die geladenen Unternehmer wissen um die Probleme mit China. Viele sehen die Lösung im eigenen Betrieb.

Von Michael Radunski

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'If you are not at the table, you are on the menu'

The first part of the event "China Strategy 2023" dealt with China as a competitor. The invited entrepreneurs are aware of the problems with China. Many see the solution within the companies themselves.

Von Michael Radunski

epa09492558 A WZ-8 unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) is showcased during the 13th China International Aviation and Aerospace Exhibition in Zhuhai, Guangdong province, China, 28 September 2021. The event, also known as Airshow China, runs from 28 September through 03 October 2021. According to military commentator Song Zhongping's statement to the media, the exhibition presents sophisticated surveillance drones and jets able to jam electronic equipment with a focus on disputed territories from Taiwan to the South China Sea. Airshow China has become one of the top five air shows in the world.  EPA-EFE/ALEX PLAVEVSKI
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Rüstungswettlauf – aus Angst vor China

Weltweit steigen die Militärausgaben auf Rekordniveau. Die Gründe sind der Ukraine-Krieg und Spannungen in Asien. Dort baut Xi Jinping die Volksbefreiungsarmee um. In den Ländern der Region wächst die Angst vor China.

Von Michael Radunski

epa09492558 A WZ-8 unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) is showcased during the 13th China International Aviation and Aerospace Exhibition in Zhuhai, Guangdong province, China, 28 September 2021. The event, also known as Airshow China, runs from 28 September through 03 October 2021. According to military commentator Song Zhongping's statement to the media, the exhibition presents sophisticated surveillance drones and jets able to jam electronic equipment with a focus on disputed territories from Taiwan to the South China Sea. Airshow China has become one of the top five air shows in the world.  EPA-EFE/ALEX PLAVEVSKI
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Arms race – for fear of China

Military spending continues to rise to record levels around the globe. The reasons are the Ukraine war and tensions in Asia. There, Xi Jinping is rebuilding the People's Liberation Army. A fear of China is growing in the region.

Von Michael Radunski

Analyse

Rüstungswettlauf – aus Angst vor China

Weltweit steigen die Militärausgaben auf Rekordniveau. Die Gründe sind der Ukraine-Krieg und Spannungen in Asien. Dort baut Xi Jinping die Volksbefreiungsarmee um. In den Ländern der Region wächst die Angst vor China.

Von Michael Radunski

210611 -- LAGOS, June 11, 2021 -- Photo taken on June 10, 2021 shows an exterior view of the Mobolaji Johnson Railway Station of the Lagos-Ibadan railway in Lagos, Nigeria. Nigeria on Thursday officially started the full commercial operation of a China-assisted railway linking the southwestern cities of Lagos and Ibadan, to ease public transportation and fuel goods movement in the west African country. TO GO WITH Roundup: Nigeria flags off full commercial operation of China-assisted railway Photo by /Xinhua NIGERIA-LAGOS-CHINA-ASSISTED RAILWAY-COMMERCIAL OPERATION EmmaxHouston PUBLICATIONxNOTxINxCHN
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Debt trap in Africa: lack of alternatives

This time, the IfW's Global China Conversations focus on China's activities in Africa. In the West, the People's Republic's huge loans are seen very critically. One problem: There is a lack of alternatives from the West.

Von Michael Radunski

210611 -- LAGOS, June 11, 2021 -- Photo taken on June 10, 2021 shows an exterior view of the Mobolaji Johnson Railway Station of the Lagos-Ibadan railway in Lagos, Nigeria. Nigeria on Thursday officially started the full commercial operation of a China-assisted railway linking the southwestern cities of Lagos and Ibadan, to ease public transportation and fuel goods movement in the west African country. TO GO WITH Roundup: Nigeria flags off full commercial operation of China-assisted railway Photo by /Xinhua NIGERIA-LAGOS-CHINA-ASSISTED RAILWAY-COMMERCIAL OPERATION EmmaxHouston PUBLICATIONxNOTxINxCHN
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Schuldenfalle in Afrika: Es fehlen Alternativen

Bei den Global China Conversations des IfW geht es dieses Mal um Chinas Engagement in Afrika. Im Westen blickt man sehr kritisch auf die riesigen Kredite der Volksrepublik. Ein Problem: Es mangelt an westlichen Alternativen.

Von Michael Radunski