The planned EV tariffs may already have the desired effect: Volvo, owned by Geely, could invest in Belgium to avoid having to import its products from the People's Republic.
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US politicians accuse VW partners CATL and Gotion of sourcing supplies from plants where forced labor is practiced. The companies now say that the business relationships were terminated long ago.
By Redaktion Table
FAW is breaking new ground in its search for an engine system that can meet China's upcoming environmental regulations. The company works on a new engine system that uses hydrogen, gasoline, and electricity simultaneously, combining three energy sources.
By Christian Domke Seidel
Brussels plans to raise tariffs on Chinese EVs, and parts of the German industry and government are against it. But Sebastian Bock argues that they are a necessary evil.
By Amelie Richter
TikTok is not fundamentally different from other social networks – but it comes from China, which is why extra vigilance is needed, says Peter Schaar.
By Fabian Peltsch
The German Economy Minister is considering pausing the German Supply Chain Act for two years – until the stricter EU rules come into effect across Europe. The aim is to reduce bureaucracy.
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In the newly elected EU Parliament, there will once again be a China delegation. Overall, however, the expertise on China is rather lacking.
By Amelie Richter
In view of the renewed debate about the combustion engine phase-out, the organization Transport and Environment (T E) is calling for politicians to make a clear commitment to end the use of gasoline and diesel cars. China and the USA have long since made up their minds.
By Felix Lee
Even though playing and toys are now largely depoliticized, Barbie is not very popular in China. Parents in the People's Republic want their daughters to learn and not be busy with make-up tips or other nonsense – a brief cultural history.
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