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Transsion: Africa’s smartphone king from Shenzhen

Is the Chinese market indispensable? The company Transsion from Shenzhen proves otherwise. It has consciously chosen not to sell its smartphones in its home country and is now achieving significant success in the global south.

By Jörn Petring

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Office raids: Why Nuctech sues the EU Commission

In April, the EU Commission had the offices of the Chinese company Nuctech searched. The security company has now taken the matter to court and denies that there is any evidence for the accusations that it received illegal state subsidies.

By Amelie Richter

Chang'e-6: How the rock samples return to Earth

The Chang'e-6 probe began its return journey on Tuesday morning. China is close to becoming the first country to collect samples from the dark side of the moon. Scientists hope that this will provide answers to questions about the origins of the solar system.

By Redaktion Table

Overcapacity: Which industries are at risk

The controversy over China's overcapacity continues to gather pace – including mutual threats of punitive tariffs. In part, this is deliberately driven by Beijing's industrial policy. However, they are also a consequence of weak domestic demand.

By Christiane Kuehl