Wang Xiaoshuai, one of China's leading directors, is, like many filmmakers in the People's Republic, fighting against increasingly narrow artistic freedom. His latest film fell victim to censorship – he presented it at the Berlinale.
By Redaktion Table
Until April, BMW reportedly imported cars containing components from sanctioned Chinese suppliers to the US – even though the car manufacturer was aware of this since January at the latest.
By Redaktion Table
Power generation from wind farms and photovoltaic systems grows strongly in China. In the first quarter of 2024, it was 25 percent higher than in the previous year. In contrast, the consumption of coal-fired power has declined.
By Christiane Kuehl
A group of German parliamentarians visiting the island republic on the occasion of the inauguration of President William Lai Ching-te has clearly criticized the anticipatory obedience of German Taiwan policy.
By David Demes
Should Donald Trump return to the White House this November, the West's trade conflicts with the People's Republic will increase, warns former EU diplomat Gunnar Wiegand. He says the EU must prevent deindustrialization caused by cheap Chinese imports.
By Amelie Richter
Hu Chunfeng tried to save what could no longer be saved. During his livestream on Bilibili, a user had asked a legitimate question: "Do you think Xi Jinping is a dictator?"
By Redaktion Table
Tesla plans to use data from Chinese Tesla drivers to train artificial intelligence for self-driving cars. To this end, the US company plans to set up its own data center in the People's Republic.
By Felix Lee
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy has brought China into play as a possible mediator in the Ukraine war. Countries with influence from Russia are needed, he said. Zelenskiy called on Beijing to join the peace talks next month.
By Michael Radunski
The human rights organization Hong Kong Watch has called on the British government to sanction six Hong Kong officials. It presented evidence that is supposed to create the legal framework.
By Marcel Grzanna
