Chancellor Scholz and China's Premier Li appear particularly harmonious at the German-Chinese government consultations. Personal exchange and the joint fight against climate change are to become more important. Problems fall by the wayside, critical inquiries are even prohibited.
By Michael Radunski
The government consultations are becoming less harmonious than under Merkel, but establishing contacts again is all the more important. Meanwhile, Olaf Scholz is being inundated with demands from interest groups. The industry wants to improve business in China, while geostrategists long for an end to geopolitical vulnerability.
By Redaktion Table
As part of his China trip, US Secretary of State Blinken also met with Chinese President and Party Leader Xi Jinping. While Xi appeared conciliatory, China's top diplomat Wang Yi remained uncompromising. Beijing intends to continue blocking all military-level contacts. Nevertheless, despite significant differences and various harsh accusations, the trip sends a constructive signal.
By Michael Radunski
