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Xi's China remains unpredictable

Our China Perspective column is written by authors from the People’s Republic who wish to remain anonymous. Today's article looks at the increasing opacity of Chinese politics and society, making China particularly unpredictable in an unpredictable world.

By Experts Table.Briefings

Nur in drei Städten der Welt waren die Lebenshaltungskosten 2022 höher als in Hongkong.

Hong Kong: Low minimum wage threatens social stability

The raised minimum wage in Hong Kong is supposed to help keep social peace in the city. The cost of living here is higher than almost anywhere else in the world. Critics complain about clientelism and fear rising numbers of people on welfare. The authorities, however, see employment as an intrinsic benefit to life, health and the spirit.

By Marcel Grzanna

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Slow recovery leaves German company disappointed

The big boom for German companies failed to materialize after the Covid reopening. Still, they want to continue to invest. They also hope their concerns will be addressed in the upcoming government consultations.

By Jörn Petring