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Cybersecurity is part of China's 'tech war' arsenal

On 31st of March 2023, the Cybersecurity Review Office under the Cyberspace Administration of China (CAC) launched a cybersecurity investigation into the local sales of US memory chip company Micron. The official reason was concerns about supply chain security of critical information infrastructure. This is the first case of cybersecurity investigation into the products and services of a foreign company. In the context of the US-China tech war, this case might represent an example of how regulatory tools can be used for political objectives.​

By Experts Table.Briefings

China and the climate: cooperation with limits

Nothing will be achieved in global climate action without China. The country is essential for reducing global emissions, procuring materials crucial for the energy transition and lowering the costs of clean technology. However, in some areas, the West is now more dependent on China than vice versa. And it lags behind in the race for geopolitical influence.

By Alexandra Endres

Europe cannot hide away on the geopolitical stage

The second part of the event "China Strategy 2023" focused on China as a rival. The foreign policy discussion revolved around old war horses, the cacophony between von der Leyen and Macron, and urgently necessary China expertise.

By Michael Radunski