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Volvo: downsizing in a healthy way

The Swedish-Chinese premium brand Volvo is downsizing its dealer network in Germany. Sales also weakened in China. The successful engine of Volvo, which has belonged to the Chinese car group Geely for 13 years, stuttered briefly but is running smoothly again.

By Frank Sieren

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Netherlands join chip sanctions

A US-led triad is forming in an effort to cut off China from important semiconductor technology. The Netherlands is now officially part of it. Technology from chip supplier ASML will require an export license in the future.

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BEIJING, CHINA - MARCH 07: Chinese Foreign Minister Qin Gang speaks at a press conference during the first session of the 14th National People s Congress NPC at the Media Center Hotel on March 7, 2023 in Beijing, China. PUBLICATIONxINxGERxSUIxAUTxHUNxONLY Copyright: xVCGx VCG111425992046

Qin Gang lashes out at US – backing for Russia

China's new foreign minister could have said a lot about the war in Ukraine regarding the peace plan. But he preferred to rant against the USA during his grand appearance at the People's Congress. Above all, however, he backed Moscow.

By Jörn Petring

Two sessions put focus on high-tech and automotive sectors

Over the weekend, the Two Sessions, China’s parliament and its consultative body, convened and discussed the new government report. While the National People’s Congress (NPC) and Chinese People’s Consultative Conference (CPPCC) do not have significant legislative powers, the composition of delegates represented at the Two Sessions still signals certain government priorities.

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