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Yuan climbs the currency ranks

Compared to the US dollar and the euro, only a fraction of international trade is settled in yuan. But the Chinese currency is gaining in popularity – thanks in part to Russia.

By Redaktion Table

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Scholz seeks middle ground with Xi

Olaf Scholz had the opportunity to break the silence with Xi Jinping in Beijing. He presented Germany's interests and concerns on central issues and found clear words to do so. The vaccine manufacturer Biontech at least received a positive signal.

By Frank Sieren

Chinese Chinese Celebrities like Jackie Chan

Our “China Perspective” column is written by authors from the People’s Republic who wish to remain anonymous. Our column today tackled the Chinese-ness of many Chinese celebrities. If you cross out those who are not from the PRC, Lang Lang and Jack Ma are quite alone on the list. And then there is Jackie Chan.

By Experts Table.Briefings

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The legacy of Bridge Man

With his banners on the Sitong Bridge in Beijing, one man has triggered a small but remarkable wave of protests at international universities against the Xi dictatorship. Leaflets also appear in the German city of Goettingen. Opponents and supporters of the protests debate their relevance. But the case of Australian activist Drew Pavlou shows that such actions are indeed a thorn in Beijing's side.

By Marcel Grzanna

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No more gifts for Xi Jinping

It should be expected of the chancellor of a country that has committed itself to human rights, democracy and the rule of law to maintain a distance from those who fight these values. Instead, Olaf Scholz pays his respects to Xi Jinping directly after the coronation mass for the autocrat, criticizes Kai Mueller of the International Campaign for Tibet Germany (ICT).

By Experts Table.Briefings