China's exploitative work culture is claiming more and more victims. Especially in large tech companies, employees quickly reach the brink of collapse. Unpaid overtime work is commonplace. Those who don't comply are replaced. A former product manager at delivery giant Meituan tells China.Table about the pressure China's employees have to endure.
By Fabian Peltsch
Chinese researchers have announced a milestone in the development of the new 6G mobile communications standard. Commercial use is still several years away. But military applications could come sooner.
By Redaktion Table
China's Foreign Minister Wang Yi warns Russia at the Munich Security Conference against an invasion of Ukraine. Nevertheless, Minxin Pei believes that China would benefit from an invasion. Moreover, the political scientist warns that the EU should be careful about its position. Europe is at risk of getting caught between the fronts.
By Redaktion Table
The Munich Security Conference is overshadowed by the crisis between Russia and Ukraine. China's foreign minister is also warning against a new Cold War. But his warnings are not directed at Russia. Only upon being asked does Beijing point out the limits to its partner in Moscow. The Sino-Russian partnership is a rational alliance of convenience.
By Michael Radunski