China's power shortages are causing new disruptions to international supply chains. The chip supply is also affected. Some companies are still utilizing their stock. But the crisis is getting worse by the day. This also has an impact on Christmas sales.
By Nico Beckert
The China Chamber of Commerce to the EU has surveyed the sentiment among Chinese companies in Europe: They are generally optimistic about trade – but with reservations. They fear a negative impact on their business activities due to planned EU regulations and are calling for fewer restrictions on 5G expansion.
By Amelie Richter
The China labor shortage is driving companies to reassess their HR policies to improve worker retention. It is not always a question of financial incentives.
By Redaktion Table
Global institutions such as the IMF, the WTO, and the World Bank are increasingly shaped by the rivalry between China and the US. For Beijing, they are bulwarks of the West. China, therefore, wants to counteract by creating its own organizations. The Bulgarian IMF chief Kristalina Georgieva has apparently been caught in the crossfire.
By Frank Sieren
