Some of the tech group Meituan's food delivery staff will receive social benefits. Competitor JD advertises on social media with insurance for employees. Courier service companies in China have repeatedly come under criticism due to allegations of exploitative working conditions.
By Ning Wang
How should Germany position itself in the rivalry between the United States and China? Which political factions would be best suited to shape relations with the People's Republic? Michael Schumann from China-Brücke and political scientist Andreas Fulda represent two sides of the China debate in Germany. Here, they share their perspectives.
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Our China Perspective column is written by authors from the People's Republic. Its population is not particularly interested in the German elections. However, the positions of election front-runner Merz on migration and German corporate risks in China have caused an uproar. Chinese people in Germany have little regard for Alice Weidel and her AfD, who receive partial praise in China's state media.
By Experts Table.Briefings
China is planning a gradual opening: Strategic sectors such as telecommunications, biotechnology and medical services are to become accessible to foreign investors.
By Emily Kossak
Clean energy is becoming an important pillar of the Chinese economy. Three "new" industries are primarily responsible for this.
By Emily Kossak
The Chinese professional soccer club Shandong Taishan has withdrawn from the Asian Champions League in the current competition. By dropping out of the final group game, the club is continuing the inglorious history of Chinese soccer.
By Marcel Grzanna
China is stepping up the protection of its rare earths. To this end, it is calling for proposals to control mining, processing and exports.
By Emily Kossak
The Federal Police has cooperated with several Chinese security authorities in recent years. It has also exchanged information with authorities suspected of being partly responsible for human rights violations in the People's Republic.
By Emily Kossak