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China as a partner with duties

Today, the European Commission will present its new trade strategy. The reorganization is necessary because the challenges it faces have become more diverse. The guidelines are not least important about China, the EU's largest trading partner – while Beijing is a possible partner on some points, ideas are far apart on others.

By Amelie Richter

Aging population threatens China's growth

Young Chinese do not have enough children. This is a consequence of the one-child policy. Economically, the low birth rate has consequences: The working population threatens to shrink massively soon. And the state pension fund could run out of money by 2035.

By Redaktion Table

The vaccine offensive

China's pharmaceutical companies are leaving no stone unturned to prove themselves to the world as a powerful vaccine supplier in the pandemic. China.Table provides an overview of the key parameters of the four Chinese active ingredients and compares them with their Western competitors.

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EU Parliament calls for China task force

The EU Commission will present its trade strategy on Thursday. The European Parliament has already formulated clear expectations for relations with China: a separate China task force and significantly more pressure on Beijing regarding supply chains and the protection of human rights.

By Amelie Richter

Beijing distrusts generals in Myanmar

The People's Republic has to justify aircraft shipments to Myanmar and alleged assistance in setting up IT surveillance systems. The accusation: support for the military coup. Yet many foreign observers believe China would rather cooperate with the democratically elected government.

By Marcel Grzanna

'Political uncertainty is fading'

Joe Biden has been in office for just under four weeks and the outlines of his China policy are becoming visible. But what does Beijing expect from the new US President? China.Table compiles the positions of the most important players in politics, science, society, and business. The conclusion: the Chinese have no illusions that the conflict with the US will be a walk in the park. But Biden is expected to be more reasonable and cooperative with China.

By Frank Sieren