Russia allegedly asked China for economic and military aid for its war in Ukraine. Beijing is said to have signaled willingness to help, according to US officials. China, however, branded the reports as deliberate US disinformation. Military aid would be a massive escalation. Nevertheless, the question arises: How could Beijing provide military support to Moscow?
By Michael Radunski
While the EU Parliament is still struggling to find a majority position on the Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism (CBAM), the EU finance ministers agreed on a general approach on Tuesday. However, some elementary questions remain unresolved.
By Lukas Knigge
Isolated in Germany, in good company in Europe: The German finance minister is pushing ahead with his plans for a gasoline rebate. He is relying on the French EU presidency for support.
By Eric Bonse
The sharp rise in Covid deaths in Hong Kong has one main reason: a low vaccination rate among the elderly. This does not bode well for Mainland China. Because its vulnerable age groups also have low immunity.
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Russia's invasion of Ukraine has driven up food prices. Famine could soon loom in some regions of the world. China is also concerned about food supplies. Climate change is threatening harvests. And most recently, yields in the country have also been lower due to ozone pollution of crops.
By Ning Wang
16 EU countries want to participate in the new IPCEI in the healthcare sector. In doing so, they want to strengthen Europe's sovereignty in this area and promote their own economic position. Germany is not participating for now, while France does not want to lose any time.
By Eugenie Ankowitsch
How can malicious behavior be prevented in international trade? The EU is giving itself new tools – and they are more relevant than ever against the backdrop of the Russian invasion of Ukraine.
By Falk Steiner
Both Volkswagen and Apple supplier Foxconn were forced to halt parts of their production in China for several days. The Corona situation is tenser than it has been since the Wuhan outbreak.
By Redaktion Table
China.Table takes a look at China's newspapers and social platforms: The word "war" is virtually taboo. Reporting shifts the blame for the escalation primarily to NATO. And the Americans are also being reminded of their "blood debt".
By Julia Weibel
The new Ecodesign Directive is supposed to specify additional sustainability criteria for more products. Retailers would prefer a catalog of specific rules. Consumer advocates see this as a delaying tactic.
By Manuel Berkel
