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'There will be no unequivocal support for Putin's war'

It is Beijing's biggest annual political event: More than 2,000 delegates form the plenum of the National People's Congress (NPC), which convenes starting Saturday. It is the stage for major policy decisions and key draft laws. The prime minister's speech provides clues about the focus of China's future policies. Xuewu Gu, Chair of Political Science at the University of Bonn, explains to Christiane Kuehl why economic policy will be again at the heart of the People's Congress – despite the tense situation.

By Christiane Kuehl

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'The invasion of Ukraine overshadows the Paralympics'

It could have been Beijing's second chance after the Winter Olympics failed to deliver the desired image boost. But the Paralympics are completely overshadowed by Russia's invasion of Ukraine, says Mark Dreyer, sports journalist and book author. The day before the opening of the Beijing Olympics, the International Paralympic Committee (IPC) excluded Russia and Belarus from participating. Ning Wang spoke with Dreyer.

By Ning Wang

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Macron benefits in election campaign

France's President Emmanuel Macron had tried in vain to avoid a war in Ukraine. But that did not hurt him. Many of his opponents in the current election campaign, on the other hand, are having trouble explaining themselves.

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China's smartphones dominate the Indian market

Last year, Chinese smartphone brands dominated the Indian market more than ever. Almost all locally sold Chinese smartphones are produced in India. But the market share of domestic brands is falling dramatically. India is failing to counter Chinese products with its own smartphone industry. An industrial policy failure, but one that could mitigate political escalations.

By Frank Sieren

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Is Russia's car market soon in Chinese hands?

Chinese cars have become popular in Russia in recent years. Brands like Chery and Haval are now able to fill the gap left by the withdrawal of Western manufacturers. This is made possible by Russia's yuan reserves. Ultimately, however, Russia could end up becoming an extension of China's automotive sector.

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Ecodesign ends targeted product destruction

In the future, all products traded in the EU will have to meet comprehensive requirements for recyclability. This is the result of a leaked draft of the new Ecodesign Directive. Accordingly, companies must disclose how many end-user products they reuse or throw away per year.

By Manuel Berkel

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Accession debate inconvenient for Brussels

Ukraine is demanding "equal" EU membership on a fast-track basis. The European Parliament already wants to grant Kiev candidate status, but the Commission and the Council are putting on the brakes.

By Eric Bonse

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Energy transition: from Russian to Chinese dependence

Putin's war against Ukraine is sending shock waves through German politics. Certainties such as secure energy supply are being called into question. After all, Germany is dependent on Russian gas. Now, the energy transition is to be accelerated. But new dependencies are looming – on China.

By Nico Beckert