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Beijing wants to put a price tag on the environment

China wants to put a price tag on the environment. The idea behind it: If nature has a financial value, it is more likely to be protected. This not only has consequences for companies able to gain points for their environmental score, similar to the social credit system. But for the careers of Chinese officials, the preservation of "ecological goods" could also soon become just as important as economic growth – one of their responsibilities.

By Nico Beckert

Andreas Schwab (CDU) ist binnenmarktpolitischer Sprecher der EVP-Fraktion und Berichterstatter des Europaparlaments zum Digital Markets Act.
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Andreas Schwab: 'It will be much easier to intervene'

The European Parliament's rapporteur on the Digital Markets Act wants to prevent big digital companies from simply buying smaller competitors. To achieve this, the EU Commission and national competition authorities should cooperate closely and the digital markets should be more narrowly defined, Schwab demands in an interview with Till Hoppe.

By Till Hoppe

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"China and the Taliban have a pragmatic relationship with each other".

Will China fill the gap left by the US in the Hindu Kush? Not militarily, says journalist and former Afghanistan correspondent Cem Sey in an interview with China.Table. But Beijing's pragmatic approach to the Taliban could bring economic opportunities to China, even if Afghanistan's resource wealth is more of a myth. Felix Lee spoke with Sey.

By Felix Lee

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Kamala Harris: the US is a power in the Indo-Pacific

US Vice President Kamala Harris is visiting Singapore and Vietnam to promote her government's credibility in Southeast Asia following criticism of the withdrawal from Afghanistan. Her advances are apparently taking root, as the People's Republic of China has lost a lot of trust with its uncompromising behavior in the South China Sea.

By Marcel Grzanna

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Magnets: Commission wants less dependence on China

Permanent magnets made of rare earths are important components in electric motors and wind turbines. As the Green Deal is implemented, demand is growing – but 98 percent of production is located in China. That is set to change.

By Timo Landenberger

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Tech gadgets on the rise

Up to now, particularly low-priced electrical goods from China were something of a niche, limited to a small scene of tech enthusiasts who exchanged opinions in special forums. But new trade structures are considerably expanding buyer circles – and the goods on offer are also getting better and better.

By Felix Lee

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What China's new data protection law means for the EU

For a year, the People's Republic has been working on a data protection law, and now, it has been officially adopted. The PIPL is similar to the EU's General Data Protection Regulation – in practice, it will make it even more difficult for European companies to do business in China.

By Falk Steiner

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ETS for buildings: the sleeping giant

The building sector has a lot of potential for reducing carbon emissions. However, the EU Commission's proposal to introduce emissions trading for this sector as well caused an outcry throughout Europe. Although the ETS is only to become part of a policy mix, skepticism remains.

By Timo Landenberger

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Taiwan's uncertain future

With the US's withdrawal from Afghanistan, the future of Taiwan has suddenly become the focus of strategists. Is Washington abandoning its next ally in Taipei? Does Beijing see a historic opportunity to attack Taiwan? Three scenarios seem possible.

By Redaktion Table

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The race for the 1000 km mark

Work on the electric car battery of the future with a range of over 1000 kilometers is in full swing. In China, market leader CATL in particular is working on several options for further increasing not only range, but also safety and energy density - ideally with less space requirements and at low cost. The charging speed also plays an important role.

By Christiane Kuehl