Donald Trump's new trade representative played a key role in shaping the first wave of punitive tariffs against China. For him, economic competition with Beijing is a central component of a geopolitical power struggle.
By Jörn Petring
The Saudi climate envoy Adel al-Jubeir can look back on a long career in the diplomatic service. The always polite and patient diplomat has the task of adopting the most effective possible blockade stance in climate negotiations through diplomatic channels.
By Redaktion Table
South Korea's national crisis has unexpectedly put Lee Jae-myung in the fast lane. The left-wing populist, whose political future appeared questionable due to a suspended sentence, is now considered the most promising presidential candidate. Beijing should be pleased with this development.
By Redaktion Table
As Managing Director of Helsing Germany GmbH, long-time Airbus manager Wolfgang Gammel is responsible for the company's activities in Germany.
By Nana Brink
Daniel Křetínský could soon own half of ThyssenKrupp Steel. However, the investor is just as controversial in Duisburg as he is in London, Prague, and Kyiv.
By Alex Veit
The savings banks have been with him since his youth, and now Jiří Zapletal wants to show that these credit institutions fit in well with the plans of the new EU Commission. He has access to a large network in Brussels and Berlin.
By Silke Wettach
As a speaker in the European Parliament, political neutrality was one of Jaume Duch's most important qualities. As Catalan Foreign Minister, he now has to position himself politically at a time of important change without losing his usual focus: Europe.
By Redaktion Table
"America First" was not always the top priority for the potential next US ambassador to China. As a businessman, David Perdue had relocated several jobs from the United States to Asia. Since working for Trump, his attitude has changed massively, and he rarely talks about his past.
By Redaktion Table
Relief is high in Brussels as the Charles Michel era ends. With António Costa as the new EU Council President, things can only improve. The Portuguese promises a new style and more cooperation - but things could remain complicated regarding China.
By Redaktion Table
Poland will elect a new president next year. The opposition party PiS wants to win this extremely important election for the country with historian Karol Nawrocki. The Trump supporter has no experience in politics, but his worldview coincides with the views of Kaczyński and Co.
By Maximilian Stascheit
