Hong Kong security law: First activists released.
After over four years in prison, four of the forty-seven democracy activists on trial in Hong Kong have been released. But the shadow of the National Security Law lingers.
By Fabian Peltsch
After over four years in prison, four of the forty-seven democracy activists on trial in Hong Kong have been released. But the shadow of the National Security Law lingers.
By Fabian Peltsch
The port of Guangzhou, South China's largest shipping hub, opened a direct route to the Peruvian mega port of Chancay on Tuesday.
By Katrin Klein
Demand for fully electric luxury cars is declining in China. Porsche also feels the effects. Profits fell by 42 percent in the first quarter.
By Emily Kossak
Following a court ruling, the European Commission has reviewed and re-approved German state aid for the airline Condor. The criterion of sufficient profit sharing for Germany is now met.
By Marion Bergermann
The EU Court of Auditors sees significant shortcomings in the Chips Act, which is intended to strengthen chip production in the EU. They recommend short-term corrective measures and a new strategy.
By Corinna Visser
During his visit to Bulgaria, EU Council President António Costa visited an arms factory and discussed arms production with the country's leaders. President Radev signaled the willingness of Bulgarian companies to "participate in joint European projects."
By Frank Stier
On Monday, a power cut led to broken-down trains, a collapsed mobile phone network and traffic chaos on the Iberian Peninsula. The cause is not yet clear, but could have something to do with a weather phenomenon.
By Marion Bergermann
China has approved the construction of ten new nuclear reactors and is maintaining its rapid expansion course. The People's Republic can build nuclear power plants more cheaply than Western countries. But even in China, there are frequent delays.
By Nico Beckert
European aviation has almost fully recovered from the pandemic by 2024 – with serious consequences for the climate. A new study shows that a large proportion of aviation emissions remain unpriced.
By Lukas Knigge
China has increased its military spending again in 2024. Last year, global military expenditure grew more than ever since the end of the Cold War. The region could drift into a dangerous arms spiral.
By Emily Kossak