China's President Xi Jinping is considered a big football fan. Since he took office, football has been promoted in schools. But the fame of Chinese footballers has so far failed to materialize. Meanwhile, foreign clubs like FC Bayern are profiting enormously from the enthusiasm of Chinese fans.
Von Redaktion Table
Even a state-imposed 30-day cooling-off period will not reduce the high divorce rates in China. Young people, in particular, no longer see the vow for a lifetime as necessary for financial security. Women are increasingly skeptical about the concept of family. The loss of prestige of marriage is increasingly becoming a problem for the Chinese government.
Von Ning Wang
With the 2022 Winter Olympics, Beijing wants to boost tourism and expand infrastructure. Manufacturers of winter sports equipment from the Alpine region sense the opportunity of the century. China could become one of the leading skiing nations in terms of numbers as early as next year. Beijing is hoping for a growth spurt for structurally weak areas – and the Alps for more Chinese tourists who have already learned to ski at home.
Von Frank Sieren
Joe Biden called for European-American solidarity at the Munich Security Conference. Regarding China, however, Europe does not automatically have the same interests as America. And when it comes to transatlantic relations, Europe's politicians should bear in mind: Europeans have doubts about the US's political system.
Von Antje Sirleschtov
