China’s shopping spree in other countries seems to be history for the time being. Although Chinese investments continued to rise overall in 2021, albeit by a meager three percent, the small increase was mainly due to the construction of own factories. Spending on corporate acquisitions fell to its lowest level in 14 years, according to […]
The EU Commission plans to present its long-awaited proposal for an import ban on products from forced labor in the fall. A representative of the EU Directorate-General for Trade told the European Parliament’s Trade Committee on Monday that a proposal for a separate law was expected to be presented in September. The EU Commission is […]
The EU Commission plans to present its long-awaited proposal for an import ban on products from forced labor in the fall. A representative of the EU Directorate-General for Trade told the European Parliament’s Trade Committee on Monday that a proposal for a separate law was expected to be presented in September. The EU Commission is […]
In Beijing, the unrest is growing. Also on Monday, the number of new Corona infections continues to rise, mass tests are carried out in the eastern district of Chaoyang, first apartment blocks are sealed off. There are hoarding purchases and empty shelves in supermarkets. People fear a lockdown like in Shanghai. In our news, you […]
China ratified two International Labor Organization (ILO) conventions against forced labor last week. The decision came as a surprise – but in the EU’s view is not enough to revive the investment agreement between the European Union and China (CAI).From the Directorate General for Trade (DG Trade) comes a clear rejection: At this point in […]
The European Union and the United States have criticized China for allegedly spreading “disinformation” about Russia’s invasion of Ukraine and warned that quiet support for Moscow would not be without consequences. “[Chinese] state media has parroted the Kremlin’s lies, and conspiracy theories, including absurd claims that Ukraine and NATO and the EU pose a security […]
China’s media censors have a very short fuse. Undesirable posts and comments on social media often disappear within minutes. Unwelcome narratives are either absent or only appear on the sidelines in Chinese news reporting. The most recent example was the Russian invasion of Ukraine.In an interview with China.Table, sinologist Mareike Ohlberg explains how well-educated Chinese […]
Helen Huang will be the new CEO China at British financial services provider Fidelity International. Huang was previously CEO at Hwabao WP Fund Management.Johannes Nippgen joined Ionova Life Science in Guangzhou-Foshan as Chief Medical Officer in early March. Nippgne previously held the same position at Alphamab Oncology. Imann Knieps-Chen has been the new Area Manager […]
“I hoped that after two years of Corona we would now find calmer waters,” admits Ulrich Ackermann. It turned out differently. His foreign trade department at the German Engineering Federation (VDMA) is particularly busy at the moment. Currently, the main issues are the sanctions against Russia and their implications, including for trade with China. Ackermann […]
China ratified two International Labor Organization (ILO) conventions against forced labor last week (China.Table reported). The decision came as a surprise, as negotiations with the People’s Republic on concessions in this regard have been going on for decades. After all, these are two longstanding ILO conventions:The ILO is part of the United Nations (UN). It […]