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Germany
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EV tariffs and Ukraine war weigh heavily on Germany-China relations
Domestic political and economic woes, the prospect of greater geopolitical uncertainty and a trust deficit are hampering ties.
24 Nov 2024 - 8:30PM
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At G20, China’s Xi Jinping meets with leaders of Germany, France, Argentina
20 Nov 2024 - 4:27AM
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Germany
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German coalition’s collapse could trigger economic ruin beyond Europe
18 Nov 2024 - 5:41PM
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China-EU relations
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German foreign minister expected to make crucial visit to China in coming days
Both sides have ‘plenty to discuss’, says insider, amid EV deliberations in Europe and conflicts in Ukraine and Mideast.
3 Oct 2024 - 7:21PM
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China economy
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Why Germany’s economic issues run just as deep as China’s
Beijing and Berlin need to restore confidence in their economies, but political and ideological resistance to rises in public spending runs deep.
26 Sep 2024 - 4:30PM
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China-Middle East relations
At UN, China’s Wang expresses support for Lebanon after fatal Israeli strikes
Foreign minister also meets with German and Hungarian diplomats to discuss proposed EU tariffs on Chinese electric vehicle imports.
25 Sep 2024 - 2:49PM
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China-EU relations
Germany lobbies fellow EU members to vote against tariffs on Chinese EVs
Efforts by Berlin come as China’s commerce minister is in Europe amid the trade dispute.
17 Sep 2024 - 5:21PM
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Taiwan
PLA slams Germany for sailing ships through Taiwan Strait, citing security risks
Mainland Chinese military command accuses German naval ships of sending ‘erroneous signals’ as Western nations assert presence in region.
14 Sep 2024 - 6:17PM
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China-EU relations
China’s new ambassador to Germany pledges to seek common ground
Deng Hongbo marks arrival in Berlin with appeal for the two countries to show ‘mutual respect’ and ‘strengthen cooperation’.
10 Sep 2024 - 6:08PM
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China-EU relations
VW factory fears renew concerns about China exposure of German carmakers
China’s evolution into a formidable competitor is revealing cracks in Germany’s economic success, analysts said.
9 Sep 2024 - 3:04PM
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China-EU relations
German firms buck R&D trend in China, seek ecosystem partners to gain edge
German Chamber of Commerce in China survey shows an increasing number of firms are conducting research and development in China.
3 Sep 2024 - 7:00PM
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Hong Kong politics
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Resuming Hong Kong-West extradition pacts would be in everyone’s interest
Current impasse between Hong Kong and Western nations – though limited – can benefit only criminals in the long term.
6 Aug 2024 - 7:46AM
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China-EU investment deal
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China’s new ambassador to Germany faces ties tested by spying accusations
Beijing picks Deng Hongbo, a seasoned diplomat with decades of US experience, to be its top envoy to Berlin, source says.
4 Aug 2024 - 5:54PM
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Espionage
China rejects ‘groundless’ claim as Germany summons ambassador over cyberattack
Beijing says it is being smeared after it was accused of targeting a cartography agency for espionage purposes.
1 Aug 2024 - 6:43PM
China-EU relations
EU firms resist plan to screen private investment into China
The investments strengthen the German economy, secure jobs and promote prosperity, German industry group says in submission.
29 Jul 2024 - 4:44PM
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China manufacturing
Enticed German firms bring their best tech, products to be ‘in China for China’
With fewer options amid geopolitical strife and supply-chain disruptions, capitalising on China’s massive market requires a more inward-facing plan for foreign firms.
26 Jul 2024 - 9:36AM
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China-EU relations
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China wants to engage with Europe. Are Brussels and London listening?
Amid deteriorating relations with European governments, Beijing must clarify its positions and help set up an equitable power balance.
20 Jul 2024 - 7:27AM
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Germany
Germany’s digital ministry resists Huawei 5G ban as decision nears
The interior ministry has sought to strip out equipment from China’s Huawei and ZTE for national security reasons.
18 May 2024 - 12:30PM
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China-EU relations
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China-Germany collaboration better than punitive tariffs
German envoy to China says disputes over ‘overcapacity’ in new-energy products need not come at expense of cooperation with West to find global solutions
15 May 2024 - 12:30AM
Hong Kong politics
Berlin asked Chinese official to meet over spying linked to Hong Kong trade body
Trio arrested in Germany over spying allegations believed to include Thomas Reichenbach, former marketing manager at Hong Kong Trade Development Council, but body is not subject of investigation.
14 May 2024 - 4:52PM
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China economy
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What green light for Tesla says about China’s attitude to foreign investors
From the Shanghai Gigafactory to Tesla’s autonomous driving plans, China’s encouragement reflects give-and-take and a recognition of the mutual benefits of foreign investment and tech
13 May 2024 - 4:33PM
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China-EU relations
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How Europe is targeting Asia while tiptoeing around China tensions
Europe is taking great pains in its efforts to secure global influence to side with neither the US or China while pursuing ties with the rest of Asia. Economic, strategic and diplomatic interests mean Europe has a strong desire to have a say in ensuring a rules-based order in the Indo-Pacific.
13 May 2024 - 6:30AM
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China-EU relations
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Competition, Ukraine, arrests: a conversation with German ambassador to China
Lack of a level playing field is underlying issue of overcapacity, Berlin’s representative in Beijing said, in a wide-ranging interview.
13 May 2024 - 9:49AM
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Crime in Hong Kong
Hong Kong trade body ex-employee ‘under investigation’, after 3 held for spying
German authorities last month arrested suspect only named as Thomas R over spying for Beijing, with information trail suggesting man is Thomas Reichenbach.
9 May 2024 - 8:26PM
Diplomacy
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Why I’m optimistic about the future of China-Europe relations
Europeans’ sense of autonomy, the political lurch to the right and the urgent need for economic recovery are just a few factors suggesting Europe will break free from US-centric thinking.
9 May 2024 - 5:20PM
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European Union
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As a ‘third superpower’, Europe can balance US-China rivalry
Prioritising ‘strategic autonomy’ will let Europe engage with China on its own terms and avoid being held hostage to fluctuations in American leadership. Internal divisions within Europe, budget constraints and geopolitical challenges must be overcome to realise a new path forward.
3 May 2024 - 8:53PM
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Espionage
Chinese spy claims: Beijing summons German ambassador to protest after 4 held
Patricia Flor says the summons is ‘quite telling’ and Germany does not tolerate spying from any country.
26 Apr 2024 - 6:01PM
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China-EU relations
Germany arrests far-right EU lawmaker’s aide on suspicions of spying for China
German authorities accuse assistant to Maximilian Krah, the AfD’s top candidate in European elections, on suspicion of working for Chinese intelligence service.
23 Apr 2024 - 7:05PM
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16 October, 2024
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