Berlin’s Economic Future Runs Through China
German Chancellor Friedrich Merz’s Beijing visit this week, where five intergovernmental agreements were signed, signals Berlin’s pragmatic bet that economic survival depends on China.
Feb 28, 2026
Germany Looks to China to Kick-Start Its Economic Recovery
How Berlin navigates this delicate balance between cooperation and competition with Beijing will shape its economic and strategic landscape for years to come.
Feb 28, 2026
Europe: To Be Or Not to Be?
Unless the continent reaches a political union, it is unlikely to become a true major geopolitical actor.
Mar 28, 2025
German Automobile Expert: Cooperation Instead of Tariffs
Europe has missed this development opportunity because we are short of a long-term vision.
Dec 2, 2024
EU Nations Forge Pragmatic Ties with China, Contrasting U.S. Stance
The pragmatic approach exhibited by leaders such as Macron, Orban, and Scholz warrants careful consideration from other regional leaders.
May 14, 2024
China-EU Strategic Partnership More Relevant Today
China’s rapid economic recovery post-COVID has prevented a European recession. Recognizing this, European leaders are increasingly visiting China to deepen economic cooperation, even as the U.S. pushes anti-China policies.
May 14, 2024
Shaping the Future Together
Chancellor Scholz’s trip to China has stabilized economic relations between the two countries.
Apr 19, 2024
Robust Recovery
China’s tourism economy turns the tables amid strong economic and political leadership.
Mar 21, 2024
A Meaningful Message
China will remain a force for stability to promote cooperation between countries, which is Foreign Minister Wang Yi’s message to Europe.
Mar 1, 2024
Why Germany Is Lagging, and Why China Will Lead the World with EVs
From 5G digital networks and solar panels, to EVs, China is now a leading source of innovation.
Feb 21, 2024
The Need for Practicality in Japan-Germany Cooperation
Tokyo would be well advised to focus on plugging deficiencies in its intergovernmental engagement with Germany, as opposed to scapegoating China and fueling threat perceptions at the relationship’s own expense.
Mar 23, 2023