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The latest breaking news and stories on Germany, a country in northern Europe known as a federal republic, and the world’s fourth largest economy. Also covering Germany’s relationship with China and Europe, plus commentary and updates on Germany’s economy, politics, society and social issues.
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President Frank-Walter Steinmeier
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Chancellor Olaf Scholz
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China’s Commerce Minister Wang Wentao, left, and EU trade chief Maros Sefcovic, who held talks in Brussels as Beijing and the bloc sought to ease escalating trade tensions. Photos: AFP
China-EU relations

Exclusive | China signals openness to cut gaping EU trade gap as Brussels toughens stance

Beijing floats buying more European goods as the EU weighs new trade tools and presses for tangible progress by October.

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China-EU relations

European firms ‘becoming more reliant on China, not less’: EU chamber chief

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South Korea

Why North Korean POWs in Ukraine are making Seoul walk a diplomatic tightrope

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China-EU relations

‘World without bearings’: Lorenzi sees economic conflict and unplottable fixes

Prominent French economist warns that Europe must reach strategic pact with Beijing and enact structural reforms as global order enters volatile era.

People cool off near the Trocadero fountain in front of France’s Eiffel Tower last week during a heatwave. Jean-Herve Lorenzi, president of Le Cercle des economistes, contends that major European powers must reach a strategic agreement with China. Photo: Reuters
Belgium

At least 5 killed, many injured, in Belgium apartment block fire

The blaze broke out on the eighth floor of a residential building, with over 200 residents. Meanwhile, a fire has killed three in Germany.

Artificial intelligence

The AI industrial revolution: why US faces a historic tech reckoning from China

From EVs to robotics, China’s advancement in cutting-edge tech has seen it shake off the West’s long-standing belief in US exceptionalism.

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European Union

Putin superyacht ‘Graceful’ spotted on radar off Denmark

Danish media said the boat, not seen on radar since 2022, was accompanied by two Russian warships, the Danish navy and the German coastguard.

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The luxury superyacht Graceful, widely believed to be part of Russian President Vladimir Putin’s personal fleet. File photo: dpa
Semiconductors

Beyond GPUs: AI-driven shortages hit chip materials and components

Makers of power semiconductors, including Germany’s Infineon, US-based Texas Instruments and China’s Yangjie Technology, have raised prices.

JD.com

JD.com’s bid for Europe’s Ceconomy clears German hurdle but EU subsidy probe looms

Other member states have also put the deal under scrutiny, including an ongoing foreign investment clearance process in Austria and Spain.

China-EU relations

EU sets China October deadline for ‘tangible results’ after key trade talks

Marathon session in Brussels sees Beijing agreeing to establish a ‘joint monitoring mechanism of trade flows’ to help ease economic tensions.

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EU trade chief Maros Sefcovic speaks to the press following a meeting with Chinese Commerce Minister Wang Wentao in Brussels on Monday. Photo: EPA
E-commerce

China’s cooling, e-commerce giants see sales surge as Europe heat sizzles

Alibaba notes surge in retail and business-to-business orders, Midea reports sharp revenue rise, and Gree sales get bump in major European markets.

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On AliExpress, Alibaba’s international retail site, this month’s debut of air conditioners in Germany saw local warehouse inventory for a Midea model completely wiped out by Thursday. Photo: Shutterstock
Crime

6 die in Germany shooting at welfare centre, several wounded

The facility targeted in the northern town of Stade includes temporary accommodation for pregnant women and young mothers with children.

China trade

As China dominates solar and energy sector, fears emerge over EU’s new crackdown

Brussels’ unease over European reliance on Chinese tech sees the bloc impose bans and restrictions, as fears mount on how far it will go.

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IPO

Chinese self-driving firm Momenta eyes US$750m in Hong Kong IPO

Second ‘red-chip’ approved by Beijing for a Hong Kong listing this year aims to invest proceeds in research and development, robotaxi push.

Momenta's technology has been used cars from Mercedes-Benz, BMW, Toyota and Honda. Photo: Reuters
China-EU relations

EU confronts ‘China shock’ ahead of pivotal Brussels trade talks

There is a growing sense Europe will have to learn to ‘live with’ Beijing’s economic model, which it accuses of undercutting its industries.

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Volkswagen is reportedly considering cutting 100,000 jobs in the face of fierce competition from China. Photo: Reuters
China’s private sector

Final insurance frontier: Hong Kong sees opening in mainland China’s space boom

Like maritime trade centuries ago, the space economy is built on high-risk, high-value journeys. Hong Kong wants to be its insurance hub.

European Union

Opinion | China isn’t Europe’s real problem

Europe’s future depends less on finding new ways to constrain China than on fixing the limitations Chinese competition has exposed.

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China exports

As Europe sizzles amid extreme heat, the hunt for China’s ACs remains elusive

While Europe sweats its way through torturous temperatures of up to 40 degrees Celsius, China cannot get ACs transported over fast enough.

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People swim in the Canal Saint-Martin on Friday after public swimming was permitted in certain areas due to high temperatures amid a heatwave in Paris. Photo: Reuters
Trip Inspiration

Tomorrow’s world: museums, art spaces and tech-hubs from Shenzhen to Spain that help broaden the mind

From sci-fi museums and art spaces to smart homes and eco-excellence, these hi-tech attractions offer a glimpse of something different.

China consumption

Will K-pop give South Korean retailers an edge in China market?

Even though China’s convenience store market is crowded with Chinese rivals and foreign peers like 7-Eleven, it remains far from saturated.

Fifa World Cup 2026

Meet Katie Goodland, England captain Harry Kane’s wife and childhood sweetheart

The all-time highest goalscorer for the men’s national football team is leading his country’s challenge at the 2026 World Cup – but what do you know about his wife?

Harry Kane, captain of England’s national football team, with his wife Katie Goodland. Photo: @harrykane/Instagram
Crime

Germany Christmas market attacker, a Saudi psychiatrist, sentenced to life

Taleb Jawad al-Abdulmohsen, an anti-Islam activist interested in the far-right, killed six and wounded hundreds by driving through crowds.

Saudi Arabian defendant, psychiatrist Taleb Jawad al-Abdulmohsen, waits inside a bulletproof glass box in a courtroom in Germany before his trial for driving an SUV through a crowd at a Christmas market. Photo: AFP
China-EU relations

As I see it | Europe wants a new Plaza Accord for China – seriously?

Instead of hoping for Beijing to commit economic suicide, it would be more realistic for the EU to strike a mutually acceptable trade deal.

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China airliners

China Eastern buys 25 A330neo widebody jets as interest rises in Airbus’ wings

Multibillion-dollar deal marks first Chinese widebody win for the planemaker since 2025, following high-level visits from Paris and Berlin.

Britain

‘New normal’: European hospitals overwhelmed by heatwave

Extreme London heat led to the highest ever number of life-threatening emergency calls in a day. French hospitals were also inundated.

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An elderly woman walks down a street in Bordeaux, southwestern France, shortly before the latest heatwave. Hospitals in many parts of Europe are being inundated by heat-related admissions amid soaring temperatures. Photo: AFP
Singapore

Singapore’s Lee Kuan Yew seen as cool guy amid Europe’s deadly heatwave

In the midst of record-breaking temperatures, social media users are praising the late statesman’s foresight in embracing air conditioning.

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People cool down near water misters in Cologne, Germany, on Thursday. Photo: AFP
Electric & new energy vehicles

Banking on it: Chinese EVs expand their global footprint

With a boost in global exports offsetting domestic dips, banks forecast significant growth in overseas markets – especially western Europe.

Food and Drinks

This Chinese-German caviar company fought stereotypes to star at top restaurants

Hermes Gehnen, the half-Chinese, half-German founder of N25 Caviar, talks about the company’s rise and its new, more approachable brands.

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