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China's economy, the world's second-largest, is a socialist market economy that has made great strides over the past decades. However, it is currently struggling with deflation in its consumer sector and sluggish growth.

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A group of men standing outside the entrance to this year's Summer Davos meeting in Dalian, China

A group of men standing outside the entrance to this year's Summer Davos meeting in Dalian, China

WEF in China: Global economy in a slump

With the Chinese economy hitting roadblocks, politicians and economists are meeting in China for Summer Davos.

China | Besuch Wirtschaftsminister Habeck in Peking

China | Besuch Wirtschaftsminister Habeck in Peking

Germany's Habeck navigates delicate China mission

Trade tensions between the EU and Beijing overshadow the German vice-chancellor's first trip to China and South Korea.

Two cars in a harbor in front of a container ship

Two cars in a harbor in front of a container ship

EU tariffs add to pressure on China's EV makers

China’s EV manufacturers already face poor sales in Europe, and EU tariffs of up to 38% on electric vehicles won't help.

A Chinese yuan bill is seen on the map of South America

A Chinese yuan bill is seen on the map of South America

Latin American anger grows over China's economic clout

Amid China's growing influence, Beijing has strong-armed countries such as Guatemala and outraged retailers in Brazil.

Indian PM Narendra Modi at an election campaign rally

Indian PM Narendra Modi at an election campaign rally

India election: Can Modi carry out tough economic reforms?

A reduced parliamentary majority is likely to make it potentially difficult for Modi to push through major reforms.

Electric cars for export waiting to be loaded onto a freighter at China's Yantai port

Electric cars for export waiting to be loaded onto a freighter at China's Yantai port

EU-China EV tariffs: German carmakers fear backlash

The EU could soon follow the US and impose duties on Chinese electric cars. German car CEOs fear reprisals from Beijing.

Putin and Xi sitting in red chairs at a concert

Putin and Xi sitting in red chairs at a concert

Decoding China: The limits to Xi's influence on Putin

Chinese President Xi's ability to influence Putin's actions in Ukraine is more limited than some may think.

A pair of buildings being developed by Country Garden in Beijing, as workers in blue hard hats drive by

A pair of buildings being developed by Country Garden in Beijing, as workers in blue hard hats drive by

Country Garden faces liquidation in China property crisis

A Hong Kong court is due to make a decision on a creditor's request to wind up China's largest property developer.

President of the United States Joe Biden is speaking about proposing tariffs on Chinese steel in his remarks at the United Steelworkers Headquarters in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, United States, on April 17, 2024

President of the United States Joe Biden is speaking about proposing tariffs on Chinese steel in his remarks at the United Steelworkers Headquarters in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, United States, on April 17, 2024

US-China trade war: Why Joe Biden has raised the stakes

The US president has quadrupled tariffs on Chinese EVs and raised levies on green technologies. Here's why.

This photo taken on Dec. 4, 2023 shows a view of the empty Gwadar port

This photo taken on Dec. 4, 2023 shows a view of the empty Gwadar port

Pakistan's Gwadar port shows China's Belt and Road can fail

Pakistan's Gwadar port is sitting empty. What does this tell us about China's Belt and Road Initiative investments?

Chinese President Xi Jinping shakes hands with French President Emmanuel Macron in front of guards at Elysee Palace, Paris, France

Chinese President Xi Jinping shakes hands with French President Emmanuel Macron in front of guards at Elysee Palace, Paris, France

Macron and Xi discuss Russia, Ukraine and trade

Chinese President Xi Jinping is visiting Europe for the first time in five years, starting off with talks in Paris.

The e-Ten 710 CPU chip is pictured at the 2021 Cloud Computing Conference in Hangzhou, East China's Zhejiang Province, Oct. 20, 2021

The e-Ten 710 CPU chip is pictured at the 2021 Cloud Computing Conference in Hangzhou, East China's Zhejiang Province, Oct. 20, 2021

Decoding China: Competing for control over digital future

At this year's Hannover Messe, it's clear that major industrial innovations are no longer possible without China.

Chinese biotechnology worker carries out vaccine sample test

Chinese biotechnology worker carries out vaccine sample test

EU launches probe into Chinese medical procurement

Brussels will examine if Beijing favors local suppliers under the "Buy China" policy to the disadvantage of EU firms.

European Council President Charles Michel speaks to journalists

European Council President Charles Michel speaks to journalists

Faced with China and US, EU warned to find competitive edge

The EU received a stark warning about economic competitiveness, but carving out a way forward will be difficult.

An electronics factory in Fuyang, China

An electronics factory in Fuyang, China

China: Economy outperforms first quarter forecasts

Manufacturing and infrastructure helped China's economy surpass expectations for the first three months of the year.

German Chancellor Olaf Scholz visits a Chinese research project

German Chancellor Olaf Scholz visits a Chinese research project

Germany-China talks: Chancellor Olaf Scholz's juggling act

The German chancellor will need to balance economic interests against political issues during his talks with Xi Jinping.

A view of gold bars and yuan symbol

A view of gold bars and yuan symbol

What's behind China's gold-buying spree?

For more than a year, China has been buying large amounts of the precious metal, helping the price to an all-time high.

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How Xi Jinping’s authoritarianism is killing China’s economy

China's economy is beset by problems. Is rising authoritarianism under Xi Jinping the biggest of all?

Chinese President Xi Jinping in the Great Hall of the People in Beijing

Chinese President Xi Jinping in the Great Hall of the People in Beijing

China's Xi Jinping meets with US executives

Chinese authorities are seeking to spur growth in the world's second-largest economy.

The aerial photo taken on January 4, 2024 shows shipping containers stacked at Nanjing port in China's eastern Jiangsu province.

The aerial photo taken on January 4, 2024 shows shipping containers stacked at Nanjing port in China's eastern Jiangsu province.

China: Exports rise unexpectedly in first two months of 2024

China's exports have increased by over 7%, beating economic forecasts. The trade surplus reached $125 billion.

A worker in China checks stacks of coolant radiators

A worker in China checks stacks of coolant radiators

China commits to 5% growth target despite shaky economy

China's premier has told lawmakers Beijing will aim to keep growth at around 5%. Many analysts warn this is ambitious.

DW REV Sendungslogo Composite

DW REV Sendungslogo Composite

REV – The Auto & Mobility Show

Geneva’s Motor Show, NIO’s EL6, India’s e-rickshaws, and Pakistan’s Bedford buses

China's President Xi Jinping (center) and other Chinese leaders at the Great Hall of the People in Beijing

China's President Xi Jinping (center) and other Chinese leaders at the Great Hall of the People in Beijing

Could China miss its GDP growth target in 2024?

President Xi Jinping may have to sail against the winds to meet Beijing's official economic growth targets for the year.

China's Premier Li Qiang speaks during the China International Import Expo opening session in Shanghai last year

China's Premier Li Qiang speaks during the China International Import Expo opening session in Shanghai last year

China's NPC to hear Li Qiang's plan for economic recovery

Chinese Prime Minister Li Qiang, known for his optimism, is bound to face awkward questions as China's lawmakers meet.

DW Sendung REV.olution | EX BYD

DW Sendung REV.olution | EX BYD

How BYD killed Tesla, and can it stay on top?

How BYD went from being ridiculed by Elon Musk to outselling Tesla in electric vehicles worldwide.

A close-up of an orange Temu plastic package

A close-up of an orange Temu plastic package

Temu: Chinese ultra-cheap online shopping model losing steam

Temu has taken much of the world by storm. But shipping packages directly from China to buyers is a growing challenge.

DW Sendung Made in Germany

DW Sendung Made in Germany

German solar on the brink

German solar panel manufacturers fear for their economic survival due to flood of Chinese goods.

A large number of tourists visit the traditional style Shibati area in Chongqing, China

A large number of tourists visit the traditional style Shibati area in Chongqing, China

Chinese economic slowdown overshadows Lunar New Year

The Chinese economy is struggling, leaving ordinary Chinese people in a difficult position.

An aerial photo shows a residential complex of Evergrande in Nanjing in eastern China

An aerial photo shows a residential complex of Evergrande in Nanjing in eastern China

China: What next for Evergrande after liquidation order

A Hong Kong court has ordered the liquidation of Evergrande, a move likely to send ripples through the Chinese economy.

The headquarters of property developer China Evergrande Group in Shenzhen, Guangdong, China on September 29, 2021

The headquarters of property developer China Evergrande Group in Shenzhen, Guangdong, China on September 29, 2021

China Evergrande: How would liquidation affect the economy?

A Hong Kong court has issued a winding-up order on one of China's largest real estate developers.

The headquarters of property developer China Evergrande Group in Shenzhen, Guangdong Province on Sept. 29, 2021.

The headquarters of property developer China Evergrande Group in Shenzhen, Guangdong Province on Sept. 29, 2021.

China's real estate giant Evergrande ordered to liquidate

A Hong Kong court ordered the liquidation after the company failed to reach a restructuring deal with creditors.

A woman makes money in Fuyang City, Anhui Province, China.

A woman makes money in Fuyang City, Anhui Province, China.

China: Population drops for 2nd straight year

Plunging birth rates and COVID-related deaths have led to a population decline of over 2 million.

China | Immobilien | Huai 'an City

China | Immobilien | Huai 'an City

How China's economic slowdown is rippling across Asia

China’s economic troubles has stoked fears of global contagion: Nowhere is that concern more pronounced than in Asia.

Chinese President Xi Jinping delivers an important speech to the Communist Psrty of China on December 29, 2023

Chinese President Xi Jinping delivers an important speech to the Communist Psrty of China on December 29, 2023

China-Taiwan 'reunification' is inevitable, says Xi

"The motherland will surely be reunified," Xi Jinping said in his New Year's speech amid tensions with Taiwan.

Chinese tourists pose for a photo at Dresden's Kronentor in eastern Germany

Chinese tourists pose for a photo at Dresden's Kronentor in eastern Germany

Chinese tourists return with an eye on budget, safety

With incomes squeezed by China's weak economy, international travelers are cutting back on luxury goods and hotels.

A Chinese flag in front of the Evergrand Group headquarters in Shenzhen, Guangdong Province

A Chinese flag in front of the Evergrand Group headquarters in Shenzhen, Guangdong Province

China's property crisis: Evergrande's woes threaten recovery

The country's second-largest property developer is close to bankruptcy, leaving property investors nursing heavy losses.

Evergrande shares suspended in Hong Kong

The embattled property giant China Evergrande had only just resumed trading a month ago after a 17-month hiatus.

A truck drives past containers at the Yangshan Deep Water Port in Shanghai

A truck drives past containers at the Yangshan Deep Water Port in Shanghai

EU tells China spy and sanction laws could spook investors

The EU's trade chief tells China that its security laws and politicized business environment risk alienating investors.

A man holding up a mobile phone with the Temu app showing on the screen

A man holding up a mobile phone with the Temu app showing on the screen

Is China's Temu a data security threat for shoppers?

Shopping app Temu plays down its Chinese origins to avoid the scrutiny around other Chinese apps like TikTok and Shein.

US and Chinese commerce ministry delegations in Beijing

US and Chinese commerce ministry delegations in Beijing

US wants 'stable' ties with China, commerce secretary says

US Commerce Secretary Gina Raimondo is in Beijing for talks with Chinese counterpart Wang Wentao.

Headquarters of Evergrande in Shenzhen

Headquarters of Evergrande in Shenzhen

China's Evergrande shares plummet by more than 80%

Shares in Chinese real-estate company Evergrandehave plunged after it resumed trading after a 17-month suspension.

China Zhengzhou Youth Unemployment Students look for employment opportunities at a job fair in Zhengzhou University in Zhengzhou in central China

China Zhengzhou Youth Unemployment Students look for employment opportunities at a job fair in Zhengzhou University in Zhengzhou in central China

Why is China hiding its youth unemployment rate?

The lack of a data release for July comes as China's youth jobless rate surged to a record high in June.

China: Evergrande files for bankruptcy protection in US

The real estate giant Evergrande Group filed for bankruptcy in order to safeguard its assets within the US.

Construction workers at a site being built by Country Garden, China's largest real estate developer, in Beijing, China, on August 15, 2023

Construction workers at a site being built by Country Garden, China's largest real estate developer, in Beijing, China, on August 15, 2023

China: Next real estate giant on the ropes

If China's largest developer, Country Garden, goes under, the country's post-COVID economic recovery could evaporate.

Young job seekers talking to employers about work opportunities at a job fair in Shanghai

Young job seekers talking to employers about work opportunities at a job fair in Shanghai

China stops publishing youth unemployment data amid slump

One month after posting record youth unemployment figures, China has stopped breaking the data down by age.

Clothing store offering a sale in Nantong

Clothing store offering a sale in Nantong

China: Will more domestic consumption bolster the economy?

China's government wants to boost its slumping economy by raising domestic consumption, but experts are not convinced.

A shopkeeper is showing a China-made product to a customer in Karachi, Pakistan

A shopkeeper is showing a China-made product to a customer in Karachi, Pakistan

Chinese goods flood Karachi's markets

Pakistani products are finding it hard to compete with "Made in China" goods on cost and quality.

A person hold Chinese Yuan with a China flag in the background

A person hold Chinese Yuan with a China flag in the background

China slips into deflation as post-COVID recovery stalls

Chinese authorities are rolling out policy measures as consumer prices plunged by 0.3% year-on-year in July.

A Chinese Yuan on a map

A Chinese Yuan on a map

China exports take deepest plunge since 2020

Chinese exports in July have fallen by the highest percentage seen since the beginning of the COVID pandemic.

Employees work on the production line at Changhe Suzuki Automobile in Jiujiang, China.

Employees work on the production line at Changhe Suzuki Automobile in Jiujiang, China.

Electric cars: Chinese carmakers outpace German giants

German carmakers are under pressure. The previously lucrative Chinese market is proving increasingly difficult.