US-China Trade War Escalation

China retaliates with tariffs on US goods after US imposes 10% tariff on all Chinese goods; tensions rise between the world's two biggest economies, risking a trade war.

German Chancellor Olaf Scholz's Visit to China

German Chancellor Olaf Scholz visits China to discuss economic tensions and differences over Russia's invasion of Ukraine. German companies face challenges in the Chinese market due to Beijing's support for Russia. Despite frictions, China remains Germany's top trading partner.