Torsten Weller

What does ‘Common Prosperity’ actually mean?

Although a Maoist term, Xi Jinping’s ‘common prosperity’ has little in common with radical egalitarianism. The concrete policy proposals that…

3 years ago

The CCP at 100: Four trends that will define the next decade

Improved state capacity, deeper commercial and financial links with the outside world, and online activism will have an important impact…

3 years ago

China’s Q2 GDP data shows steady growth

China’s post-Covid recovery remains strong, although some signs point to increasing downward pressure in the second half of the year…

3 years ago

Why China supports the new Global Minimum Corporate Tax

China supports the G7’s initiative for a Global Minimum Corporate Tax, which it prefers to the EU’s digital service tax…

3 years ago

What’s next for China’s gig economy?

Is Didi Chuxing's IPO in jeopardy because of poor conditions for its drivers? What of China’s army of delivery drivers…

3 years ago

What China’s experience tells us about Biden’s manufacturing plan

The Biden administration wants to revitalise the US manufacturing sector to compete with China. However, facing stiff competition from Europe…

3 years ago

How likely is tax reform in China?

Although tax reform is currently not on the Chinese government’s agenda, growing fiscal pain and rising costs for local governments…

3 years ago

Alibaba, Jack Ma, and the latest on China’s anti-trust crackdown

A record £2 billion fine against Alibaba for monopolistic behaviour and the uncertain fate of Ant Group have attracted worldwide…

3 years ago

How China plans to increase domestic consumption

China plans to increase domestic consumption by at least 6% in 2021, but the large rural income gap, low education…

3 years ago

What does Joe Biden’s US stimulus package mean for China?

Joe Biden's USD 1.9 trillion stimulus package will further boost Chinese exports to the US, but a stronger dollar could…

3 years ago