Germany's economy minister began a visit to China on Wednesday with Berlin saying it wanted to boost cooperation with a key partner while also warning of worsening trade imbalances.
The Minister of Economic Affairs relies on a respectful approach to the initial visit to Beijing. The word "de-risking" does not fall. Rich people advertise a new format of dialogue.
Following her initial political talks in Beijing, German Federal Minister for Economic Affairs Katherina Reiche highlighted the balancing act of German China policy between economic interests and growing dependence.