The latest data is released, huge investment in Europe, is the United States feeling pressure?
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In recent years, the United States has been trying to scare its allies by saying that we must be with China"Break away from relationships", but it turns out that no one really believes this. Later, they changed their tune"De-risk"。This means that you can do business with China, but you shouldn't put all your eggs in one basket. Sounds reasonable, but what about in practice?
The latest data from Germany have been published, and from these it is clear that the American side may not be able to sit still, because things do not seem to be going the way they thought.
Germany's big deal.
In this world, when it comes to business, everyone knows an iron law: follow the money. Germany has recently given us a very striking example.
According to the German Institute for Economic Research and the German Bundesbank, the total direct investment of German companies in China in 2023 will reach a staggering 11.9 billion euros, approaching more than 90 billion yuan.
Why are German companies so generous?
Because they see the potential of the Chinese market, which is a real gold mine!
For several years, from the White House to the countries of Europe** have been talking about it"Decoupling"with"Reduce risk"。But German companies clearly don't take this theory seriously, why?
The reason is simple: the benefits are there.
The Chinese market is large, fast-growing and full of opportunities. Who wants to give up this big pie?
Let's look at the data: from 2018 to 2023, European imports from China will increase from 155 billion euros to 396 billion euros.
Behind this figure, there is not only cold data, but also huge economic benefits and market demand.
Still, despite what people are talking about"Let go of the hook", but the rope is getting tighter and tighter.
The situation is that, despite the political uproar, German companies are choosing the most practical course of action in the face of economic interests.
Isn't that what makes a businessman so clever?
Faced with a fast-growing market, they chose to invest and cooperate rather than retreat. This choice is made not only because of the immediate benefits, but also because of the possibilities for future development.
Germany's decision to invest also reflects the reality that in a globalized economy, countries are more economically linked than ever before.
Whether aligned or not, economic interests often transcend political and geographical barriers. In such a situation, it is natural for companies to prioritize market size, cost-effectiveness, and long-term returns over political factors when making investment decisions.
Of course, this doesn't mean that businesses can completely ignore political risk. In"De-risk"Under the premise of the premise, it is also necessary to rationally diversify investment.
However, judging by the performance of this wave of German companies, it is clear that they believe that the opportunities for investing in China far outweigh the risks.
In the face of a globalized economic environment, companies and individuals need to have a clear mind and a keen business sense. While seeking profits, they also need to know how to find their place in a complex international situation.
And for countries, it may be time to rethink how to maintain the best without compromising the pace of globalization of their own companies.
This major investment by German companies is not only an economic act, but also tells us that on the chessboard of the global economy, there is never a shortage of chess pieces for those who know how to play chess.
Is the American mentality about to collapse?
In recent years, the United States has never stopped maneuvering in the international arena, especially in relations with China and Russia. The United States has been shouting to the West that we must reduce our dependence on China.
But is it really that simple? Can Germany's 12 billion euro investment be seen as a slap in the face to the United States, which is on the verge of a nervous breakdown?
Let's start with the United States itself. Since the beginning of the Russia-Ukraine conflict, the United States has been blowing wind in the ears of the European Union every day, saying that we must sanction Russia and not buy its products.
The result? After the data was released, everyone was stunned.
The United States itself remains a loyal fan of Russian products, buying more than ever before. What is this not a double standard?
This is not the first or second time this has happened, and it is a real shame for the United States to ask others to do what it cannot do on its own.
Germany decided to invest in China last year, which is clearly saying to the United States: man, in the face of economic interests, we cannot afford your political slogans.
This also exposes the American mentality from another angle, that is, the fear of losing control of the global economy, which the United States has always adhered to the so-called"De-risking", in fact, to maintain a dominant position in the global economy.
But this trick seems to be getting less and less effective.
Let's look at what the United States pushes"Go to China risk"practice. To be honest, this approach is not clever, and it has even caused many countries to suffer.
For example, Germany used to rely on Russia for gas, but now it is not dependent on Russia, but must rely on the United States. As the way of doing things changes, the risks don't decrease, but the costs increase dramatically.
The result? Last year, industrial production in Germany fell by 15%, especially large energy consumers, have been directly affected.
But the reality is that with China's rapid economic development, it is becoming increasingly difficult for the United States to maintain the global economic hegemony of the past.
German investment in China is a good example. Faced with economic interests, Germany has chosen what is in its best interests rather than blindly following the call of the United States.
This incident has given us a lot of enlightenment: In today's era of economic globalization, any attempt to sever economic ties cannot succeed. States must still base their decisions on their own interests, not on the slogans of others.
In this interconnected world, win-win cooperation is crucial, and trying to control and limit the development of other countries can be counterproductive.
Germany's pragmatic choice.
German investment in China is like a big step in a big chess game.
Faced with the inextricable interconnectedness of the global economy, German companies have not followed the crowd and have chosen a more practical path of profit.
This approach is not only full of wisdom, but also a highly pragmatic attitude that is worth learning from other countries.
In today's world, economic interests are like an invisible thread that binds countries together. I believe that attempts to cut these lines are futile.
On the contrary, strengthening cooperation and common development is the only way to meet the challenges of the global economy, and Germany's investment in China last year is the best embodiment of this spirit.
For China, this is definitely good news, not because of how important the money is, but because it represents the confidence and optimism of the international community in China's economy.
This confidence provides more room for China to adjust and optimize its economic structure and promote high-quality development.
In addition, it also indirectly indicates Germany's so-called attitude towards the United States"De-risking"Strategic attitude.
Despite the pressure and cries from the United States, Germany has chosen a more pragmatic path and continues to look for new growth opportunities in China, staying true to its economic interests.
It's a very sensible way not to follow the crowd, to stick to yourself, and to find what works best for you.
The U.S. has been warning other countries not to put all their eggs in one basket, which means they shouldn't be overly dependent on China.
However, Germany's actions seem to tell us to blindly obey the United States"Nonsense"is the biggest risk.
In fact, economic globalization has made the world an indivisible whole, and all countries are part of this network. Faced with this situation, the wisest choice is to keep an open mind, look for opportunities for cooperation, and face challenges together.
Germany's investment decision is not only a simple economic act, but also a deep understanding and response to the current international situation.
It tells us that even in today's changing international political situation, economic cooperation is still the most solid bridge between countries. This bridge must not be destroyed by short-sightedness and prejudice.
Some of the policies and attitudes of the United States may indeed require constant reflection and adjustment so as not to be swept away by the torrent of globalization.