Slower China growth spurs job fears -- Growth in the world's second-largest economy has fallen to its lowest level since 1992, raising the specter of more layoffs in the months ahead. Many are wondering now how many jobs China can lose before unrest erupts.

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EU firms just 'filling the gaps' in China's BRI -- European companies' access to projects within China's Belt and Road Initiative (BRI) leaves much to be desired, the EU Chamber of Commerce in China has said in a fresh survey. What exactly is at the heart of the problem?

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US tariffs on cars 'not mentioned' -- In Washington to smooth out trade differences with the Trump administration, an EU commissioner said the subject of car tariffs did not come up. German carmakers will be happy to see the issue off the negotiating table.

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EU-Vietnam trade to improve workers' rights -- The EU has said the trade agreement would be the most ambitious the bloc has ever negotiated with a developing country. However, authoritarian Vietnam will still have to improve its labor and social standards.

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Croatia at Berlin's Green Week trade fair -- The small, eastern European country has a chance to show off its regional delicacies at this international trade fair. Pag island is home to a unique sheep, whose milk is used to make artisan cheese. But it's not plain sailing for Croatia's farmers.

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How divestment stacks up against fossil fuels -- Coal and other fossil fuels remain lucrative despite the fact that investing in them is becoming increasingly risky. That's one reason some banks and global funds are backing renewables. Is this the start of a rethink?

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How Germany plans to phase out coal -- Marathon talks have produced an agreement between the government and Germany's coal-producing states on phasing out coal-fired energy plants at the latest by 2038. Some plants will already be shut down this year.

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Uniper power plant to be hauled over coals? -- Despite Germany's decision to phase out coal-fired power plants no later than 2038, one more big plant is slated to be added to the grid in summer. The plan sees supporters and climate activists locking horns.

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Workplace discrimination and lacking data -- German workplaces have become more diverse in recent years. But diversity and inequality data is hard to come by and when available it often lacks complexity. A look at the current situation and what it means.

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Adani mine: Why coal is still so lucrative -- Siemens' support for Adani's coal mine in Australia has outraged environmentalists, but it's not a unique case. Hundreds of companies and countries around the world are planning to expand their coal activities. But why?

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Siemens chooses profits over environment -- Australia is burning, but Siemens has decided not to renounce plans to help build a controversial mine in the country.

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Siemens mustn't pull out of Adani contract -- Siemens intends to honor a controversial contract for an Australian coal mine — the right decision for the moment.

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China economy grows at slowest rate -- The effects of a trade war with the US pushed China's economic growth rate down to its lowest in nearly three decades.

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German farmers protesting again -- Long convoys of vehicles blocked roads in Bavaria, Baden Württemberg and Bremen, as well as the German capital.

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Bakers in India make 'world's longest' cake -- Bakers in Kerala have made a cake that stretches over 6 kilometers. The vanilla cake with chocolate frosting is an attempt to topple a world record held by bakers in China.

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Trump's trade cure is worse than the disease -- Trump's trade "deal" with China is akin to wielding a sledgehammer in surgery — and about as likely to improve the patient outcome. "Phase One" is among his biggest works of destruction, says Andreas Rostek.

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WEF: Climate change is world's biggest threat -- A new report by the World Economic Forum says global risk perceptions are shifting. While in previous years economic problems were deemed the biggest threats to mankind, fears of a climate breakdown are now dominating.

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Australia urges tourists not to cancel holidays -- Images of Australia burning have plastered televisions across the world. But Australia wants tourists to know that they are still safe. Here is what you need to know.

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BlackRock makes climate change vow -- The world's largest asset manager will begin to divest holdings in companies that focus on coal production. "We are on the brink of a fundamental re-shaping of finance," the CEO announced.

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Australia: Outrage over Siemens decision -- The German engineering firm has reaffirmed plans to support the controversial Adani coal mine project. Siemens has come under fire for the project's climate implications, with bushfires currently raging across Australia.

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Using tech to improve Ugandan maternal health -- Uganda is still grappling with high maternal and perinatal mortality rates. A new app allows women to quickly access vital health services, as well as education on antenatal care.

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A visit to Germany's last aluminum factory -- Aluminum production is petering out in Germany, with a factory in the northern town of Stade the only one to still make aluminum oxide from bauxite it gets from Guinea. Godehard Weyerer reports.

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China posts slowest growth since 1990 -- GDP growth of 6.1% during 2019 is within Beijing's target range — but only just.

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West African cocoa farmers seek better prices -- The multi-billion-dollar chocolate market is heavily weighted against local cocoa producers in West Africa.

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Seychelles to survey tourism and environment, in effort to strike balance -- Seychelles attempts to balance tourism growth with environmental protection

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Indian traders protest Bezos visit -- A visit by Amazon CEO Jeff Bezos has led to protests by traditional Indian street traders who fear for their business.

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EU firms face Belt & Road 'barriers' -- A study by the European Chamber in China says there's a lack of transparency in projects related to China's BRI.

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US, China agree to ceasefire in trade war -- US-China trade deal eases tensions, but thorny issues remain.

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Carole Ghosn: I'm done with Japan -- Former Nissan boss Carlos Ghosn and wife Carole Ghosn have given a joint interview about their treatment in Japan.

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The 77 Percent —Education in Africa -- Education in Africa is not preparing students adequately for today's job market. Scholars say it's too theoretical and lives little room for innovation. Young people with degrees are desperate for jobs. The #77 percent are now calling for an overhaul in the education system to fit in today's needs.

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South Korean jobseekers learn to beat the bots -- Companies in South Korea are increasingly using artificial intelligence in their recruitment processes. Often a candidate will be interviewed by a computer, rather than a real person. As a result, many jobseekers are taking classes to learn how to defeat the AI algorithms.

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German minister pushes for kindergarten language testing -- Calls for language tests starting in kindergarten have been backed by Germany's education minister. Last month's PISA study found that 21% of 15-year-olds in Germany struggle to read and comprehend texts.

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Young entrepreneurs get a chance in Bamako's Tech Friday -- They're young, they have ideas .. and they want to make a difference in their country. Once a month, startup founders in Mali's capital Bamako face off at the "Tech Friday" event.

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Former Renault-Nissan CEO Carlos Ghosn makes first appearance after fleeing Japan -- Former head of Renault-Nissan Carlos Ghosn in his first public appearance since skipping bail blamed a "plot" against him for his fall. Here's how he went from feted CEO to fugitive.

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Ghosn, Ghosn, gone! -- Lebanon has denied any involvement in the daring escape of disgraced former Renault/Nissan CEO Carlos Ghosn. Ghosn was once well-respected in the auto industry.

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Carlos Ghosn's escape from Japan raises more questions than answers -- People in Japan are split on whether the former Renault-Nissan boss' flight proves his guilt or confirms that he could not get a fair trial. Ghosn says he is a victim of "injustice" at the hands of Japan's legal system.

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British auto industry in crisis mode -- 80 percent of Britain's auto exports go to the EU. So it's easy to see why British car companies and above all their suppliers feel deeply uncertain about Brexit. Some firms are looking for new customers in other sectors outside the highly globalized auto industry. Others want to set up plants in new locations outside the UK.

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Croatia willing to introduce the euro by 2024 -- The youngest European Union member state, Croatia, is aiming to adopt the euro no later than 2024. In an interview with DW, Croatian Finance Minister Zdravko Maric elaborates on what challenges lie ahead.

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Inside Europe: 2020 European forecast -- Adriano Bosoni, Stratfor's Senior Europe Analyst, explains some of the European Commission's constraints under Ursula von der Leyen, outlines several post-Brexit scenarios, and looks at potential political risks in Italy.

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Germany faces falling tax revenue -- Germany's public coffers are often described as overflowing. Keeping them topped up is so important to Berlin - it's even anchored in the law. But Germany's Eurozone neighbors - and incoming ECB chief Christine Lagarde - are urging Germany to loosen its wallet to fend off a possible recession.

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'Draghi saved the eurozone from a deep recession' -- Alexander Kriwoluzky, head of macroeconomics at the German Institute for Economic Research, reflects on the legacy of outgoing ECB chief Mario Draghi, saying he will leave the central bank with a "stellar record."

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