The focus section of this number is dedicated to China; articles look at its economic, political and cultural situation in the international context.

To look out for in the other sections: an interview with the German Minister of Foreign Affairs on Germany's international cultural policy, and two commentaries on the meaning of intercultural dialogue.

Some articles are accessible online on the website of the editor, the German Institut für Auslandbeziehungen, together with further information sources, at this external link.