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First Chinese Aircraft Carrier With Catapult Launched

The new warship is also said to be based on technology that China tricked Europe into acquiring. Satellite images now show how the shipyard is installing the centerpiece – the electromagnetic catapults. “Economy from above” is a collaboration between WirtschaftsWoche and LiveEO. This is a translation of the original article …

Here, Cheap Solar Energy Drives the Opium Economy

Renewable energies are a real boon for Afghanistan’s opium farmers, and that too without any government subsidies. This is shown by the latest satellite images. Nevertheless, the farmers are now facing problems. “Economy from above” is a collaboration between WirtschaftsWoche and LiveEO. This is a translation of the original article …

Here, Abramovich’s English Steel Company Supplies Putin’s Tank Builder

The Russian company Uralvagonzavod is the largest tank manufacturer in the world, but also builds railroad cars. Satellite images show that the plant is located right next to a steel mill owned by the London-based Evraz Group. Does the metal for the weapons also come from there? “Economy from above” …

Qatar Is Not Enough: Deep in the Sea Off West Africa Lie Europe’s Gas Hopes

The energy partnership with Qatar remains vague. And so other countries are coming into focus: Senegal, for example, off whose coast a large gas field is currently being developed – and where at the same time an astonishing success story is unfolding on land. “Economy from above” is a collaboration …

Here, Putin and His Inner Circle Reside in Pure Luxury

The Russian army is fighting its way through Ukraine on Putin’s orders. Meanwhile, the president and his inner circle reside unmolested in luxury suburbs. Satellite photos show how the powerful live in Russia. “Economy from above” is a collaboration between WirtschaftsWoche and LiveEO. This is a translation of the original …

Where a Kilowatt Hour of Green Electricity Costs Only Two Cents

Oil and natural gas have made North Africa and the Gulf states rich. Now the region wants to become a supplier of renewable energy; the Ukraine war is accelerating the trend. Exclusive satellite images show the massive expansion of wind power and solar installations in the region. “Economy from above” …

Here, Beijing’s Strict Corona Policy Completely Paralyzes Shanghai

The zero-corona policy of the Chinese central government is merciless. The latest satellite images illustrate the massive impact on life and the economy of the metropolis on the Yangtze River. “Economy from above” is a collaboration between WirtschaftsWoche and LiveEO. This is a translation of the original article written in …

Here Is the Gas That Is Supposed to Make Europe Independent of Putin

Germany is desperately seeking suppliers of liquefied natural gas. As the world’s largest LNG exporter, the USA is an obvious partner. Exclusive satellite images show the massive expansion of the industry not only in Texas. “Economy from above” is a collaboration between WirtschaftsWoche and LiveEO. This is a translation of …

Neom to Pave Saudi Arabia’s Way Out of the Oil Age – At Any Price

The planned metropolis of Neom is to become the global hydrogen center. Satellite images show how the Saudi government is demolishing villages belonging to the local Howeitat tribe to make way for the city from the drawing board. And not far away, it is building a huge hydrogen production plant …

Tesla Built Even Faster Here Than in Grünheide

Tesla’s speed in building its plant in Grünheide, Brandenburg, has stunned politicians, lobby groups and trade unionists. The Gigafactory in Texas has been built even faster, as the latest satellite images show. “Economy from above” is a collaboration between WirtschaftsWoche and LiveEO. This is a translation of the original article …

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