East Germany
Coverage of East Germany in the Nexus archive.
- Today in History: August 13, East Germany closes Berlin border
On August 13, 1961, East Germany sealed the border between Berlin’s eastern and western sectors. Other historical events mentioned include Hernando Cortez capturing Tenochtitlan from the Aztecs in 1521 and Israel establishing full diplomatic relations with the United Arab Emirates in 2020.
- East German doping victims still lack adequate support
Thousands of athletes in former East Germany were subjected to state-sponsored doping, leading to lasting health effects. A German commissioner has stated that current support for the victims is inadequate.
- REE Corp. chair Nguyen Thi Mai Thanh spent 40 years navigating Vietnam’s economy. Here’s what she thinks comes next
Nguyen Thi Mai Thanh, chair of REE Corp, transitioned from a wartime medic to leading Vietnam's renewable energy developer. She guided REE through privatization, an IPO, and a shift to wind, hydropower, and solar projects, emphasizing Vietnam's growing demand for clean energy amid industrialization.