Streets, railways, ports, pipelines: China is walking old paths and investing nearly one trillion dollars to build new infrastructure along historical trade routes all the way to Europe. China's leader Xi Jinping aims to connect with the greatness of China during the time of Marco Polo. In the largest infrastructure project since the Marshall Plan, around 70 countries will be part of the new Silk Road. Already, the Chinese dragon is advancing into the heart of Europe with a rail connection over 11,000 kilometers long to Duisburg. However, not everywhere is China's renaissance met with enthusiasm. The EU fears a shift in the balance of power, and many countries along the trade routes feel challenged by China's speed and show of power. Germany and Europe also need a counterpart to the current one-way Silk Road if they want to participate in the establishment of a new.