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Beyond great-power rivalry: Why middle powers matter more than ever

As rivalry between major powers intensifies, middle powers are becoming increasingly important in preserving regional stability and sustaining international cooperation. Across Europe and the Indo-Pacific, countries are turning to networks, partnerships and flexible coalitions to protect their interests while maintaining strategic autonomy. Their success may shape the future international order as much as great-power competition… Continue reading Beyond great-power rivalry: Why middle powers matter more than ever

CEEasia Briefing #82: Acquittal of a Chinese spy suspect in Czechia, EU–China trade truce, new CRMA projects in CEE, and Tusk’s visit to India

Welcome to the 82nd issue of the CEEasia Briefing. In this issue, we dissect the following topics: Czech court acquits Chinese man suspected of espionage EU and China reach a preliminary agreement on trade New critical minerals projects approved in Poland and Slovakia Poland’s PM Donald Tusk and Czech Deputy PM Karel Havlíček visit India If… Continue reading CEEasia Briefing #82: Acquittal of a Chinese spy suspect in Czechia, EU–China trade truce, new CRMA projects in CEE, and Tusk’s visit to India

From Tokyo trials to Takaichi: How China seeks to delegitimize Japan’s new defense policy

Since Sanae Takaichi became Japan’s prime minister in late 2025, Beijing has condemned a series of her policy decisions and statements, including remarks on Taiwan, advocacy for constitutional revision, and plans to increase defense spending, as violations of Japan’s post-war international legal obligations. In response, Chinese officials, foreign ministry spokespersons, and state media outlets have… Continue reading From Tokyo trials to Takaichi: How China seeks to delegitimize Japan’s new defense policy

CEIAS Considers: The outcomes and implications of China’s fifth plenum

On October 26-29, 2026, the Chinese Communist Party (CCP) held the fifth plenary session of its current (20th) Central Committee, selected in 2022. The plenum’s focus on party self-governance marked a departure from the usual pattern of these annual sessions, which have normally focused on party appointments at the first plenum, state appointments at the… Continue reading CEIAS Considers: The outcomes and implications of China’s fifth plenum

A table, not a seat: What Taiwan’s UN season reveals about its soft power

On September 19, 2026, days before the high-level debate of the 81st United Nations General Assembly opened in New York, Taiwan launched the World Alliance for Disaster Management (WADM) in Taipei. President Lai Ching-te described WADM as “the first intergovernmental organization spearheaded and established by Taiwan in 55 years.” While Taiwan’s diplomatic allies again called… Continue reading A table, not a seat: What Taiwan’s UN season reveals about its soft power

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