Taiwan – one of the most progressive countries in Asia – has no asylum law. Due to its political status and its complicated relationship with China, there are serious concerns surrounding this topic. Compounding this issue is the limited discussion on this topic within Taiwanese society, with many Taiwanese unaware of the absence of an… Continue reading Formosa as a Safe Haven? Taiwan’s Public Opinion on Potential Asylum Mechanisms and Refugees
While European politicians aim to address unfair trade practices, concerns arise from sectors heavily reliant on Chinese markets, like agriculture. Despite efforts to address import dependencies, export risks are understated. During Chinese President Xi Jinping’s trip to France in early May, impending European measures against Chinese clean energy industries were high on the agenda. While… Continue reading Export Dependency: The Missing Link in the EU’s Economic Security Toolbox
This paper addresses China’s challenges to the current international order. We assess the present stage of competition between the West and China for the “hearts and minds” of people worldwide and provide explanations for why certain audiences find China favourable and want to align with it over the West. To do so, we consult unique… Continue reading China’s challenge to the Western-led international order
Beijing wants to retaliate against Europe’s investigation into Chinese EV subsidies. An aspiring friend would be the worst hit. On May 21, the China Chamber of Commerce in the European Union announced that they have learned from well-informed sources about the Chinese government’s plans to impose a 25 percent tariff on the import of large automobiles from… Continue reading Collateral Damage: Slovakia Caught in the China-EU Crossfire
In the lead-up to Russian President Vladimir Putin’s visit to Beijing, Xi Jinping, China’s supreme leader, embarked on a charm offensive tour of three European capitals, touting the stability of China-Europe ties amidst escalating global geopolitical tensions. China’s state media covered Xi’s Europe trip with celebratory enthusiasm, largely sidestepping inconvenient topics such as China’s intensifying… Continue reading Chinese Media Watch: Having It Both Ways – Xi Jinping On Charm Offensive in Europe Shortly Before Welcoming Putin in Beijing
