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Contribution of European firms’ investments in China to European economies

The intensifying competition between European and Chinese firms, coupled with the deteriorating relations between China and the European Union (EU) in recent years, has prompted a re-evaluation of the benefits of European companies’ engagement in the People’s Republic of China (PRC). While these benefits can be analyzed from various perspectives, such as security, geopolitics, and technology transfer, it is essential… Continue reading Contribution of European firms’ investments in China to European economies

Slovakia’s China pivot: Economic pragmatism or political subservience? A briefing on Robert Fico’s visit to China in November 2024

Key takeaways: By elevating ties with China to a “strategic partnership,” Beijing and Bratislava were brought politically closer, as evidenced by shared views on Ukraine or human rights relativism. Even though the visit was framed as an exercise in economic diplomacy, its economic outcomes remain underwhelming, as no new major projects were announced. The statements… Continue reading Slovakia’s China pivot: Economic pragmatism or political subservience? A briefing on Robert Fico’s visit to China in November 2024

Debating Chinese EVs on social media in Central Europe

This publication is the inaugural report of the project “Investigating China-related narratives in the Central European information space” that CEIAS is implementing in cooperation with Matej Bel University, supported by the European Media and Information Fund (EMIF) managed by the Calouste Gulbenkian Foundation. The sole responsibility for any content supported by the European Media and… Continue reading Debating Chinese EVs on social media in Central Europe

Slovakia-Taiwan relations: Slovakia’s pragmatic approach as a model of engagement with Taiwan

This article examines the evolution of Slovakia-Taiwan relations, focusing on the early 2020s (specifically 2020–2023), a period marked by a shift toward closer ties. Despite adhering to the One China policy, Slovakia has strengthened its engagement with Taiwan, driven by both regional and domestic factors. Regionally, the Central and Eastern Europe (CEE) region’s disillusionment with… Continue reading Slovakia-Taiwan relations: Slovakia’s pragmatic approach as a model of engagement with Taiwan

South Korea’s industrial ties with Central Europe – The case of defense and electric vehicles

Recent geopolitical and geo-economic developments have fostered greater industrial, military, and diplomatic cooperation between South Korea and the Visegrád 4 countries—Czechia, Hungary, Poland, and Slovakia. Two key factors underpin this trend: the Russian invasion of Ukraine in 2022, which has spurred arms purchases and defense manufacturing collaboration with South Korea, and advancements in electric vehicles… Continue reading South Korea’s industrial ties with Central Europe – The case of defense and electric vehicles

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Contribution of European firms’ investments in China to European economies

Slovakia’s China pivot: Economic pragmatism or political subservience? A briefing on Robert Fico’s visit to China in November 2024

Debating Chinese EVs on social media in Central Europe

Slovakia-Taiwan relations: Slovakia’s pragmatic approach as a model of engagement with Taiwan

South Korea’s industrial ties with Central Europe – The case of defense and electric vehicles

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