Amid growing cross-Strait tensions and an upcoming change in the US leadership, the EU finds itself unable to make a substantial contribution to deterring China from invading Taiwan. Key takeaways: As the EU lacks the necessary means for effective military deterrence, it could use some of its light instruments to enhance the coordination of member states’… Continue reading Can the EU deter China from invading Taiwan?
The project is focused on building and enhancing connections with the new Slovak diaspora in Asia, seeking to leverage these networks to contribute to the development of the academic, science and technology, innovation, and business sectors in Slovakia. The project will deliver these objectives through networking activities, mentoring workshops, personal exchanges and knowledge transfer. Donor:… Continue reading The Asian Connection: The contribution of the Slovak diaspora in Asia to the development of academic and innovation sector in Slovakia
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
If Europe wants to engage China seriously, it should start with flights. Key takeaways: The significant reduction in European flights to China and Chinese airlines’ monopolization of flight routes reflects a growing asymmetry in Sino-Europe relations. Cutting aviation links with China will limit European businesses’ access to the Chinese market and diminish Europe’s physical visibility,… Continue reading Cutting China routes is a strategic blunder by European airlines
